So, I finally decided to pull the trigger and get myself an OMEGA Speedmaster Chronoscope, you know, from their official store. I’ve been eyeing this watch for a while now, and let me tell you, the whole process was quite an experience.
First off, I started digging around online, just to make sure I knew what I was getting into. I mean, this isn’t just some cheap watch you pick up on a whim. This is an OMEGA, a Speedmaster, no less. There’s a lot of history and, frankly, a lot of different models. The Professional Moonwatch, that’s the classic one, right? The one that went to the moon. It’s got that manual-wind thing and a Hesalite crystal. Simple, classic, you know, the one everyone thinks about when they hear “Speedmaster.” I went down many rabbit holes, reading about the Reference Number, which you find on the case back, and serial numbers in the movement.
I remember reading a post somewhere about the box-shaped biosourced glass construction. That’s a nice touch, shows they’re thinking about the environment. And then there’s the etched “S” in the center of the glass, a reference to the Swatch logo. It’s those little details that really make a difference, don’t they? You also have that circular pattern on the outer ring of the dial, and the recessed subdials. It’s all just so well put together. I think I also read some guy’s post online who was given an old Speedmaster with the crown missing. The post was from over 10 years ago, but it’s still a helpful warning.
After my deep dive into the internet, I started looking at different models. I mean, OMEGA has a ton of Speedmaster variations, with all sorts of metals. I came across the Two Counters Chronoscope Paris 2024 Collection. Very cool stuff, but not really what I was after. I also heard something about the Moonphase speedy in blue with a ceramic bezel. Ceramic is nice, it’s durable.
I also had to think about how to protect this thing. There’s insurance, which is a must for something like this. They say it’s the fastest and most secure way to protect watches, and they’ve apparently minimized the paperwork. So, that’s good.
Finally, I gathered all my courage (and my savings) and headed to the official OMEGA store. I tried on a few models, just to get a feel for them. They all felt amazing on the wrist, but the Chronoscope just spoke to me. The weight, the look, the feel of the buttons – it was perfect.
Here’s what I did step-by-step:
- Researched online: Spent hours reading about different Speedmaster models and their features.
- Checked out the details: Learned about the Reference Number, serial numbers, and other small, but important details.
- Explored variations: Looked at different collections and materials, including the Paris 2024 and the ceramic bezel options.
- Considered protection: Thought about insurance and how to keep the watch safe.
- Visited the store: Went to the official OMEGA store, tried on different models.
- Made the purchase: Finally bought the Speedmaster Chronoscope that I fell in love with.
And that’s the story of how I got my OMEGA Speedmaster Chronoscope. It was a journey, from researching online to finally holding it in my hands. A bit of a splurge, sure, but I think it’s worth it. Now I just need to make sure I don’t scratch it!
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