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Re: New caseback stamp on SMPs:signifigance?>
In Response To: Re: New caseback stamp on SMPs:signifigance?> ()

Not to imply I have done any research or anything, but I would guess that the Bond Seamaster is probably the most-faked Omega there is. So my wild guess is that perhaps Omega is just making one more thing to help us identify authentic versus fake.

Soleil

: This was another question I raised when asking
: about the COSC from Omega. Their reply isn't
: exactly informative but suggests its a new
: logo to be applied on all Bond SMP's.

: QTE
: The serial number you provided us with
: corresponds to the following model:
: Reference: Ref. 2531.80.00

: Omega Gents' Seamaster Professional Diver 300 m
: - "James Bond"

: Model: Steel on Steel with a blue dial, Steel
: bezel with a blue Aluminium ring

: Calibre: 1120 self-winding calendar movement,
: Official chronometer warranty.

: Further to your inquiry; the new logo is
: available only on this James Bond watch.

: We hope that the above information is
: satisfactory and wish you much pleasure with
: your OMEGA Seamaster watch, we remain,

: With our kindest regards,

: O M E G A SA
: Tanya Cicconetti
: END QTE

: MM

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