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Seamaster 300 Blue: A comprehensive comparison of GEN, VS, OR, ZF and AG

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Has it ever happened to anyone that the rear glass of two identical VS watches would break off? The seller sent me a replacement after the first problem and the same thing happened the next day.
 

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Has it ever happened to anyone that the rear glass of two identical VS watches would break off? The seller sent me a replacement after the first problem and the same thing happened the next day.
They look like Speedmasters, not Seamasters so this is the wrong thread (y)
 
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I’m trying to buy ZF Seamaster but it seems like it’s out of stock. Tried to ask from both ChazingTime and EU-Stock and they didn’t know when ZF would be back in stock. They both have VSF so I guess I have to go with that then. Has anyone bought ZF recently?
 

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I’m trying to buy ZF Seamaster but it seems like it’s out of stock. Tried to ask from both ChazingTime and EU-Stock and they didn’t know when ZF would be back in stock. They both have VSF so I guess I have to go with that then. Has anyone bought ZF recently?
You won’t find ZF anymore as they no longer make Seamasters. VSF are you best choice, just pay attention to the 12 and 6 o’clock markers during QC (note that no rep will have perfect alignment).

Alternatively, hold out to buy a ZF in the M2M section (y)
 
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I’m trying to buy ZF Seamaster but it seems like it’s out of stock. Tried to ask from both ChazingTime and EU-Stock and they didn’t know when ZF would be back in stock. They both have VSF so I guess I have to go with that then. Has anyone bought ZF recently?
Zf doesnt make seamasters anymore, its been several months. Orf closed so vsf is your best choice.
 

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Zf doesnt make seamasters anymore, its been several months. Orf closed so vsf is your best cho

What's the thinking behind stopping production of a popular watch that's still current in Omega's lineup if you're making the best version and there is obvious, existing market demand, I wonder?

My TD's also say the ZF is out of stock, but haven't suggested that it's a permanent condition. How do we know ZF is no longer making them?

VSF is pricier than ZF by 40USD as far as I can tell. I care more about the face of the watch than the back so am not enthused about paying more for 'less'.
 

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Big disappointment ZF not making these anymore. They had the superior case for sure. However, without silencing, the movement isn't amazing. VSF was probably eating their lunch.
 
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What's the thinking behind stopping production of a popular watch that's still current in Omega's lineup if you're making the best version and there is obvious, existing market demand, I wonder?

My TD's also say the ZF is out of stock, but haven't suggested that it's a permanent condition. How do we know ZF is no longer making them?
Cause people havent been able to get one from zf for like a year. I like looking at td's qc's and i havent seen any zf seamasters on there for a long time. Also when i specifically asked a td about zf they said the same thing "out of stock"
 
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ZF has returned apparently as of 1 week ago.
 
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ZF has returned apparently as of 1 week ago.
If this is true I’m going to place an order for every colour dial that there is. I missed the boat completely last time around and only managed to get a blue dial SMP300 from ZF 🙃
 

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If this is true I’m going to place an order for every colour dial that there is. I missed the boat completely last time around and only managed to get a blue dial SMP300 from ZF 🙃
I saw a thing saying theyve returned with limited quantity
 
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I’m learning that as soon as you see a model you like,jump on it and order because it could be discontinued soon. I think that’s the case with another Day Date I saw. You just don’t know with the rep world I’m glad I got my Seamaster when I did. It seems like that factory made them without crown issues
 
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@Snooky and those who want ZF, it's proven that ZF is back. Check this bro out with his QC just today :

 
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@Snooky and those who want ZF, it's proven that ZF is back. Check this bro out with his QC just today :