I've used this watch for work on an iron ore freighter ship for a while now. It's been through some of the absolute dirtiest, wettest, nastiest harsh conditions. Iron ore dust will scratch glass very easily and get in any nook and cranny it can find. This watch has more than held up through it and still looks very nice. Only some very light scratches on the crystal from being scraped hard into a steel bulkhead while working in tight spaces. Definitely a super durable watch and keeps great time, highly recommended.
As a kid back in the 60s, I remember the names Hamilton and Bulova being very desirable names in watches to aspire to. Then Timex began it's assault in the affordable watch market, and then came Seiko and the quartz crisis. I still have a soft spot for both watch brands, even though they're now Swiss owned.
@Billy Shute Hamilton was not swiss in the 60s and Citizen didnt exist - they were both great american brands that were respected. Timex was also good but it was an intro brand but still better then the intro brand they are now.
Bulova is an old brand with a long history. In my opinion they could make much more out of it and in a higher price point. I agree this is a nice watch, 50-100 meters WR would be perfect.
@@man_down511 Great! I wear it all the time and it still looks brand new. It hasn't lost or gained any seconds either, Still +1/2 a day. I don't baby my watches but I'm not a bumbling fool either.
Definitely like the finishing of this Bulova compared to the Hamilton Khaki. The red 24 hour numbers are great. Dial and outer case have a deep rich distinct color. Little too think, and really should be priced the same as the Khaki. I don’t have any Bulova’s but am looking.
I love this watch. But you’re right, the water resistance should be better. I’d bet a screw-down crown would help, and there’s no reason not to have one (unless it’s hand-wound, of course).
Bought one, like it but needed a better strap and I don’t like the second hand being dark. Very accurate and plenty of endurance. I’m happy but for the dark second hand. The supplied strap was comfortable but sorta blah. I added a nicely padded Hadley Roma in smooth black.
I bought one of these as my first brand new watch (I do have a small collection of US military watches from the war, a Bulova from the 1920s, and a Vostok Komandirskie) a couple of months back and it’s a fantastic watch, and it was actually this video that sold me on one. The only thing I really didn’t like was the strap as it was very uncomfortable in the summer months in the southern US where I live, so I ended up replacing it with a bond striped RAF strap which really compliments the overall look of the watch.
Mineral glass, not in-house movement and that thick, for a price that close to a hammy khaki field. I don’t know. Still a beautiful watch, I love Bulova, have and had some, but for that price I’m not sure.
Well, technically Miyota and Bulova are owned by Citizen... Though, I agree for that price, the movement and 3bar WR are kind of a letdown. I think for around 100$ cheaper, the Bulova American Clipper (ref96A242) is a better value proposition (granted, non-hack).
Honestly love it besides not having a sapphire crystal. But like that Bulova is making more watches like this and their Joseph Bulova collection. Way less tacky then their previous years lineup
I just purchased one of these separately and was pretty stoked to see you did this review of it after the fact to make me feel even better about the purchase lol! Can't wait for it to arrive!
Just picked this watch up. Put on a new strap and now I'm in business. I think this model could've cost a bit less, but overall I'm happy. Thanks again for another classy review.
Late to the comment section, but I ended up buying this watch partly because of this video review and I’m happy to say it’s been a solid purchase. This watch can be easily had for under $200, I got mine for $180 on eBay brand new.
Very nice review. I have the other version (creme dial) and so far is a good looking watch. I think the creme version is more elegant, and I only paid 90 for it because of some gift cards 😁.
Great colourway, including the deep green of the strap. Pity about the 3bar WR which conveys shakey durability; there's more confidence in 5bar and what you'd expect from the concept of a field watch 😔.
Agree. Nice watch but the water resistance is subpar for a field watch. That said, the Hamilton Khaki Field mechanical is only 5 atm, and it's not until you get to the Field Automatic do you get 10 atm.
I love the aesthetics of this watch. It's a great little homage to military field watches. However, Bulova has fallen short on the specs. This style watch and being an automatic is going to appeal to enthusiasts only. It should have a sapphire crystal, a minimum of 50m of water resistance (100m preferred) and 20mm lugs are so much better for strap options. I think money would be better spent on a grey market Hamilton with either an ETA hand wind or automatic movement. As usual, great review Teddy.
Looking to pick up my first watch and I'm stuck on these two.(Hamilton or Bulova). what do you mean by "grey market." If I could find a Hamilton closer to Bulova price that would make up my mind. I missed a $300 Hamilton on ebay while at work the other day... I'm sure another will come along tho
Good looking watch. Have you checked out the other military watch, the reissue A-15? The military issue watch that didn't get issued. Check it out. It's awesome.
My first automatic was a Bulova back in the mid-70’s and I hold a great affinity for the brand. But, as I watch this I’m wearing a Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical purchased a year or so ago, from an AD, and, for less than $50 more than the price for this piece. The Bulova looks to be a nice watch but at this price it simply doesn’t compare. That said, at $250 this one joins my collection. I enjoy your vids...
Very interesting watch. I like it! I was wondering why Bulova doesn't get much love online. I was also surprised to see that Benrus is still making watches! Any idea why I rarely hear about them?
The mineral glass is very vintage looking it really adds to its style,I own the black dial with red it really is a beautiful dial no nonsense but practical along with the subtle brushing of the case.My only criticism would be the thickness but I don’t have a big wrist and it looks great nonetheless.I’ve stuck a geckota leather strap on it and it really is a beautiful watch which is surprising for a field watch!it’s my go to piece for the weekend. I do own more expensive stuff in my collection including Hamilton but this watch is almost an exact copy of the original used in ww2 like the Hamilton so merits the same respect of horological history as a Hamilton.It’s a watch I thought that’s ok I’ll get that and once buying it and seeing it I have thought wow that’s fighting above it’s weight and holding it down…by the way ,not being rude but Hamilton didn’t invent the eta movement that’s a swatch owned movement. The bulova uses a citizen group movement and it’s not eco drive which are good but inappropriate for this watch.
It's beautiful. I'm gonna buy it. I especially like the WVI one. Since it had an 18mm lug width then I can apply a Joseph Bonnie bonklip on it and it'll look sweet!
I have4 or 5 Bulova watches and found while they look expensive, they don't perform like it. Not easy to hand-wind with crowns sliding back in too easily. Power reserve on the Accutron and Accu Swiss appear to be less than 30 hours. Two had to be sent back for warranty repairs. A $1695 list price is silly for a watch that you can buy for less than $500.
How durable is that domed mineral crystal when it comes to scratches? I usually only purchase sapphire crystal watches but I don't have a field watch and this one is affordable and quite attractive.
Mineral 🤦 30m WR 🤦 They could have used one of those nice Miyota hand wind movements, sapphire or acrylic and 100m WR. Bulova come up short about 80% of the time. Would 100% rather have a Hamilton whick is such a great watch.
When I think "field watch", I thinking a thin lightweight piece that you forget is on your wrist. 13.45mm is pretty thick, too thick for a field watch IMO. Any idea what the weight is? I bet it's heavy, too...
It's awesome you reviewed it Teddy! I have 2 of these. I have the Ivory dial and Special Edition for the troops version. I dont like factory straps, but the straps that came with my hack watches are pretty decent. For real. My only complaints is there are no drilled holes for easy strap changes and no see through case back. This watch did introduce me to field watches. Also last thing, in the jewelry store these hack watches stand out from the other watches in the show case, they have a little charm to them I think. ✌✌
Well, technically they (Elgin, Waltham, Bulova, Hamilton) produced similar watches, the A-11 (except Hamilton) also known as the watch that won the WWII. Later on, the hacking feature was used to sync the time within Ally! www.watchuseek.com/threads/the-wristwatch-which-won-world-war-ii-the-a-11-an-american-watch-icon.207560/
I bought this watch as my first automatic. I had expected it to keep time decently (with it being an automatic) but, the movement is terrible! And 30m WR? I sometimes would gain 50 seconds a day (consistently during the week) That’s insane. I mean, If I’m going to wear a watch - it should be decently consistent with time-keeping. Also, $360 and it doesn’t have an open case back? Additionally, a mineral crystal with terrible loom? Timex has better loom! Bulova has went extremely downhill since their first lunar watch. My advice, I wouldn’t get this watch, unless you want it for the looks, and the aesthetic. That’s it
Why don’t you plug this channel on your main channel? Don’t go overboard and do it every video but I’ve never heard you mention it. I’m not sure many of your subscribers know that it even exists! I feel like you’re doing yourself a disservice.
Come on, the shirt. It's better to be a transparent platform for communication rather than an attention seeker that distracts. Yes black, but too busy apparel!!
I've used this watch for work on an iron ore freighter ship for a while now. It's been through some of the absolute dirtiest, wettest, nastiest harsh conditions. Iron ore dust will scratch glass very easily and get in any nook and cranny it can find. This watch has more than held up through it and still looks very nice. Only some very light scratches on the crystal from being scraped hard into a steel bulkhead while working in tight spaces. Definitely a super durable watch and keeps great time, highly recommended.
Bulova can stand its ground any day. That watch is beautiful, with both history and cool styling. Cheers, Teddy.
As a kid back in the 60s, I remember the names Hamilton and Bulova being very desirable names in watches to aspire to. Then Timex began it's assault in the affordable watch market, and then came Seiko and the quartz crisis. I still have a soft spot for both watch brands, even though they're now Swiss owned.
@Billy Shute Hamilton was not swiss in the 60s and Citizen didnt exist - they were both great american brands that were respected. Timex was also good but it was an intro brand but still better then the intro brand they are now.
America used to run on Bulova, but now America runs on Dunkin
Or MacDonald's.
Lol. That's the commercial anyway. I never get anything from there.
America now runs on Beijing.
😂😂😂😂. Not funny.
I run to Dunkin’ with my Bulova on…does that count
Bulova is an old brand with a long history. In my opinion they could make much more out of it and in a higher price point. I agree this is a nice watch, 50-100 meters WR would be perfect.
Was on sale for $150 on prime day, I felt like I stole it! It's an amazing watch.
I got mine today, paid $120 with my Amazon points. Well worth that, in fact I’d of paid $200 given the chance to hold it.
I got mine from Jomashop for $212 with some discount codes. I feel it was worth it
@John Spicer how's it holding up ?
@@man_down511 Great! I wear it all the time and it still looks brand new. It hasn't lost or gained any seconds either, Still +1/2 a day. I don't baby my watches but I'm not a bumbling fool either.
@@tomlaw8821 would you recommend for a daily wear ?
Definitely like the finishing of this Bulova compared to the Hamilton Khaki. The red 24 hour numbers are great. Dial and outer case have a deep rich distinct color. Little too think, and really should be priced the same as the Khaki. I don’t have any Bulova’s but am looking.
Pity no sapphire though.
I love this watch. But you’re right, the water resistance should be better. I’d bet a screw-down crown would help, and there’s no reason not to have one (unless it’s hand-wound, of course).
Bought one, like it but needed a better strap and I don’t like the second hand being dark. Very accurate and plenty of endurance. I’m happy but for the dark second hand. The supplied strap was comfortable but sorta blah. I added a nicely padded Hadley Roma in smooth black.
I bought one of these as my first brand new watch (I do have a small collection of US military watches from the war, a Bulova from the 1920s, and a Vostok Komandirskie) a couple of months back and it’s a fantastic watch, and it was actually this video that sold me on one. The only thing I really didn’t like was the strap as it was very uncomfortable in the summer months in the southern US where I live, so I ended up replacing it with a bond striped RAF strap which really compliments the overall look of the watch.
Mineral glass, not in-house movement and that thick, for a price that close to a hammy khaki field. I don’t know. Still a beautiful watch, I love Bulova, have and had some, but for that price I’m not sure.
Well, technically Miyota and Bulova are owned by Citizen... Though, I agree for that price, the movement and 3bar WR are kind of a letdown. I think for around 100$ cheaper, the Bulova American Clipper (ref96A242) is a better value proposition (granted, non-hack).
@@ajiebkp I didn’t know that miyota was part of the Citizen group! Thanks for the info! Interesting model you mentioned, totally agree with you!
mineral is actual more resistant to shock than sapphire. sapphire is just scratch resistant.
The price is nowhere close to a Khaki!
@@NathanChisholm041 $330 on Jomashop! I’m think it’s somewhere close!
Honestly love it besides not having a sapphire crystal. But like that Bulova is making more watches like this and their Joseph Bulova collection. Way less tacky then their previous years lineup
I just purchased one of these separately and was pretty stoked to see you did this review of it after the fact to make me feel even better about the purchase lol! Can't wait for it to arrive!
Just picked this watch up. Put on a new strap and now I'm in business. I think this model could've cost a bit less, but overall I'm happy. Thanks again for another classy review.
Late to the comment section, but I ended up buying this watch partly because of this video review and I’m happy to say it’s been a solid purchase. This watch can be easily had for under $200, I got mine for $180 on eBay brand new.
It's about $100 too much for a watch with an 8xxx Miyota movement and mineral crystal. I find it to be good looking, though.
Very nice review. I have the other version (creme dial) and so far is a good looking watch. I think the creme version is more elegant, and I only paid 90 for it because of some gift cards 😁.
My Lunar Pilot is a fantastic watch. +/- 0.00 secs since purchase over a year ago.
Great colourway, including the deep green of the strap.
Pity about the 3bar WR which conveys shakey durability; there's more confidence in 5bar and what you'd expect from the concept of a field watch 😔.
Agree. Nice watch but the water resistance is subpar for a field watch. That said, the Hamilton Khaki Field mechanical is only 5 atm, and it's not until you get to the Field Automatic do you get 10 atm.
I love the aesthetics of this watch. It's a great little homage to military field watches. However, Bulova has fallen short on the specs. This style watch and being an automatic is going to appeal to enthusiasts only. It should have a sapphire crystal, a minimum of 50m of water resistance (100m preferred) and 20mm lugs are so much better for strap options. I think money would be better spent on a grey market Hamilton with either an ETA hand wind or automatic movement. As usual, great review Teddy.
Looking to pick up my first watch and I'm stuck on these two.(Hamilton or Bulova). what do you mean by "grey market." If I could find a Hamilton closer to Bulova price that would make up my mind. I missed a $300 Hamilton on ebay while at work the other day... I'm sure another will come along tho
@@emcdannell you can get it for around $300 after tax on amazon now I think
Aesthetically nice, but for the price & no sapphire & only 30m wr its not for me. Great review
Good looking watch. Have you checked out the other military watch, the reissue A-15? The military issue watch that didn't get issued. Check it out. It's awesome.
My first automatic was a Bulova back in the mid-70’s and I hold a great affinity for the brand. But, as I watch this I’m wearing a Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical purchased a year or so ago, from an AD, and, for less than $50 more than the price for this piece. The Bulova looks to be a nice watch but at this price it simply doesn’t compare. That said, at $250 this one joins my collection. I enjoy your vids...
Christ these guys are really upping their game, and quickly too.
Trying to increase their value. One watch at a time. In the 80s they were up there in perceived quality.
Very interesting watch. I like it! I was wondering why Bulova doesn't get much love online. I was also surprised to see that Benrus is still making watches! Any idea why I rarely hear about them?
Agreed. I hadn't heard the name in decades and surprised to know they're still in business.
The mineral glass is very vintage looking it really adds to its style,I own the black dial with red it really is a beautiful dial no nonsense but practical along with the subtle brushing of the case.My only criticism would be the thickness but I don’t have a big wrist and it looks great nonetheless.I’ve stuck a geckota leather strap on it and it really is a beautiful watch which is surprising for a field watch!it’s my go to piece for the weekend. I do own more expensive stuff in my collection including Hamilton but this watch is almost an exact copy of the original used in ww2 like the Hamilton so merits the same respect of horological history as a Hamilton.It’s a watch I thought that’s ok I’ll get that and once buying it and seeing it I have thought wow that’s fighting above it’s weight and holding it down…by the way ,not being rude but Hamilton didn’t invent the eta movement that’s a swatch owned movement. The bulova uses a citizen group movement and it’s not eco drive which are good but inappropriate for this watch.
It's the 1st in my tiny collection, the Hamilton murph is the 2nd. I love them both ❤.
I remember my dad having a Bulova in the 60s.
I just got this watch from Amazon. It's great. Mine is the variant with the plain white numbers.
It's beautiful. I'm gonna buy it. I especially like the WVI one. Since it had an 18mm lug width then I can apply a Joseph Bonnie bonklip on it and it'll look sweet!
I just purchased the Hack VWI Special Edition at a great price. I saw it in person at an AD and it looked great. Can't wait to get it.
I have4 or 5 Bulova watches and found while they look expensive, they don't perform like it. Not easy to hand-wind with crowns sliding back in too easily. Power reserve on the Accutron and Accu Swiss appear to be less than 30 hours. Two had to be sent back for warranty repairs. A $1695 list price is silly for a watch that you can buy for less than $500.
How durable is that domed mineral crystal when it comes to scratches? I usually only purchase sapphire crystal watches but I don't have a field watch and this one is affordable and quite attractive.
Very authentic look in a modern size case . Wish it were manual wind myself .
Almost 50% off right now on Amazon.
I used my point with that said discount and got mine for around $120. Best watch purchase ever.
got this for $190 on boxing day from amazon! love it
Mineral 🤦 30m WR 🤦 They could have used one of those nice Miyota hand wind movements, sapphire or acrylic and 100m WR. Bulova come up short about 80% of the time. Would 100% rather have a Hamilton whick is such a great watch.
When I think "field watch", I thinking a thin lightweight piece that you forget is on your wrist. 13.45mm is pretty thick, too thick for a field watch IMO. Any idea what the weight is? I bet it's heavy, too...
It has potential, but needs some mods (sapphire crystal and screw down crown) to bring it up to par for the price, or lower the price.
$360 dollar for miyota? The Hamilton version is an ETA for same price discounted Bnib.
$250 from Joma.
Beautiful watch with poor specs. I have two bulova watches. One of them is the murren accu Swiss. Nice one.
It's awesome you reviewed it Teddy! I have 2 of these. I have the Ivory dial and Special Edition for the troops version. I dont like factory straps, but the straps that came with my hack watches are pretty decent. For real. My only complaints is there are no drilled holes for easy strap changes and no see through case back. This watch did introduce me to field watches. Also last thing, in the jewelry store these hack watches stand out from the other watches in the show case, they have a little charm to them I think. ✌✌
anybody know of see through case back replacements? presumably its good looking (ish) under their?
@@benno_360did you find a solution?
$360??? This watch is over $100 cheaper on Amazon (currently $253.01 with free shipping/returns).
Would really have liked this with 20mm lugs. It would be more harmonious with a 38mm case than 18mm lugs, IMO.
Love your videos Teddy! What kind of lume does Bulova use?
Wasnt Hamilton the supplier of wristwatches during World War 2nd ?
Well, technically they (Elgin, Waltham, Bulova, Hamilton) produced similar watches, the A-11 (except Hamilton) also known as the watch that won the WWII. Later on, the hacking feature was used to sync the time within Ally! www.watchuseek.com/threads/the-wristwatch-which-won-world-war-ii-the-a-11-an-american-watch-icon.207560/
@@ajiebkp ohhhhh. I didn't know that
Looks good , but too thick , no sapphire, and terrible wr . They could have done much better .
Amazing watch but why mineral crystal??? why???
30 meters water resistance is very low for a fieldwatch.
I don't think this piece can compete with Hamilton Khaki Field automatic.
I really enjoy mine
Mine is on the way green strap 200 bucks ,will see can’t wait
Is the case thickness including the NATO strap?
I bought this watch as my first automatic. I had expected it to keep time decently (with it being an automatic) but, the movement is terrible! And 30m WR? I sometimes would gain 50 seconds a day (consistently during the week) That’s insane. I mean, If I’m going to wear a watch - it should be decently consistent with time-keeping. Also, $360 and it doesn’t have an open case back? Additionally, a mineral crystal with terrible loom? Timex has better loom! Bulova has went extremely downhill since their first lunar watch. My advice, I wouldn’t get this watch, unless you want it for the looks, and the aesthetic. That’s it
Looks pretty similar to the Hamilton Khaki
Thank you for this review! I would love to pick up this piece.
Beautiful piece Teddy, thanks! Perfect Christmas gift!
Why are watches so thick nowadays?? This thing is 13.45 mm thick...why?
the crystal is scratch resistant you didn't say that for some reason
saw this watch for $260. at that price i think it rocks
No sapphire no buy! It is a nice looking watch.
Does it have an iluminated dial? I mean press a button and the face lights up?
OH NO. This is a mechanical watch. No lights. You're thinking of a Timex Expedition quartz watch.
For a "hack" watch, they could have made the second hand in white, red, or grey ...
The water resistant leaves so much to be desired
It's not a fucking dive watch!!!!!!!
@@thetruth495 it is a field watch!!!
@@thetruth495 ‘field’ doesn’t refer to your old folks back yard
@@neilious01 It still doesn't need high water resistance.
I like that strap.
probably way better than hamilton
How does it stack up against the Hamilton field watch
Not in the same class.
300 bucks for a nice Bulova.
Thanks for sharing!
Is this 262kHz?
30m of water resistance though? thats really the only deal breaker here.
Spacing between the letters of the logo don't look right....
Got mine for $215 in amazon
It’s $249 in Jomashop right now
I keep on wearing this watch
Like it, cool watch!
I wish they did not add the red 24 hrs nos. It would have looked much better. "MY OPINION"
$300+ .. and mineral glass?
Nope...needs to be manual wind. Says Automatic on dial.
Great video
boldr venture it is much better at the same price...
That watch looks cheap. The details are very sloppy.
I will stick with my $495 Hamilton (Sapphire) compared to this $360 Bulova (mineral)
That might be the MSRP but it's much lower now. On Amazon it's going for about $220 ($275CAD for me so I had to convert) regular price.
Why don’t you plug this channel on your main channel? Don’t go overboard and do it every video but I’ve never heard you mention it. I’m not sure many of your subscribers know that it even exists! I feel like you’re doing yourself a disservice.
Main channel??? What is the name/title of that channel??????
@@michaelhargis7036 it's Teddy Baldassarre FYI.
Mineral glass & 30m WR on a $360 field watch 😆 same problem as with Hamilton,you're paying for the name only.
A $360 Bulova with a Miyota movement? GTFOOH!! I'll take an Orient Star RE-AU0202N00B for the win! Screw-down crown, display back, in-house movement.
But no history.
👉Water Resistance 30 m??👎👎👎🙁🙁🙁
Field watch with 3 ATM of WR?? Nah
That's the equivalent of a 4 story building. Field means land, not ocean.
wassup teddy 😎✌️
♧Bulova♤ love it
This is a $150 watch.
It ok but too plain for me to buy it.
I think if you speak more fast ,it’s better for us 😂
30m water resistant, thats a joke
miyotaaaaaaa???? 8 serieeeeees ? shit
No sapphire for that price? Unreal. Hamilton khaki from jomashop For savings.
That face, tho 0:40
if you see the
Come on, the shirt. It's better to be a transparent platform for communication rather than an attention seeker that distracts. Yes black, but too busy apparel!!
WTF?
If it had a sapphire crystal I would be all over it !
Get the Hamilton mechanical. Much better specs.
WHAT. Meyota? ughh... pass.