Okay, so, I’ve been eyeing this OMEGA Speedmaster, the “Dark Side of the Moon” Apollo 8 edition, reference 310.92.44.50.01.001. It’s a really cool watch, and I finally decided to go for it. This is not the original moonwatch, which I think is the Speedmaster Professional 105.012, a 42mm watch. This one is bigger, 44.25mm.
First things first, I started doing some research online. I wanted to make sure I was getting a good deal and, more importantly, that I was buying a genuine piece. This watch is a pretty big deal, a tribute to the Apollo 8 mission. I mean, it’s called the “Dark Side of the Moon” – how cool is that?
I spent a good chunk of time browsing different online stores. I wanted to compare prices and see what was out there. I saw that some places had it listed as “in stock,” and others had it with a “36-month warranty,” so that was reassuring.
After comparing a few options, I finally found a store that seemed trustworthy. They had good reviews, somewhere around 4.97 stars from over 12,000 reviews, which is pretty impressive. The price was right in line with what I had seen elsewhere, and they had the watch in stock.
I placed the order. That was the easy part. Then came the waiting game. It felt like forever, but it was worth it. The package finally arrived, and I was like a kid on Christmas morning.
I opened the box, and there it was. The watch is even better in person. It’s got this black ceramic case, and the strap is a brown leather, but other versions have a rubber strap. The bezel has this tachymeter scale, and it’s filled with Super-LumiNova, so it glows in the dark. This watch is powered by the 9300 calibre movement, whatever that means. Sounds powerful, though.
- First Impression: Totally blown away. It’s a substantial watch, feels good on the wrist.
- Case: Black ceramic, looks super sleek.
- Strap: Brown leather, very comfortable.
- Bezel: Brushed black ceramic with a tachymeter scale.
- Movement: OMEGA 9300 calibre.
I’ve been wearing it for a few days now, and I’m really happy with it. It’s a conversation starter, for sure. People notice it. And honestly, it just feels good to wear a piece of history like this. It’s not just a watch; it’s a reminder of that incredible Apollo 8 mission.
So yeah, that’s my experience getting the OMEGA Speedmaster Apollo 8 “Dark Side of the Moon.” It was a bit of a process, but definitely worth it. If you’re thinking about getting one, I say go for it. You won’t regret it.
Final Thoughts
This watch is awesome. It’s a great combination of style and history. I’m glad I finally pulled the trigger and bought it. If anyone has any similar experiences let me know!
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