Dallas 0 Posted November 9, 2011 My SM300 is now my favorite watch. I bought genuine Omega replacement case, dial and hands for it. I got a vintage Seamaster 565 movement to go in it. The movement is a work of art. It gains one second in four days and the dial hands and bezel glow like a torch. Here are some picture. This is a good way to get a great watch for a good price. I love the classic watches. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robznet 0 Posted November 9, 2011 Now that is beautiful mate! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
houndoggie 58 Posted November 9, 2011 I like it... this is on my short list. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rsea 0 Posted November 9, 2011 SM300 is a beautiful watch but what's with those photo's! Looks like they were taken with a 90s model digital camera while riding a mechanical bull! lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeLaForce 2 Posted November 9, 2011 Did you shoot these through an eye loupe or magnifier ? Nice watch Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dallas 0 Posted November 9, 2011 I like it... this is on my short list. I actually think the SM300 is better than a 5513. Now lets see if I get flamed. But seriously, these old Omega 565s movements are pure works of art to look at, and they are great time keepers. The styling of the watch is also a true classic. I have been playing with watches for awhile now. Started working on asian then ETA movements. Now I am not TOO scared to work on the high dollar movements. I did screw up the balance spring on my Tag 2892A2 movement. That nearly made me cry. I forgot about the second hand pinion spring when I put the hands on this dial. Of course I bent it and the second hand stuttered like crazy. Had to pull the winding bridge off and fix it. Now she runs great. I have practiced putting solid lugs on some asian omega cases. Now, I am thinking of making an homage RN SM300 with a replacement Omega case like this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dallas 0 Posted November 9, 2011 (edited) SM300 is a beautiful watch but what's with those photo's! Looks like they were taken with a 90s model digital camera while riding a mechanical bull! lol No, I shot them hand held with my sony alpha 55. I did not have a macro lens, so I had to use plus lenses on the filter threads. I should not have drank the coffee. :damnthecolonials: Edited November 9, 2011 by Dallas Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luthier 1 Posted November 9, 2011 Yes, no "coffee" before taking pictures, your hands were shaking. Or use tripod. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dallas 0 Posted November 9, 2011 Yes, no "coffee" before taking pictures, your hands were shaking. Or use tripod. Ok, I will try to take some better ones. I guess I will pull out the tripod. Man y'all are a tough group. :damnthecolonials: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dallas 0 Posted November 9, 2011 Yes, no "coffee" before taking pictures, your hands were shaking. Or use tripod. Ok, I will try to take some better ones. I guess I will pull out the tripod. Man y'all are a tough group. Take 2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Member X 91 Posted November 10, 2011 Much better mspangl has one much the same! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
g.man 0 Posted November 10, 2011 That's a stunning timepiece indeed. enjoy g.man Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LHOOQ 0 Posted November 10, 2011 Congratulations! The mid-500-series movements are the best Omega movements of all time, in my opinion, and the prettiest mass-produced automatics. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
powderfreak 0 Posted November 10, 2011 Lovely watch! I have a very cheap 21j rep, but I really like it! You have a good taste B) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hacke 0 Posted December 19, 2011 Very nice watch! I have been thinking of building my own, but with no-date, the 165.024. Where did you buy you case if i might ask? /Hacke Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scope 3 Posted December 19, 2011 Very nice watch. Congrats, I agree that the vintage Omega movements are real stunners. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites