Man, I’ve been eyeing the OMEGA Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch for a while now, and I finally decided to go for it. You know, the one with the transparent case back? It’s a beauty. I hit up the official flagship store because, well, I wanted the real deal, no fakes or shady stuff for me.
So, first things first, I browsed through their collection online. They’ve got a bunch of Speedmaster models, some automatic, some manual, but the Professional Moonwatch, that’s the classic one, right? This one has a manual-winding Omega Calibre 3861 engine and boasts a 50-hour power reserve. It tells you the power reserve, hours, minutes, and seconds, but it’s the history and the look that really got me.
I read that the Speedmaster Professional tends to hold its value, especially the vintage ones and limited editions. I’m not planning to sell it, but it’s nice to know it’s a solid piece.
Called the flagship store, set up an appointment and headed over. The moment I walked in, the vibe was just…different. You could feel the heritage, the precision, everything these watches stand for.
I already knew I wanted the hesalite version, but seeing it in person, with that transparent case back, man, it was something else. They explained that the early Professional models had a single-angle beveled design for the case back, which is pretty cool. It’s like owning a piece of history.
The staff also showed me some models with the sapphire crystal. They mentioned this sapphire exhibition case back that lets you see the movement inside, and it’s apparently a bit slimmer, making the watch sit better on the wrist. But I was set on the hesalite.
There was this one display about how they make these case backs, emphasizing the slimness and how it enhances the watch’s look and feel. But honestly, I was just soaking it all in, imagining wearing it every day.
After trying it on, feeling the weight, seeing how it looked on my wrist, I was sold. Made the purchase, and they packed it up all nice and secure.
Here’s what I ended up with:
- Model: OMEGA Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch
- Case Back: Transparent, showing off that beautiful movement
- Crystal: Hesalite, because I wanted that classic look and feel
- Movement: Omega Calibre 3861, manual-winding, with a 50-hour power reserve
Walking out of the store with that box in my hand, I felt like I had accomplished something big. It’s not just a watch; it’s a statement. And now, every time I look at it, I’m reminded of that day at the flagship store, the history, the craftsmanship, everything.
There are probably a ton of homage watches out there, cheaper versions trying to capture the vibe of the Speedmaster. But for me, nothing beats the original. It’s a 42mm case, just like the original Moonwatch, and it feels perfect.
Honestly, it’s more than just a timepiece. It’s a piece of history on my wrist, and I couldn’t be happier with my decision. If you’re on the fence about getting one, just do it. You won’t regret it.
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