This is a story by one of our readers, Vincent. As a kid he watched the launch of Apollo 17 live, sitting on the hood of his dad’s car parked near the Kennedy Space Center. Now, more than 45 years later, he decided to buy a Speedmaster to honor those astronauts and remember that magical […] Visit Speedy Tuesday – Why Vincent Bought A Speedmaster 46 Years After The Apollo 17 Launch to read the full article.
I had an Apollo 17 Mission series patch watch in the late 90's. I met Gene Cernan and he signed the Missions book that came with the watch. Gene Cernan Apollo XVII CDR. Stupidly sold it for twice what I paid. Somebody has a real treasure in their collection today, I wish I had back.