Alright, so I’ve been eyeing this OMEGA Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch for a while now, the one with the Sapphire crystal and the Caliber 3861 movement. I finally pulled the trigger and got my hands on it, and let me tell you, it’s been quite the experience.
First off, I did a bit of research before making the purchase. I mean, it’s a pretty penny, so you gotta be sure, right? From what I gathered, this new Caliber 3861 is a big deal. It’s a Master Chronometer, meaning it’s super accurate, like 0/+5 seconds a day accurate. It’s also resistant to magnetic fields and more shock-resistant than the older models, which is great because I’m pretty clumsy. And they even managed to bump up the power reserve. It’s a hand-wound movement, which I personally love. Keeps you connected to the watch, you know?
Once I decided that this was the one, I started hunting for it. I saw a post online saying that there are four variations of this model, so I had to figure out which one I wanted. It took me a few days to decide, but I finally settled on the classic look.
Getting my hands on it was a journey in itself. I went to a few stores, checked online, finally found one and ordered it.
Then the waiting game. Every day felt like an eternity. But finally, the day came. I received the package, opened it up, and there it was. It was even better in person.
Here is what I did since I got it:
- Wore it every day, obviously.
- Tested the accuracy. Spot on.
- Showed it off to my friends, maybe a little too much.
- Admired the movement through the sapphire case back. It’s beautiful.
- Read up even more about the history of the Speedmaster and its connection to space exploration. Just adds to the coolness factor.
- Felt like a total boss every time I wound it up.
Honestly, it’s been a fantastic experience so far. It’s a solid watch, looks amazing, and the history behind it is just incredible. I’ve heard these things hold their value pretty well, especially the older ones, so maybe it’s a decent investment too. Only time will tell.
I found some discussions saying this is a big moment for the Speedmaster, with the new movement and all. Makes me feel like I got in on something special. Now I have it on my hand, I love it!
Anyway, that’s my story with the OMEGA Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch. It’s been a blast, and I’m looking forward to many more years with this beauty on my wrist.
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