Okay, so, today I messed around with the OMEGA Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch, the sapphire crystal version. I’ve always been into watches, you know, ever since I was a kid. I remember wearing a Timex Ironman, dreaming about space and all that. It’s kinda funny how things come full circle, right? Now, here I am, playing with one of the most famous space watches out there. I got my hands on a Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional sapphire sandwich. The SA of course said it looked great lol.
First off, this watch feels solid. It’s not too big, not too small, just right. I learned that it’s 42 millimeters in diameter and 13 millimeters thick. It doesn’t dominate my wrist, which is good. I don’t like those huge watches that scream, “Look at me!” This one’s more subtle, more classy.
I did some digging and found out that these Speedmasters are known for holding their value. Especially the older ones and the limited editions, those can actually go up in price. Makes sense, they’re rare and people love collecting them. I guess it’s a good thing if you’re thinking about it as an investment or something.
What really caught my eye was the sapphire crystal. It’s super clear, and you can see all the little details of the watch face so well. And the hands and hour markers? They’ve got this Super-LumiNova stuff on them, so they glow in the dark. Pretty cool, especially if you’re into that whole space vibe. This watch has actually been on all six moon landings.
Then there’s the whole history of this watch. I read that you can walk into any Omega store and buy a Speedmaster that’s pretty much the same as the one that went to the moon. The reference number is 311.30.42.30.01.005, in case you’re curious. That’s just wild to me. It’s like holding a piece of history in your hand.
I also found out there are different versions of this watch. There’s the Hesalite crystal one, which is more like the original, and then there’s this sapphire one. Some serious watch collectors say only the Hesalite one is the “true” Speedmaster, but I think the sapphire is a great option. Also, it’s available in ceramic and gold.
Here are some details:
- Size: 42mm diameter, 13mm thickness.
- Crystal: Sapphire.
- Luminescence: Super-LumiNova on hands and indexes.
- Models: Including ceramic and gold variations.
Wearing this watch, I felt a connection to those astronauts and their missions. It’s more than just a watch; it’s a story. And yeah, maybe I’m a bit of a space nerd, but I think that’s pretty awesome. This Speedmaster, it’s a keeper. It’s a watch with history, with character, and it looks damn good on the wrist.
Man, I’m so glad I finally got to try this one out. It’s definitely going on my wishlist. And I have got a cheesily-awesome pic for you, you can see it on my profile page.
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