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Seamaster America's Cup Chrono is Discontinued
In Response To: SMP AC 259452 ()

But the model number you give is wrong. The Seamaster America's Cup Chronograph is model 2594.50.00. It's being replaced by the "Non-America's Cup" Chronograph model 2594.52.00. The only differences are that the new one does not read America's Cup on the dial. It reads 300m/1000ft.

The other difference is they've replaced caliber 3303 with caliber 3301.

Known Omega Caliber 33xx differences.

3300 - Does Not Exist. It is a number that was used in the development phase of the movement.
3301 - Automatic, Date, COSC, Standard Finishing/Decor
3303 - Automatic, Date, COSC, Luxury Finishing/Decor
3313 - Co-Axial Escapement, Automatic, Date, COSC, Luxury Finishing/Decor
3320 - Automatic, Date, COSC, Luxury Finishing/Decor with Gold Medalion set in the cut out SS Rotor, and Blued Screws.

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March 24, 2004

Dear Omega,

Can you please tell me what the difference between Caliber 3303 and 3301 is? I've noticed that some new models get Caliber 3301, such as the Broad Arrow Racing Chronograph Ref. 3552.59.00 and the Seamaster Chronograph Ref. 2594.52.00. I would like to know why the change.

Thank you for your assistance.

Keith Downing

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March 30, 2004

Dear Mr Downing,

We thank you for your e-mail and for your interest shown in our brand.

Calibres 3303 and 3301 are technically identical (same functions). The difference is that calibre 3303 is a more exclusive version, meaning that the finishing of the bridges and main plate of calibre 3303 are aesthetically more luxury (circle graining, wave finishing) than calibre 3301.

We hope to have been helpful to you and remain,
with kind regards,

OMEGA Ltd
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Customer Service
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