Okay, so I’ve been eyeing this OMEGA Speedmaster 38mm for a while now. I finally decided to go for it and let me tell you, it was a bit of a journey. So, here’s how it all went down.
First off, I started doing some digging online. What are people saying about this watch? You know, just getting a feel for it. Turns out, people really dig this watch. They’re all about how solid it feels and how much attention to detail OMEGA put into it. Some were even surprised at how good it looked, especially the chronograph parts. I found out this specific model, called the “Reduced,” was actually discontinued back in 2009. Bummer! But, they still make smaller Speedmasters, like the Racing and 38 collections. Good to know.
Then I started thinking about where to actually buy this thing. I mean, it’s not exactly pocket change. I didn’t want to get ripped off. I figured specialty stores would be the way to go, since they know their stuff, right? But first, I needed to know what to look out for. The Speedmaster 38 comes in all sorts of materials like stainless steel and even 18K gold. I wasn’t sure I want to go all out with the gold, but it’s an option. And they all have this OMEGA Calibre 3330 movement, which is like their own special way of making the watch tick. Fancy!
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Size: 38mm, which seemed like a good size for my wrist. I didn’t want anything too bulky, you know?
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Styles: So many options! Different colors, materials, even some with diamonds. I’m not really a diamond guy, but hey, to each their own.
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Movement: Automatic, which means I don’t have to wind it. That’s a plus in my book.
I decided to hit up a few stores. The first one, the salesperson was really pushing the gold version. Not my style, really. But they did mention something about “rarity” and how special edition watches can be worth more. I guess that makes sense. But I’m not really looking at this as an investment, I just want a good watch.
The second store was a bit more my speed. They had a stainless steel version that caught my eye. I tried it on, and it felt pretty good on my wrist. They had other styles too, even some of those “Speedmaster Reduced” models that are no longer in production. They looked pretty similar to the original, but I decided to go with a newer model.
The Final Decision
After trying on a few different ones, I finally pulled the trigger on a Speedmaster 38. It’s the 324.30.38.50.01.001, the black one. It just looked sleek and classic. I mean, this thing is built to last. It’s got the time, the date, and it just feels right. Honestly, it felt like buying my first real good car, but for my wrist. And it didn’t totally break the bank either, which is always a good thing.
So, if you’re on the fence about a Speedmaster 38, I’d say go for it. Check out a few stores, try them on, and see what feels right. It’s a solid choice, and I’m pretty stoked about my new watch.
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