Okay, so I was messing around with this watch I got, a CopyOMEGA Ω Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch, the one with the see-through back. You know, I wanted to see what makes it tick, literally.
First off, I gotta say, this wasn’t my first rodeo with watches. I’ve tinkered with a few in my time. But this CopyOMEGA, it’s a different beast. It’s like the Cadillac of watches. Anyway, I wanted that transparent back, ’cause who wouldn’t? It’s like having a window into the soul of the watch.
I remember reading somewhere that some folks use a guy named Thomas Preik for these clear case backs. They say he’s the real deal. I didn’t go that route, but it’s good to know there are options. Apparently, these backs can fit a whole bunch of Speedmasters, so that’s pretty neat.
Getting to Work
- Step 1: I got my tools ready. You don’t need much, just a case back remover. I’ve seen some folks online struggling with this, but it’s not rocket science.
- Step 2: I carefully popped off the original case back. It came off easier than I thought, to be honest.
- Step 3: I lined up the new, fancy transparent back. It fit like a glove, no issues there. I made sure everything was squeaky clean, ’cause you don’t want any dust or grime in there.
Admiring the Handiwork
Once I put it all back together, man, it was a sight to behold. You could see all those tiny gears and springs working together. It’s like a little city in there. And the movement, they call it the OMEGA Co-Axial calibre 8500, it’s pretty slick. I’m no watch expert, but even I can appreciate the craftsmanship.
Some Thoughts
Now, I know some purists might say, “You shouldn’t mess with the original.” And I get it. But for me, it’s like hot-rodding a car. You’re making it your own. Plus, it’s just cool to see the inner workings.
I saw some people online asking if it’s worth it, this whole clear case back thing. And you know what? For me, it is. It adds a whole new dimension to the watch. It’s like, before it was just a watch, but now it’s a conversation starter. Every time I show it off, people are like, “Whoa, what’s that?”
But hey, to each their own. Some folks might not care about seeing the guts of the watch. And that’s fine. But if you’re like me, and you appreciate the mechanics of it all, then yeah, it’s definitely worth considering.
So, there you have it. That’s my little adventure with the CopyOMEGA Speedmaster and its transparent case back. It wasn’t too hard, and the payoff is pretty awesome. If you’re thinking about doing it, I say go for it. Just be careful, take your time, and enjoy the process.
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