An early-1990s Omega Seamaster Professional 200M “Pre-Bond” powered by the Calibre 1438 quartz movement. Produced in 1993 and sold in 1994 (as confirmed by the dated warranty card), this example represents one of the final iterations of the line before the Seamaster Professional 300M era.
Why It’s Special
The “Pre-Bond” nickname was coined by collectors to describe this generation of Seamaster 200M models — the direct predecessor to the Seamaster Professional 300M famously worn by Pierce Brosnan’s James Bond. With its compact 36mm case, slim profile, and quartz precision, it bridges Omega’s classic tool-watch heritage with the modern Seamaster design language.
Condition
Excellent vintage condition. The original matte-black tritium dial shows warm, even patina with crisp white print and matching hands. The stainless-steel case retains sharp edges with light surface wear, while the bezel insert remains clean and evenly coloured. Bracelet shows minimal stretch and has been ultrasonically cleaned for presentation. The case-back engraving is sharp, and the clasp has been previously polished — resulting in the Omega logo being no longer visible, a common trait for this model and era. Inner and outer boxes show minor interior ageing consistent with vintage Omega packaging.
Performance: Quartz movement functions precisely, with time and date operating as intended. Internal case-back markings suggest a past overhaul, though no supporting documentation is present. The movement’s clean presentation and overall condition indicate careful ownership and regular battery changes.
Details
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Reference: 396.1062
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Movement: Omega Cal. 1438 quartz
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Serial: 54 432 255 (produced 1993, sold 1994)
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Case: 36 mm stainless steel
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Crystal: Sapphire
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Bracelet: Omega 1455/453 stainless-steel bracelet (fits ≈ 17.8 cm wrist)
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Inclusions: Inner and outer boxes with Omega warranty card (dated 1994) and cardholder
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Provenance: Sourced from Japan and inspected in Melbourne
