Details about omega constellation chronometer electronic f 300 hz. Apr 07, 2016 1972 omega f300 electronic chronometer mens vintage watch. For the best chance of winning, increase your maximum bid. Omega constellation electronic f300hz omega reference ref id. The name, of course, refers to the tuning forks vibration frequency of 300 times per second. Jul 21, 2010 good news regarding omega f300hz s and any other obsolete quartz or electronic omega calibre. The plan is for him to sell it and perhaps buy a more modern omega breitling. Without the ability to measure times and distances separating the winner from the field, competition as we know it would be impossible. Jan 14, 2017 restoration of 1970s seiko bellmatic, rusted solid and broken lets get this watch working. The dial on this omega electronic f300hz chronometer is absolutely stunning. This is great news if you have been struggling to find someone to undertake such work.
Seems like urwerks new emc movement might incorporate some electronic movements too but of course mechanically powered. Learn more about how to include photos and html in your postings to contact someone with a question not relevant to other readers of the forum, please click on their email address and contact them privately. The movement is omega s upgrade of the licensed bulovaaccutron tuning fork movement. The case reference is and the movement number is 36885685 and it dates from the early to mid 1970s the watch is running well and keeping good time and is all original including the. Original omega electronic f300 hz chronometer blue linen dial. The movement is based around bullovas accutron system of using a tuning fork that is vibrated by small electro magnets and the vibrations are used as the power source for the watches mechanical movement the omega signed.
Find great deals on ebay for omega f300 and omega f300hz. Omega calibre 1255 electronic tuning fork with 12 jewels made by esa under licence to bulova. The f300 movement was developed by esa, an update by max hetzel of the original bulova tuning fork. Omega seamaster chronometer vintage watch made by omega in the early 1970s. It is an attractive, easytouse tool that allows you to find exactly the information you need to understand the function of your omega or to make any. Omega constellation f300 identification omega forums. Omega geneve chronostop drivers stainless steel gentlemans bracelet watch, circa 1967, ref. Click on picture abovemore detail will appear sold. If one puts the watch to their ear, they can hear it hum.
Omega f300 tuning fork omega f300 seamaster 120m silver dial 198. At back of watch features seamasters with omega signature stamp marked at center. Vintage omega f300hz electronic seamaster cone watch calibre 1260esa 9164 for sale is a lovely f300hz omega seamaster tuning fork watch known as a cone watch. Omega constellation f300 identification page 1 of 2 1. Omega seamaster electronic f300hz parkers jewellers. The scans are way bigger than the foldable card to aid legibility. Original omega electronic f300 hz chronometer blue linen. Review of 1975 omega speedsonic chronograph chronometer by. This particular model is quite rare, having an asymmetric case, original winding crown, silver, twotone original dial with date aperture and red. On chrono24 youll find prices for 20 omega ref f300hz watches and can compare and buy a ref f300hz watch at a low price. Their 300hz models did not tick like a quartz movement, but rather the seconds hand glided around the dial.
As above, its an omega constellation chronometer electronic f300hz in solid gold 18 carat with a dface. Features chronostops including the drivers model, speedmaster pro. I seem to recall that there were some topics about the omega f300 last year2009, but my search on. A visual display of an omega chronometer using a tuning fork movement, technology borrowed by the american watch company bulova.
For the past year we have been using the services of a fantastic company who can succesfully service and repair the majority of the obsolete omega calibres. Saturday morning garage sales yielded an omega f300 chronometer, tv shape, faded blue dial with ss chapter ring and a scratchy glass crystal. Omega geneve chronometer electronic f300hz gold plated. These early electronic timepieces were some of the first tuning fork watches ever produced. Omega seamaster electronic chronometer f300 hz 198.
Click on any of the page scan for a larger approx 70 kb version. Omega make sure to look at all of our 300400 vintage watches we have constantly listed on chrono24. This is the website of keith tilley who specialises in servicing the f300hz movement. Customs services and international tracking provided. Discover all omega electronic f300hz chronometer watches new, vintage or certified preowned.
An english omega owners manual for an f300 movement. Featuring a silver dial with black and silver batons, red second hand and daydate indicator display at the 3 oclock position, this seamasters case reference is 198. Vintage omega f300hz electronic seamaster chronometer cone. Heavy ss case with integrated bracelet thats real tight on my 7 wrist no extra links in sight. He did my omega geneve chronometer last october 2007 and to dat it has only gained 1 minute in 7 months. Whereas most vintage dive watches tend to err on the small side for. An omega constellation chronometer electronic f300hz. Case is in very good condition, does have light wear. Omega vintage electronic f300hz chronometer asia timepiece. This omega f300 constellation electronic certified chronometer wristwatch is the most difficult to find in the f300 series. It is larger than all the other watches omega fitted with the cal. Whereas most vintage dive watches tend to err on the small side for modern tastes its size means it is very wearable today. Omega constellation chronometer electronic f 300 hz ebay. Thumb id manufacturer model calibre case reference date finished.
Omega f300 hz electronic chronometer 20 micron gold plated, with gold dial and date indicator. Omega electronic f300 seamaster chronometer gents wristwatch, switzerland around 1973, reference 198. Omega f300 hz constellation electronic page 1 watches. The original dial is pristine, retaining the original hands and raised. Vintage omega electronic f300hz chronometer day date stainless mens watch. Get the best deals on omega f300 wristwatches when you shop the largest online selection at. Vintage omega constellation chronometer electronic f300hz cal. Vintage omega electronic f300hz chronometer series. The scans for this owners manual were lent to me by helmut pachner. The sweeping second hand on an omega electronic f 300 hz seamaster chronometer. This highly collectible electronic 300hz silver tone chronometer has date window visible at the 3 oclock position. Make offer ultra rare vintage circa 1972 omega f300 hz electronic geneve chronometer watch. Omega watches omega f300 hz chronometer 1970 tungsten electronic watch prototype previous omega speedmaster reduced automatic triple calendar on bracelet 39mm next omega speedmaster broad arrow automatic watch on nato strap 2006 model.
Im sure all watches and or movements have well known issues or foibles, and the movement used in the omega f300 models is no exception. Just bagged this omega electronic f300hz chronometer from 1972 with the original signed bracelet. Vintage omega electronic f300hz geneve chronometer silver dial date mans watch. It is also worth remembering that the same movement is also used in many other electronic watches from the 1970s i. The wristwatch features silver tone dial and markers, powered by a tuning fork oscillating at 300hz. Omega released the electronic f300hz seamaster chronometer in 1972 in response to the growing demand for watches that could be used to measure time at depth. The movement is omegas upgrade of the licensed bulovaaccutron tuning fork movement. Although this tuning fork movement was designated by omega as a caliber 1260, the base movement is an esa 9164 found in several other watches from baume et mercier, eterna, longines, tissot, etc. Vintage rare omega electronic chronometer f300 tuning. Sell your omega sell your used watch through watchmaster and get up to 50% more than the market average. The omega f300 chronometers were tested to mechanical movements standards and they easily pass. Omega electronic f300hz chronometer discover all omega electronic f300hz chronometer watches. You need to be registered and approved to bid at this auction. The seamaster f300 smf300 discussed here was released in 1972 and is the big daddy of the omega f300 range.
You can see all of our listings by scrolling down to the seller information section and clicking on the view current listings button. The movement is based around bullovas accutron system of using a tuning fork that is vibrated by small electro magnets and the vibrations are used as the power source for the watches mechanical movement the omega signed plate of the. Omega seamaster electronic f 300 hz chronometer gut erhalten. The piece features a polished stainless steel link bracelet. Omega f300 constellation electronic, certified chronometer. Hi all, i am considering purchasing an omega constellation f300 but it seems like there are a lot of variations out there. Omega rare vintage f300 hz electronic geneve chronometer wrist watch circa 1972.
Vintage rare omega electronic chronometer f300 tuning fork quartz 198. Some have casebacks with the observatory mark while some are plain casebacks but with omega details on the flip side. We now use this electronic start system at all athletics events. This pre owned omega seamaster stainless steel wristwatch is in overall very good condition with scratches and marks. Omega electronic f300 hz chronometer serviced fur 1. Each video manual includes clear explanations provided by an omega watch specialist, along with engaging 3d animations that make the information even more accessible.
Timekeeping is a key contributor to the excitement of athletics. Omega electronic f300 seamaster chronometer wristwatch. Omega electronic f300hz chronometer vintage 42 mm leather. The 41mm case houses an electronic f300hz movement which has been thoroughly checked by our experienced. Omega f300 hz chronometer 1970 tungsten electronic watch. Omega constellation chronometer electronic f 300 hz with date.