Okay, so, I’ve been eyeing this OMEGA Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch for a while now, the one with the open case back. You know, the legendary watch that went to the moon and all that stuff. I finally pulled the trigger and got one, and let me tell you, the whole process was quite the experience.
It all started with me just browsing online, reading forums, and watching videos about the Speedmaster. I learned that the current model was introduced in early 2021 and that Omega has been making these watches since the late 1950s. Originally, they were designed for motorsports, believe it or not! That blew my mind.
Then I stumbled upon this video from 2015 that went deep into the history of the Speedmaster. It mentioned that the model I wanted was introduced in 1968. That’s some serious heritage right there!
I even found an article about the Apollo 11 50th Anniversary edition. It got me thinking about all the different variations of the Speedmaster over the years. I also learned a bit about how to spot a fake Speedmaster. It said to look out for stuff like incorrect spacing on the subdials and inauthentic markings on the tachymeter scale, things like that. You wouldn’t want to waste your hard-earned cash on some cheap knockoff!
There was also this tidbit about the Moonswatch having a hidden “S” in the center of the glass, which is pretty cool. It’s like a secret little detail that only owners would know about. I decided to buy the genuine Omega watch from the Omega boutique.
Here’s what I did step-by-step:
- Research: Spent hours reading articles, watching videos, and browsing forums to learn everything I could about the Speedmaster.
- Decision: Finally decided to go for the open case back model of the current Speedmaster Professional.
- Purchase: Went to an official Omega retailer and bought the watch.
- Unboxing: The most exciting part! Carefully opened the box, admired the watch, and tried it on.
- Inspection: Checked all the details, making sure everything was perfect and authentic.
- Enjoyment: Wearing the watch and appreciating its history, craftsmanship, and beauty.
It was quite a journey, from just dreaming about owning this iconic watch to finally having it on my wrist. I really got into the whole history and details of the Speedmaster, and it made the experience of buying it even more special. Now, every time I look at my wrist, I’m reminded of this whole adventure and the legacy of this incredible timepiece.
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