So, let me tell you about this little adventure I had getting my hands on the OMEGA Speedmaster “Silver Snoopy Award” 50th Anniversary watch. I’ve been eyeing this beauty for a while, you know, being a bit of a watch nerd and a huge Snoopy fan.
First off, I started hitting up all the Omega specialty stores in my area. Called them up, visited a few, you name it. I was on a mission. This wasn’t just any watch; it was a tribute to the Apollo 13 mission’s 45th anniversary. I heard there was a white Snoopy version released back in 2015, and this 50th-anniversary version that dropped in 2020 is just as cool. They say these are some of the most reliable investment-grade Omega watches, so I was pretty pumped.
What I found out was that the 50th Anniversary version is a bit different from the others. The earlier limited editions were, well, very limited. One had 5441 pieces, which is the length of time the Apollo 13 mission lasted, and another celebrating the 45th anniversary of the Silver Snoopy award had only 1970 pieces, marking the year of the award. But this new one, it’s not limited in numbers, but it’s super sought-after. When I finally saw the back of it, I understood why. It’s just amazing.
Now, getting to the actual buying part. It’s powered by this OMEGA Co-Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 3861, which is a mouthful, but basically, it’s top-notch. It comes in this special presentation box, which is pretty neat. The case is 42mm, and it has a silver dial laser-engraved with Ag925. Looks sharp!
- The Hunt:
- Contacted multiple Omega specialty stores.
- Visited stores to see the watch in person.
- Learning about the Watch:
- Discovered the history and significance of the “Silver Snoopy” editions.
- Understood the differences between the limited and non-limited editions.
- The Purchase:
- Got excited about the technical specs and the special presentation box.
The price tag on this thing is $14, but honestly, for a piece of history like this, it felt worth it. So, after a bit of back and forth, and a lot of excitement, I finally got it. Wearing it now, and it feels great. It’s not just a watch; it’s like wearing a story on my wrist.
This whole experience, it wasn’t just about buying a watch. It was about the chase, the history, and finally getting my hands on something I’d been dreaming about. It’s a reminder of a pretty incredible moment in space history, and yeah, it looks awesome on my wrist!
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