Alright, folks, gather around! Today, I wanna share my little adventure of getting my hands on an OMEGA Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch, the one with the see-through back. You know, the kind where you can peek at all the tiny gears and springs doing their dance.
First off, I started digging around online, just to get a feel for what’s out there. I was like a kid in a candy store, so many options! I stumbled upon some info about how this watch was the first one on the moon – pretty cool, right? And then there’s this whole “Co-Axial Master Chronometer” thing, which basically means it can handle some serious magnetic fields, up to 15,000 gauss. I mean, who even deals with that kind of magnetism? But hey, it’s good to know it’s tough.
After a bit of browsing, I found out that there are different versions. Some have this hesalite crystal, others have sapphire. I ended up going for the sapphire one because, well, I wanted that transparent case back. It’s like having a tiny window into a whole other world.
I finally found a website that seemed legit, offering the exact model I was after: the Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional 42 mm, stainless steel with a transparent back. The reference number was 310.30.42.50.01.002, just in case you’re curious. It wasn’t cheap, but I figured, “Hey, treat yourself, right?”
So I pulled the trigger and ordered it. When the package finally arrived, I was buzzing with excitement. I carefully unpacked it, and there it was, in all its glory. The watch felt solid, substantial. It’s powered by this Omega Calibre 3861 engine, which I learned has a 50-hour power reserve. That’s like two whole days and a couple of hours! And it’s got all the usual stuff: hours, minutes, seconds, and a power reserve indicator.
Now, this watch is inspired by the 4th generation Speedmaster, the one that actually went to the moon. It’s got this asymmetrical case and a black ceramic bezel ring. Looks pretty sharp, if I do say so myself.
From what I’ve read, these Speedmasters are kinda rare, especially the special edition ones. Some folks say they’re a good investment because they might go up in value. I’m not sure about all that, but I definitely enjoy wearing it and admiring the craftsmanship. It’s like a little piece of history on my wrist.
But I heard that comparing with Rolex Daytona, Rolex is more accurate. I have to say, that is one of the drawbacks of Omega Speedmaster.
Anyways, I just wanted to share my experience with you all. It’s not every day you get to own a piece of horological history. If you ever get the chance to snag one of these, I say go for it. You won’t regret it!
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