So, I’ve been thinking about getting myself a nice watch, you know, like a proper, grown-up watch. And I’ve had my eye on the OMEGA Speedmaster 38mm. It’s not the Moonwatch, but it’s still a Speedmaster, and it’s a bit more in my price range.
First off, I started digging around online, just to get a feel for what’s out there. I learned that these Speedmaster watches, they’re kind of a big deal. Some of the special ones are super rare and can be worth a lot more later on. That got me thinking, maybe this isn’t just buying a watch, it’s like an investment or something.
Then I found out that the real deal, the Moonwatch, is pretty much the same as it was back in the day. Hand-wound, Hesalite crystal, you name it. That’s cool and all, but it’s a bit out of my league right now.
But here’s the kicker, I saw that even the regular Speedmasters, the prices have been going up. Like, a lot. One model went up over 10% in just a year and a half! And it sounds like OMEGA is gonna bump up their prices again soon. So, I figured, if I’m gonna do this, I better do it before the end of 2023.
Now, where to buy one of these things? That’s where it gets tricky. I read that you gotta be careful where you buy from. If you don’t get it from an OMEGA Boutique or one of their authorized dealers, you might end up with a fake or a busted watch, and no warranty to help you out. That’s a big no-no.
I also heard some folks talking about how these Speedmasters are like a “first real good watch” for a lot of people. It’s like getting your first car, you know? You want it to be special.
So, I started looking around, but not just anywhere. I didn’t want to jump on the first one I saw. I’ve been reading up on what to look for, making sure I know what I’m getting into.
And yeah, I know there are cheaper options out there, but I want the real deal. I want a watch that’s gonna last, a watch that looks good, and maybe, just maybe, is worth a little more down the road.
What I Did
- Researched: Spent hours reading about the Speedmaster 38mm, its history, and its value.
- Compared Prices: Looked at prices from different authorized dealers to see where I could get the best deal.
- Checked Authenticity: Made sure I knew what to look for to ensure I was getting a genuine OMEGA watch.
- Set a Budget: Decided how much I was willing to spend and stuck to it.
- Visited Stores: Went to a couple of OMEGA Boutiques to see the watches in person and get a feel for them on my wrist.
- Made the Purchase: Finally pulled the trigger and bought the watch from an authorized dealer before the end of 2023.
It was a bit of a process, but I’m glad I took the time to do it right. Now I’ve got a sweet OMEGA Speedmaster 38mm on my wrist, and I didn’t have to worry about getting ripped off or the price going up on me. It’s not just a watch, it’s a little piece of history, and I’m pretty stoked about it.
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