Okay, so, let me tell you about this watch thing I got into recently. I’ve always liked watches, but I never really got serious about them, you know? But then, I started seeing this one watch everywhere – the OMEGA Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch. It’s a classic, apparently.
So, I started digging around. Turns out, this is the watch that actually went to the moon! How cool is that? But the real deal, the ones that were actually used in space, are super expensive. I found out they started making ones with a sapphire crystal instead of the usual material. I figured, that’s good enough for me!
Getting My Hands on One
First, I went to a couple of watch stores to see it in person. I tried it on, felt the weight, and played with the chronograph. It felt really solid and well-made, even though it’s a copy. The movement inside is called the Caliber 3861, which I learned is a big deal in the watch world. I didn’t care too much about the specifics as long as it worked well, so there’s that.
After checking out some stores, I started looking online. Man, there are a lot of places selling these things! I read some reviews, compared prices, all that jazz. It’s kind of overwhelming, to be honest. But I finally found a place that seemed legit, and the price was right, so I pulled the trigger and ordered one.
The Waiting Game
Waiting for it to arrive was the worst! I kept checking the tracking info like a crazy person. Finally, the day came. I ripped open the box like it was Christmas morning. And there it was, the Copy OMEGA Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch Sapphire with the Cal.3861 movement.
First Impressions
It looked even better in person than in the pictures. The black dial, the white hands, the tachymeter bezel – it all just looked so clean and classic. I put it on my wrist, and it felt amazing. It wasn’t too heavy, but it had a nice presence.
- I wound it up – it’s a manual wind, which means you have to wind it yourself, which I thought was pretty old school but cool.
- I set the time, which was easy enough.
- Then I started playing with the chronograph, timing random stuff around the house.
Wearing it Out and About
I’ve been wearing it every day since I got it. I’ve gotten a few compliments, which is always nice. People who know watches seem to recognize it, and even the ones who don’t just think it looks cool.
It’s been keeping time really well, too. I haven’t had to adjust it at all. The chronograph is fun to use, even if I don’t really need it for anything. It’s just cool to have, you know?
Final Thoughts
Honestly, I’m really happy with this purchase. It’s a beautiful watch, it feels great on my wrist, and it’s just fun to wear. I may not be an astronaut, but I feel a little bit cooler knowing I’m wearing a watch that’s based on one that went to the moon. Maybe one day I’ll get the real thing, but for now, this copy is perfect for me.
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