BulovaMen's Archive Series Lunar Pilot 6-Hand Chronograph Precisionist Black Ion-Plated Stainless Steel, Black NATO Strap and Sapphire Crystal Style: 98A186

I'm going to try and keep this as short as possible, since I only got the watch today and have totally fallen for it. I was a little apprehensive at first, since all the skinny wristed YouTube reviewers all mention how gigantic this watch is and how the more expensive and smaller 43mm version of this watch is better.I'm happy to report that this is not the case at all. Now, this comes with some exceptions. I'm a slim guy, 5'6'' 155lbs and I have a, little as makes no difference, 7 inch wrist. This is the lower limit for a watch like this and have it look right. Once I tried it on, I was blown away with how great this watch looks and feels on my wrist. Since I'm saving up for an Omega Speedmaster, I bought this variant since I wanted an all black "moon" watch anyway and it's the closest thing I'll see to a proper mechanical Moon Watch before I turn 50 anyway.All the concerns I had just disappeared as soon as I saw it on my wrist. It fits great, it's not that thick at all, and it just feels great. The measurements are indeed accurate, but they don't tell the whole story. This watch wears smaller than it's measurements dictate and as long as you meet the minimum criteria for wrist size, if you like it then buy it!My only complaint, which I solved 5 minutes after getting home, and which others have mentioned is the strap it comes with. It's shocking that Bulova would include such rubbish with such a beautiful watch. I actually had to cut it off with a razor blade because I couldn't get my spring bar tool between it and the strap. Once I had it off, and tossed it in the garbage, I replaced it with a Barton black leather and white stitch band I had for my Hamilton Khaki Field King and in no time at all, this watch just melted onto my wrist.I have no idea so far how accurate this is going to remain or how long the battery will last, but I'm wagering that it'll probably be as accurate as my G-Shocks, +/- 10-15 seconds a month like any good quartz. I can't wait to find out. Also, the buttons for the chronometer are a little stiff, but I don't imagine I'll be using it all that much anyway, if only to occasionally watch that seconds hand sweep like an automatic watch's does.In summary, if you like the look, have the wrist for it, and weigh more than 140lbs(65kg), then by all means, get this one or the traditional stainless. You won't be disappointed...

The hardest decision to make about this watch is do you want an all black watch with one leather band, brushed stainless with canvas band and nylon band, or brushed stainless with a stainless steel bracelet. Since I lacked a black metal watch that was why I chose this particular version.The band is soft leather and somewhat comfortable, however I may switch it out with a NATO strap in the future. It looks good, however it may have been nice to have the metal buckle and loops to be a bit thicker, however it is a perfect match for the watch so I won't be too critical.The watch itself is very nice, the dials are all very readable, and adds to the overall impression of purposefulness. The machining and finish are on par with watches costing many times more. The dial has the same precise look as well, and the raised crystal with frosted edges adds to the effect. The stem clicks into position with just enough friction to give it a feel of precision, and it just gets better. The pushers, obviously were designed for use with gloves, and both click with almost the same force. Worth mentioning, the pushers click even better than Tag Heuer chronographs, sorry Tag. The second hand almost sweeps, and gives the illusion of a mechanical or automatic chronometer. Great job Bulova!Another feature I like is the luminous dial. It glows blue. It is on par with Rolex chromalight lume, perhaps not quite as bright. I am not sure if it will glow as long as chromalight, but it is easily read in the dark.Bulova claims 10 second per year accuracy with its 262 Hertz quartz movement. I cannot attest to this yet, but the hands line up with the markings perfectly. I have absolutely no reason to doubt Bulova's claim. By the way, Rolex claims 2 second per day accuracy. Rolex however is a certified chronometer, meaning they have gone through exhaustive testing by a third party (Omega too).The box the watch came in was a nice touch, the presentation box is well made and comparable to the bakelite boxes that Brietlings come in.How does it compare with the Omega Speedmaster Professional (Omega Moonwatch)? I don't really know. I have an Omega, however it is a Seamaster, not a Speedmaster.I read reviews before I bought, and read some negative reviews. One complaint was of rattling pushers, I found this to be not true, at least with mine. Also a couple of complaints of the chronograph hands not lining up, my advice, read the instructions before starting the watch and setting it, yes it is a simple device, but it is also a complex electro mechanical device, so take five minutes to open the book.Make no mistake, you are not getting an Omega, Rolex Tag or Brietling, however you.are getting a very good wristwatch worthy of a high end collection.In short, I really like this watch. Even though it is not an Omega Moon watch I like this one because it feels like a watch costing much, much more, and has a bit of a maverick mystique about it tying in with the history of the Apollo missions.Worth mentioning, I have had this wristwatch for 10 weeks now, and it has not lost nor gained one second when compared the NIST time website.

I bought this Bulova Luna Pilot for my husband as a surprise. He was very surprised. He had admired this beautiful watch for a couple of months. It is substantial, thick, and a striking piece that should last a lifetime. The black on this watch is sharp. It's a must to add to your collection.

Realmente tenía mis dudas acerca del reloj por su tamaño, pero finalmente me decidí después de haberme probado uno en una tienda, por su diseño y por el precio. Otra de las dudas que tenía era acerca de cuál versión comprar, pero estoy muy contento con haber adquirido el que es totalmente negro con la correa NATO de cuero negra, ya que al ser totalmente obscuro todo el conjunto, disimula el tamaño de la caja del reloj en mi muñeca que es bastante delgada.Llevo apenas un par de días usándolo y ya estoy habituado al peso y tamaño del reloj. Además, debo destacar que al ser todo negro con las manecillas y los indicadores de minutos en blanco, lo hace muy fácil de leer.Si realmente les gusta el diseño del reloj, prueben midiéndose uno antes de comprarlo para estar seguros de que el gran tamaño del mismo se ajusta a su muñeca. Así lo hice yo y la verdad es que estoy muy complacido.