Why customers love Bulova?

Bulova, A brand first known for its Tuning Fork watches has unfortunately not continued in this direction. A few years ago the brand released models equipped with an ultra-fast quartz movement with a frequency of 262khz including the famous Astronaut. Result: a second hand that slides on the dial like on a GS springdrive. The comparison stops there! The rest is relatively average in terms of finish but at a fairly low period price (- 150€ on VP) we still have a screw-down caseback and crown. In terms of reliability, the date no longer works but the rest works. High frequency requires it to be quite battery-hungry. The watch remains interesting, particularly for its ultra-smooth movement.

Reissue of the Bulova Moon Pilot Chronograph worn by David Scott during Apollo 15, it is a watch that does not leave you indifferent as much by its history as its atypical design. The watch is well finished for the price and its high-performance and precise Quartz is very pleasant to use. I am a fan of space conquest and this model is a good alternative to the speedmaster or a springboard while waiting to have the means to have the "real Moonwatch". Its imposing diameter can however be a hindrance because it will not be suitable for all wrists.

This watch was given to me by my dad last Christmas. It was a surprise. I am not used to this type of bracelet, it is a little more complicated especially since the clasp is of the "jewelry" type. I like the rather bright and patinated dial which goes well with light clothes. The watch is quite comfortable and discreet on my small wrist. This is my first vintage since it dates from 1980 well before I was born!

I present to you my Bulova lunar pilot reference 96a299 purchased in January 2025. This is the version I was waiting for, the one that is probably the closest to the original worn in 1971 by NASA astronaut Dave Scott who commanded the Apollo 15 mission, the fourth landing mission on the Moon. At the beginning of the trip, he wore the Omega Speedmaster on his wrist. But Scott, along with other astronauts, had received a prototype chronograph from Bulova to test (reference 88510/01), which he had chosen to wear as a reserve. Indeed, after two laps on the lunar surface, he noticed that the glass of the Speedmaster had come loose. For his third EVA outing, Scott put the Bulova on his wrist. When I opened the box I said Wow, the dial of this Bulova lunar pilot is simply magnificent, there is a really impressive depth, the design of the case but especially the originality of the wing-shaped push buttons gives it a really atypical and retro 60s look. I come back of course to the dial which is for me the most beautiful success of this watch which of course recalls the Omega moonwatch. The thick glass which protects the integrated tachymeter bezel then the 3 different levels allow it to have a very beautiful relief. For the rest the visibility is excellent, indexes and hands are very effective and finally the watch is ultra precise thanks to the movement equipped with a 3-pin quartz crystal with a frequency of 262 kHz, 8 times higher than that of standard quartz, allowing precision and a loss of a few seconds per year. I would have preferred that Bulova keep the satin finish of the case of the original version and of course a mechanical movement rather than quartz which would be more faithful and even more legitimate, certainly the price would not be the same but we would still be far from the prices of the speedmaster. This can be a very good alternative to the Omega, but even more compared to a moonSwatch that I owned and quickly resold because their quality-price ratio is really not good. Last little remark, I have a small wrist but frankly the 43.5 it goes on the other hand the metal bracelet is a little too long even by putting it on the shortest too bad 😉 See you soon!

Bulova, a brand known mainly for its tuning fork acutron models (the brand's acronym) and the Lunar Pilote, the other moon watch. I bought this great Seville at auction during the covid. The watch was really in excellent cosmetic condition and delivered in its green case very close to the rolex. For me it is a tribute before its time. It dates from 1979 and its 36mm are perfect for my wrist. Originality, the days are in Italian. The caliber is an ETA 2834-2, the same as that mounted in the Tudor Prince of the time. The bracelet is of the jubilee type, with no adjustment other than removing links. Not very practical but quite aesthetic. On the $ side we are at less than €500 including fees, which is very correct for a beautiful vintage day & date.

I bought this watch during my vacation while strolling through the street of watch shops in Saint Martin without any specific goal. I came across this Ad by chance, whom I did not know and who was very friendly. He asked me what I was looking for. I told him that I did not have a model or brand in mind. Seeing what I was wearing on my arm, he told me that I must be a collector. And that's when he told me about a brand that I did not know and directed me to the Accutron display. He had just brought in the latest Casino models. It was a surprise and love at first sight. It was my first watch from the brand in tune.

Omega's legendary moonwatch is not the only one to have gone to the moon. It will undoubtedly remain the first but as few know, another watch has also been on the moon. Indeed it was on August 2, 1971, Commander David Scott was the 7th man to walk on the moon during the Apollo 15 mission. On his wrist, unlike all the other astronauts who took on this role, he wore a Bulova Moon Pilot Chronograph. The one in my possession is obviously a modern reproduction, which can be easily found at a very affordable price unlike its big sister at Omega. It is rather large, we are more on a 43/44 I would say. It is equipped with a nylon strap which I find does not necessarily highlight it and which makes it a little chip. Otherwise the watch itself is of very good quality. It is part of my collection dedicated to space history and watchmaking.

The Bulova Lunar Pilot is a historic watch, worn by astronaut David Scott during the Apollo 15 mission in 1971. After a problem with his Omega watch, Scott used a Bulova Chronograph, making it the only American watch to be used on the Moon. In 2015, the watch sold at auction for $1.625 million. In 2016, Bulova reissued this model as the Lunar Pilot, combining vintage design with modern technology, symbolizing space exploration and innovation.

Bulova The Big Blue features a Precisionist movement known for its high precision. By taking a look at the Buloba The Big Blue ref 98B224, you will realize that it inspires solidity. The case is 11 mm thick, in stainless steel, with a diameter of 46 mm and 50 mm with the crown, you will not go unnoticed... But the advantage is the hyper visibility of the dial and especially its blue reflections in the sun. The whole is water-resistant to 300m. That being said, the absence of a notched bezel strongly thwarts its vocation as a diver. The glass is a very transparent sapphire. The colors of the dial: Blue and black depending on the exposure is attractive and eye-catching; in short, it attracts the eye... The indexes are thin white sticks with a few numbers 3,6,9,12. The luminova is of excellent quality and ensures good visibility in complete darkness. The screwed crown is large and protected with a screwed guard on both sides. The Precisionist technology of this Bulova The Big Blue is a high-frequency quartz movement operating at 262 Khz. That is an oscillation frequency 8 times higher than the classic quartz of 37.2 Khz called "watchmakers". This watch displays a fluorescent yellow second hand with "continuous" scanning, or "fluid second hand" and which advances without any jerk by 1/16 of a second! The second hand literally seems to float smoothly on the dial, like the second hands of certain station clocks: I am a FAN! Bulova has called its Precisionist range the most precise watch in the world! The claimed precision is 10 seconds per year. Bulova explains that the precision of the quartz and the calculator depends on two factors: Temperature variations and the oscillation frequency of the quartz. This quartz is therefore thermally compensated and has triple "pins" which allows the stable frequency of 262 Khz (or 2p18 hertz or exactly 262144 hertz!). The button cell is a CR 2016, whose lifespan, in use, is 3 years. The Bulova Precisionist The Big Blue had a list price of $300... You can find them today on the second-hand market for around €170/250, for a model in perfect condition. The Bulova The Big Blue will not go unnoticed, it has a "Seaside Vacation" look. Its beautiful blue reflection attracts attention. I really appreciate this timepiece for my nautical outings during the summer… In conclusion, thank you to Bulova for having invented and put on the market these high-frequency quartz movements. An ultra-precise watch with a super nice look at a reasonable price.

Bulova: A legendary name in American watchmaking. Bulova joined the Citizen group in 2008, without however benefiting from CITIZEN technologies (Eco drive, radio control, GPS etc...). Bulova SEA KING is MASSIVE and features a Precisionist movement known for its very high precision. By taking a look at the Bulova SEA KING ref 96B228, you will realize that it inspires solidity. The case is thick, in stainless steel, with a diameter of 48mm, you will not go unnoticed... But the advantage is the clarity and hyper visibility of the dial. The whole is waterproof to 300m. The glass is a 3mm thick sapphire. Bulova is known for its exceptional diving watches and the Sea King does not disappoint. The strap is made of rubber. The material is also waterproof. That being said, its massive appearance amplifies the raw and robust side of the watch. The colors of the dial: Orange, gray and black are not the most attractive. However, the bright orange is very eye-catching and gives very good readability underwater. The indexes are large circular markers with the number 12 at noon. The C3 luminova is of excellent quality and ensures good visibility in complete darkness and underwater. The unidirectional bezel rotates 360 ° in 120 clicks, the 'shark tooth' shaped pins help to grip the bezel. The screwed crown is large and protected with a guard on both sides. Bulova's Sea King is a serious watch ready to dive! The Precisionist technology of this Bulova SEA KING is a high-frequency quartz movement operating at 262 Khz, compared to the 32.7 Khz quartz modules usually used in watchmaking. That is an oscillation frequency 8 times higher than conventional quartz, known as "watchmaking". Precisionist watches feature a "continuous" sweep seconds hand, or "fluid second hand" that advances at 1/16 of a second! Which is very unusual for a quartz! The seconds hand literally seems to float smoothly on the dial, like the seconds on some train station clocks. Bulova has called its Precisionist range the most accurate watch in the world! The claimed accuracy is 10 seconds per year. Which is remarkable for a non-radio-controlled quartz… Bulova explains that the accuracy of the quartz and its calculator depends on two factors: Temperature variations and the oscillation frequency of the quartz. This quartz is therefore thermally compensated and has triple "pins" which allows a stable frequency of 262 Khz (or 2p18 hertz or exactly 262144 hertz!). The Bulova SEA KING will not go unnoticed, it has the adventurer look of the depths... The button cell is a CR 2016, whose lifespan, in use, is 3 years. There are 2 versions of different colors (Steel or full black). The Bulova Precisionist SEA KING had a catalog price of $299 to $399 depending on the version of the bracelet... Today, you can find them on the second-hand market for around €200/300, for a model in perfect condition. I really appreciate this timepiece for my aquatic outings... In conclusion, thank you to Bulova for inventing and marketing these high-frequency quartz movements. An ultra-precise and friendly watch at a reasonable price.