Alright, folks, gather around, let me tell you about my latest adventure in the world of watches. Today, we’re diving deep into the OMEGA Speedmaster 310.92.44.50.01.001, also known as the Apollo 8 “Dark Side of the Moon” – Rocket. I got my hands on a copy, and boy, was it a journey!
It all started when I saw this beauty online. The official store had it listed, and I just couldn’t resist. I mean, who wouldn’t want a piece of the moon on their wrist, right? So, I placed the order, and the waiting game began. It felt like forever, but hey, good things come to those who wait.
Finally, the day arrived! The package was at my doorstep. I ripped that thing open like a kid on Christmas morning. And there it was, the Speedmaster, in all its glory. The first thing I did was strap it on. It felt substantial, but not too heavy. Just right.
Then, I started playing around with it. I wound it up, set the time, and admired the movement through the transparent case back. It’s all manual, by the way, no batteries here. I felt like a real astronaut, you know, part of the Apollo 8 mission. After setting it up I took it for a test run.
I wore it everywhere
- to the grocery store
- to the gym
- even to bed (don’t judge me)
It kept perfect time, and I got a ton of compliments. People were like, “Whoa, is that the Apollo 8?” And I’d be like, “You bet your sweet bippy it is!”
But it wasn’t all smooth sailing. There were a couple of hiccups. For instance, figuring out the chronograph was a bit of a head-scratcher. But after some trial and error, and maybe a quick peek at the manual, I got the hang of it. It’s pretty cool, once you get used to it.
I also had to get used to the strap. It’s some high-tech material, and it took a few days to break in. But now, it’s super comfy. Like, I barely even notice it’s there.
Overall Impressions
So, after all that, what’s my verdict? This copy of the OMEGA Speedmaster Apollo 8 is a solid piece. It looks great, feels great, and keeps time like a champ. It’s not the real deal, but it’s close enough for me. Plus, I didn’t have to sell a kidney to afford it.
Would I recommend it? Heck yeah! If you’re into watches, space, or just cool stuff in general, you can’t go wrong with this one. Just be prepared to spend some time figuring it out. It’s not rocket science, but it’s close!
And that’s it. That’s my story about getting and using the OMEGA Speedmaster Apollo 8 copy. I hope you enjoyed it. If you have any questions, hit me up in the comments. I’m always happy to chat about watches.
Later, my friends! Keep on ticking!
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