Man, today was a doozy. I’ve been eyeing this OMEGA Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch for months, the one with the open case back, you know? I kept walking by the specialty stores, looking in the window, torturing myself.
So, today, I finally did it. I walked into the store, my heart was pounding, trying to play it cool. I asked to see it, tried it on. It felt perfect. That weight on my wrist, the details… It’s just a beautiful piece of machinery. The lettering and numbering on the dial is so crisp and clean. You can see the whole shebang working through that transparent back. They did a great job on it.
I spent longer than I should have there, admiring it, turning it over in my hands. I probably annoyed the salesperson, but whatever. I had to be sure. The price tag was a bit of a shock at first, but I had some money saved up.
The Purchase
- Decision Time: After hemming and hawing for what felt like forever, I finally said “I’ll take it.” Felt like a huge weight off my shoulders, and a new one on my wrist!
- Paperwork and Stuff: They gave me all the usual stuff – warranty, authenticity certificate, a fancy box. Honestly, I was too excited about the watch to pay much attention.
- Walking Out: Walking out of that store with the OMEGA bag in my hand felt amazing. I couldn’t stop glancing at my wrist.
I wore it for the rest of the day, just doing normal stuff. Every time I looked at it, I smiled. It sounds silly, but it feels like more than just a watch. It’s a little piece of history, a testament to good craftsmanship. Now, I just have to take good care of it and maybe one day, pass it down.
So yeah, that’s my story of finally getting my hands on an OMEGA Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch. It was a big purchase, but no regrets here. It’s a beauty, and I’m stoked to have it.