Okay, so let’s talk about this watch I’ve been messing with. It’s called the CopyOMEGA Ω Speedmaster Skywalker X-33. Sounds fancy, right? Well, it kinda is. It’s a big watch, got a lot of buttons and numbers, and it’s supposed to be for, like, astronauts and space guys.
First off, I got this thing in a pretty neat box. You know, the kind that makes you feel like you bought something special. It’s got this little drawer that pops out with the manual and stuff. I started fiddling with it, and there is a hidden spring loaded drawer designed specifically to hold the manual and cards. Nice touch, I guess, but I’m more interested in the watch itself.
Getting Down to Business
Now, this watch is not like your regular watch. It’s got a digital screen along with the regular hands. It is a multi-function analogue/digital design, reminding me of the old Seamaster Multifunction produced from 1986. I pushed a few buttons, and all sorts of stuff started showing up—different time zones, alarms, stopwatches, you name it. The current Speedmaster Professional X-33 Skywalker distinguishes itself from its predecessors by two useful functions for space exploration: mission elapsed time (MET) and something else. Honestly, it’s a bit overwhelming, but also kinda cool.
The Look and Feel
This thing is big, 45 mm across, to be exact. And it’s made of titanium, which they say is super strong. Feels pretty solid on my wrist. The face is packed with information. It’s got this, they call it “calibre 5619” inside, which is supposed to be like the engine of the watch.
Playing Around
I spent a good chunk of time just playing with the functions. I set the alarms, messed with the timer, and tried to figure out all the different modes. It’s definitely got a learning curve. I even tried to change the battery by myself. Let’s just say it didn’t go as planned. Ended up taking it to a watch guy to get it done right. These things are not to be messed with casually!
Is It Worth It?
So, after all that, what do I think? Well, it’s a cool piece of tech, no doubt. I mean, this watch was actually used during the Apollo missions. If you’re into space and all that, you’ll probably love it. Plus, it’s an Omega, and that name carries some weight. But for me? It’s a bit much. I mean, I’m not going to the moon anytime soon.
Final Thoughts
This CopyOMEGA Ω Speedmaster Skywalker X-33, it’s not your everyday watch. It’s big, it’s complicated, and it’s definitely got that “wow” factor. It’s a conversation starter, that’s for sure. But, at the end of the day, you gotta ask yourself, do you really need all that? If you’re just looking for something to tell the time, there are plenty of other options out there. But if you want a piece of space history on your wrist, and you’ve got the cash to spare, then this might just be the watch for you.
In closing, it is a fancy thing, that’s for sure. But if you like them big, fancy watches, and you like that space stuff, maybe you should check it out.
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