Okay, so let’s talk about that OMEGA Speedmaster 310.92.44.50.01.001, the Apollo 8 “Dark Side of the Moon” – Rocket, which is apparently a big deal in the official flagship store. I mean, who wouldn’t want a watch that’s been to the moon, right?
First off, I gotta say, I was stoked when I heard about this. I’ve always been a bit of a space nerd, and the whole Apollo 8 mission was just mind-blowing. So, the idea of having a piece of that history on my wrist? Sign me up!
I started by doing some digging online. Turns out, this watch is a tribute to the Apollo 8 mission, and it’s got some pretty cool features. The dial is skeletonized, and it’s made of ceramic, which is apparently pretty high-tech stuff. Also there’s a Saturn V rocket hand! And the movement? It’s decorated to look like the lunar surface! I mean, come on, how cool is that?!
I learned that the original Speedmaster Professional was worn by Buzz Aldrin on the moon in 1969. So, they make this watch to honor the Apollo 8 mission, with the ceramic chronograph, it’s like they’re saying, “Hey, remember that time we went to the moon?”
After I felt like I had a pretty good handle on what this watch was all about, I decided to bite the bullet and ordered it online from the flagship store. Now, I’m not gonna lie, it wasn’t cheap. But, I figured, it’s not every day you get to own a piece of space history.
The waiting was the hardest part. Every day, I’d check the tracking information, hoping it would magically appear on my doorstep. And then, finally, it arrived!
I ripped open the box like a kid on Christmas morning. And there it was, in all its glory. This watch is even more impressive in person. The 42mm case size is perfect, not too big, not too small. The ceramic feels really solid and high-quality. And that skeletonized dial? It’s a thing of beauty. You can see all the intricate workings of the movement, and it’s just mesmerizing. Oh, and the Moonshine Gold bezel? Man, that thing shines!
Here’s what I did next:
- Tried it on: Of course, the first thing I did was put it on my wrist. It fit perfectly, and it felt amazing. It’s got some weight to it, but not too much. It’s just right.
- Set the time: I’m a bit of a stickler for accuracy, so I made sure to set the time down to the second.
- Admired it: I spent a good amount of time just staring at it, taking in all the details. The Saturn V rocket hand is definitely a highlight, and the lunar surface decoration on the movement is just incredible.
- Showed it off: Naturally, I had to show it off to my friends and family. They were all pretty impressed, even the ones who aren’t into watches.
I’ve been wearing this watch for a few weeks now, and I gotta say, I’m in love. It’s not just a watch, it’s a conversation starter. Every time I wear it, someone asks me about it. And I get to tell them the story of Apollo 8 and how this watch is a tribute to that incredible mission.
So, yeah, that’s my experience with the OMEGA Speedmaster 310.92.44.50.01.001. It’s a pretty special watch, and I’m thrilled to own it. If you’re a space enthusiast, or just a fan of cool watches, I highly recommend checking it out. You won’t be disappointed!
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