Man, I finally got my hands on that Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch, the one with the sapphire crystal and the Caliber 3861 movement. Let me tell you, it was a journey.
I’ve been eyeing this watch for a while now. You know, the whole “Moonwatch” legacy is pretty cool. This is basically an updated version of the watch worn during the Apollo 11 mission. I’m not a huge space nerd, but the history behind it is undeniably awesome. So, I started researching. I wanted to make sure I got the real deal, not some knock-off.
First thing I did was read up on the new Caliber 3861 movement. It’s a big deal because it’s a Co-Axial Master Chronometer. Sounds fancy, right? It basically means it’s super accurate, like within 0/+5 seconds a day. Plus, it can resist magnetic fields, and it is more shock resistant than the old movement. And it’s got a longer power reserve. Win-win all around.
Then came the big decision: hesalite or sapphire crystal? Hesalite is like this plastic acrylic stuff, and it’s what they used on the original Moonwatch back in ’69. It’s got that vintage vibe, which I dig, but let’s be real, it scratches easily. Sapphire, on the other hand, is way more durable. I went with sapphire. I’m not planning on going to the moon anytime soon, and I’d rather not have a scratched-up watch face.
After making the decision, I started looking for a good seller. I had heard horror stories about fakes, so I was super careful. One tip I picked up is to check the serial number. Apparently, a lot of counterfeit Omegas use the same serial number on multiple watches. So, if you look up the serial number and it comes up on a bunch of different watches, it’s probably a fake.
Anyway, after some searching, I found a seller with a solid reputation. The price was around $7,900, which is, yeah, a lot. But from what I’ve read, these Speedmasters hold their value really well, especially the older and limited edition ones. So I figured, it’s kind of like an investment, right?
Finally, the watch arrived. And let me tell you, it’s even better in person. The dial, the case, the bracelet, everything is just so well-made. It’s one of those watches that even if you took the brand name off, you’d still know it’s a Speedmaster. It’s iconic.
Wearing it feels great. It’s got a good weight to it, and it just looks so classic on the wrist. I’m definitely happy with my purchase. It was a bit of a process, but totally worth it in the end.
- So, if you’re thinking about getting a Speedmaster, here’s my advice:
- Do your research: Learn about the different models and movements.
- Hesalite or sapphire: Think about how you’ll wear the watch and choose the crystal that’s right for you.
- Buy from a reputable seller: Don’t risk getting a fake. Check that serial number!
- Enjoy it: It’s a beautiful watch with a cool history. Wear it with pride!
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