Okay, so I finally snagged one of these bad boys – the OMEGA Speedmaster “Silver Snoopy Award” 50th Anniversary edition. You know, the one that’s a tribute to the award NASA gave OMEGA back in 1970. Snoopy’s been like NASA’s safety mascot since the ’60s, so it’s a pretty cool nod to that whole history.
First off, I started digging into the details. I mean, this isn’t just any Speedmaster, it’s a special one. Turns out there were a couple of limited editions before this one. I got my hands on some numbers: the first one in 2003 had 5,441 pieces, which was a reference to the duration of that ill-fated Apollo 13 mission. Then, in 2015, they released another one with only 1,970 pieces, marking the year of the Silver Snoopy award. But this new one, the 50th Anniversary? It’s not limited, which is kinda cool.
So, I went on a mission to find one. I looked at every OMEGA store I found, and I kept my eyes wide open. It wasn’t easy, I’ll tell you that. I called OMEGA stores, checked out authorized dealers, and asked around on watch forums. But these things are popular, so it was a real waiting game.
After what felt like forever, I finally got the call. One of the boutiques got one in stock, and they remembered I was looking. I rushed over there so fast, I think I broke a few traffic laws. But hey, I had to secure the goods, right?
When I finally saw the watch in person, I was blown away. I looked at the dial, with Snoopy in his spacesuit, and the blue ceramic bezel, everything was just perfect. And the caseback? Don’t even get me started. It’s got this awesome animation of Snoopy going to the Moon. You activate it with the chronograph, and it’s just mesmerizing.
I had to make a decision, and fast. So, I took a deep breath and pulled the trigger. I signed the papers, handed over my credit card, and just like that, I was the proud owner of a “Silver Snoopy” Speedmaster.
It’s powered by this OMEGA Co-Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 3861 movement. I read about it, and it’s supposed to be super accurate and resistant to magnetic fields. But honestly, I just love how it looks and feels on my wrist.
Wearing this watch is like having a piece of history with me. It’s a reminder of space exploration, of NASA’s achievements, and of OMEGA’s role in all of it. Plus, it’s just a really cool watch. Every time I look at it, I can’t help but smile.
Some things I noted down after I got it:
- First Impression: When I saw the watch for the first time, I was thrilled. The blue and silver colors are so attractive. It’s not just a watch, it’s like a little piece of art.
- Wearing It: I started wearing the watch every day. It feels comfortable on my wrist, not too heavy. I like how it looks with both my work clothes and my weekend outfits.
- Showing It Off: I showed it to my friends, and they were all jealous. Some of them didn’t know much about watches, but they still thought it was cool. They all wanted to see the Snoopy animation on the back.
- Using the Features: I played around with the chronograph, which is the stopwatch part. It works really smoothly. I timed a few things just for fun, like how long it takes to make coffee.
- Taking Care of It: I’m being extra careful with this watch. I got a special box to keep it safe when I’m not wearing it. I also read the manual to learn how to clean it properly.
- Admiring It: Sometimes I just look at the watch and appreciate the details. The little Snoopy is my favorite part. It’s like a secret only I know about.
So yeah, that’s my story of getting the OMEGA Speedmaster “Silver Snoopy Award” 50th Anniversary. It was a bit of a journey, but totally worth it. I’m so happy to have this watch in my collection. It’s more than just a timepiece, it’s a conversation starter, a piece of history, and a reminder of one of humanity’s greatest adventures.
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