So, I’ve been eyeing this OMEGA Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch for a while now, and let me tell you, it’s been a journey. First off, I went down a rabbit hole trying to figure out which version to get. Hesalite or sapphire crystal? That was the big question. They both have their pros and cons, you know?
I started by reading everything I could get my hands on. Someone even told me to get a book called “Moonwatch Only” and it is very helpful, so I grabbed a copy. It’s like the bible for Speedmaster nerds, detailing every little variation and helping you spot if a vintage piece is legit.
After days of research, I decided to go to the OMEGA boutique. Walking in there, I was a little intimidated, to be honest. These watches are serious business. The salesperson showed me the different models. They’ve got four steel versions of the Moonwatch in the Master Chronometer collection.
- Some have that classic hesalite glass, just like the original Moonwatch.
- Others have the fancy sapphire crystal, which is more scratch-resistant.
I ended up going for the sapphire crystal version. I just felt like it was the right choice for me, you know, for everyday wear and tear. Plus, the caseback is stamped with this cool OMEGA seahorse medallion. Looks pretty sharp. Although I still don’t know if the Hesalite is the true one. But who care!
The price tag? Well, let’s just say it wasn’t cheap. I saw some online for around $5,900, and others were way up there, like over $16,000! Mine was somewhere in between. But you know what? This watch is an icon. It’s the one that went to the moon, for crying out loud!
The Final Choice
Finally, I pulled the trigger and bought it. And man, it felt good. Putting it on my wrist for the first time, I felt like a part of history. It’s a legendary chronograph, one of the most recognizable luxury watches in the world. And now, it’s mine. I’ve been wearing it every day since, and I gotta say, I’m in love. It is my favorite watch now. It worths every penny I spent.
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