Okay, so I’ve been eyeing this OMEGA Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch for a while now, the one with the open case back. You know, it’s got that whole “First OMEGA in Space” vibe, which is pretty cool.
I heard some folks talkin’ ’bout this watch, and they say it’s somethin’ else. Turns out, the original one, the CK2998, was worn by some NASA astronaut, Walter “Wally” Schirra, back in the day. It was his personal watch during the Sigma 7 mission.
So, I finally pulled the trigger and got one for myself. I wanted to see the movement, you know, make sure everything was legit while I could still return it if needed. That’s what I found some folks online talkin’ about doin’, and it seemed smart.
My First Look Inside
When I got it, the first thing I did was check the warranty card. Found the serial number there, just like they said I would. Then I looked on the watch itself, and sure enough, there it was, engraved on the back.
- Checking the Movement: I wanted to get a good look at the movement. Heard some tips online about how to open the case back.
- Opening the Case: This one had a plain case back, no notches or anything. I was careful, but I managed to get it open. It was pretty exciting to see all those tiny gears and parts working together.
- Verifying Authenticity: Now, I’m no watch expert, but I looked for the usual signs of a fake. The subdial spacing, the tachymeter scale, all that stuff. Everything looked pretty sharp and well-made to me.
It’s the Real Deal
After looking around inside and comparing it to pictures of real ones online, I’m pretty sure this thing is genuine. It’s really somethin’ to see the craftsmanship up close. It’s crazy how all those little pieces come together to make it tick.
I’m really happy with this watch. It’s not just a cool-lookin’ timepiece; it’s got some real history behind it. And knowing I can see the movement whenever I want is just icing on the cake. Now, I gotta go find some new adventures to take this bad boy on.
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