For all it’s shortfalls I love it...I have it and It wins wrist time Often… It can be had it’s right around the $400 mark if you search… Thanks for the review... Cheers!
Just got the Green Devil Diver! Most accurate mechanical of all my collection ie Oris, Seiko Hamilton and Orient. After 4 weeks it was running at minus 2 sec. Purchased from Joma Shop for $369.00
Thanks for the review. This watch has been on my "need to get" list for several months! Typically, I do not even like green dialed watches. Out of 23 watches, I do not own any. Then I saw a review about this watch early last summer. This watch in green! WOW!!!! It will happen soon! Thanks for the great review. You just added a new subscriber.
Mine is black and red and i love it. It just doesn’t seem a watch that takes itself very seriously and omg … it doesn’t hack, OMG!! I cant set it to atomic time :-)
Thanks for the review. I have this watch (coke model) and it lives very comfortably alongside my SKX. My Snorkel is very accurate, running at an average of +8.7 seconds p/d over the course of a month. It is super comfortable on a canvas strap; even more so than the bracelet. The lume is second to few other watches (almost as long-lasting as my Sumo) and it still shines after 8 hours. Thanks for the review.
@@camarocarl7130 Yes, back-hacking is easy with the Miyota 821D movement. As there are conflicting reports on the dangers of back-hacking, I usually only back-hack when I am checking for accuracy (i.e. once per year). The technique I use with the Devil Diver, my SKX (and older Seiko divers) when I wear them in rotation is that I line up the seconds with real time by starting to slowly rhythmically shake the watch (“Seiko shuffle”) 5 seconds before the the seconds hand needs to move. Once you get the nack of it, you can get the times lined up very accurately. I really love retro divers and, if you are in the same camp, I can highly recommend the Bulova. As with my Seiko divers, it is a little top-heavy on a NATO strap, so I usually wear them on a 2-piece canvas strap. I currently have the Bulova on an Uncle Seiko waffle strap and it looks stunning!
@@camarocarl7130 You are most welcome! I am also a huge fan of Uncle Seiko and have his bracelets/straps on most of my classic divers and chronographs. His Beads of Rice bracelet is high up on my 'want list'! :)
Hi Falling, I saw the Orange 🍊 version of the Devil diver and it also looks as good as the green version. The Bezel inserts mimics the BAKELITE Bezel of the Vintage Rolex GMT. That makes the Bezel insert of the devil very unique to any other brand diver. The Bezel is also part of the vintage theme.
Interesting to note that Bulova is now selling a smaller 41 mm version of this watch, which is true to the vintage original dimensions. This new release give me hope to see someday a smaller version of the lunar pilot, a watch that I love but unfortunately too big for me. Also, since mid 2019 Miyota has updated the 821 movement with a hacking feature. Certainly there is a lot of non updated version still on the market but maybe the last or future production batch will have hacking.
@@EscapementWatch I bought the Lunar Pilot and this green Devil Diver at the same time. The lunar pilot is ridiculously uncomfortable. It's sized and shaped wrong in every conceivable way. It just doesn't fit right. I'm a big guy too. This Devil Diver is way overpriced for what it is. Mine was defective. When I set it, it grinds. Plus power reserve isn't even 24 hours after wearing it all day. I paid under $400, and I don't think it's even worth that. I bought a Steeldive Captain Willard knockoff with the Seiko movement that is 10x better for only 90 bucks. I really should have sent them both back.
I tried to find this smaller version last year. It’s listed as 41mm on the Bulova website but when you search for reviews based on the model number it’s 44mm. So other than the orange LE 40mm model with the Sw-200 I don’t think there is a 40-41mm version out there. It’s the black dial with red bezel version (which is one of the latest releases) so I think they just started measuring the bezel width (41mm) instead of the case width (44mm) and listing this as a specification.
I wanted the 41mm version also but not the price tag they are asking. And non-limited edition 41mm going for 500+. I'll pass for now. Anyone know if the non-limited edition comes with the better movement? I got my Seiko Samurai SRPB55 instead from a local AD. Much better watch for price at 100+ dollars less then 41mm Oceanographer.
really good vid, just got mine second hand for $450 aud which is like $315 usd. I don't think it's been worn before and it came with all the papers, great find.
I've handled a few Bulovas at around this price point & they all felt a bit cheap to me. Fit & finish not up to Seiko level at the same price point in my opinion. Nice looking watch though!
Bulova has about a million different watches. Seems like they just pump out watches no matter how ugly or gody just to make money. Rather than a few timepieces with a lot of thought, effort and care behind them. Maybe that’s where they went wrong 🤷🏻♂️
The brand messed up when they started making huge fashion style watches that are ugly 😅 , every watch in the 2000's was 44 to 50mm . There designer is to blame. But lately there comming back
The pressed clasp is actually an advantage. They all have the same anchor points as any milled clasp. Why would anyone in their right mind want a big thick heavy pointless milled clasp, over a traditional, and purposeful (keep the whole clasp thin as possible) pressed clasp? By the way, try breaking one. There are absolutely no benefits to it whatsoever, apart from adding unnecessary bulk and uglines. The amount reviewers referring to this as a positive.......I don't get it. Why not buy a state of the art slim phone, and glue a brick to it.
It just seems cheap but I see you point. Also, there are also some slim milled clasps. My blackbay 58 seems slim to me maybe 1 mm thicker then a stamped one.
@@EscapementWatch Blackbay 58, there's a nice looking watch. I suppose if you're used to seeing the milled ones, the stamped might seem cheap. I have one of those devil divers, the main idea for them was to recreate their original. The bracelet is pretty close, apart from the solid end links, and the handy little divers extension inside the clasp. The watch itself is pretty bang on, but yes, a scratch magnet indeed. :-)
Love the green version of the Oceanographer. But the lackluster movement and asking price is a turn off in my opinion. Got a Seiko Samurai SRPB55 instead.
I think this could have been a great watch. It's very unique with those indices and the internal cyclops. I hate date magnifiers generally but the internal version is great. Even the bracelet with its stamped clasp is fine considering it's a vintage inspired watch. I just think they missed the mark by using the Miyota 821A instead of the 9000 series, especially considering Bulova and Miyota are under the same ownership. Even though the 821A is a solid, workhorse movement and capable of good specs, I think this watch is a tad pricey.
It is acrylic i edited in the video with text lol. Yes these are high priced for what you are getting but they seem to be always on sale. hahah it is charming tho.
My experience with Bulova is they look more expensive than they are. List prices are in Invicta territory, but sell for much less. Several I have owned had to be sent back under warranty to be fixed. Crown settings are not precise. And power reserves appear to be lower than the competition, in some cases under 30 hours.
They had the design edge for decades and then got some bad marketing info and started making watches for pimps with bad taste and people that equate noise with music.
Mine just arrived today. I’ve 100% got to say it’s better than most Rolexes in my opinion. This is a phenomenally built watch. The design is striking and the ocean blue dial is just mesmerising. It would be impossible for anyone to not notice this beast. There’s nothing copycat about it either it’s their own original design, the cyclops for example. Best diver in the markets hands down.
For all it’s shortfalls I love it...I have it and It wins wrist time Often… It can be had it’s right around the $400 mark if you search… Thanks for the review... Cheers!
Thanks for sharing! it is charming! can't put my finger on it charming.
Looks awesome, love that retro look and that underslung cyclops is very cool. Definitely on the wish list now.
Thanks for sharing!
Just got the Green Devil Diver! Most accurate mechanical of all my collection ie Oris, Seiko Hamilton and Orient. After 4 weeks it was running at minus 2 sec. Purchased from Joma Shop for $369.00
I think it is a mistake to disparage Bulova. The brand is much more popular than what the TH-cam community may think.
Love your backhanded compliments 😂
I try
@EscapementWatch Your vids are well made, I appreciate them. I just bought the orange 41. The green 44 is too top heavy and the bracelet is janky.
Grats! that orange is special
I've owned a couple of Bulova watches. The Precisionist which is a great watch. I really like that green dial, killer!
I think Boluva should re-think their business model and product offerings and capitalize heavily with their history and Iconic designs.
Thanks for Watching and input!
Thanks for the review. This watch has been on my "need to get" list for several months! Typically, I do not even like green dialed watches. Out of 23 watches, I do not own any. Then I saw a review about this watch early last summer. This watch in green! WOW!!!! It will happen soon! Thanks for the great review. You just added a new subscriber.
Glad to help!
Mine is black and red and i love it. It just doesn’t seem a watch that takes itself very seriously and omg … it doesn’t hack, OMG!! I cant set it to atomic time :-)
Thanks for the review. I have this watch (coke model) and it lives very comfortably alongside my SKX. My Snorkel is very accurate, running at an average of +8.7 seconds p/d over the course of a month. It is super comfortable on a canvas strap; even more so than the bracelet. The lume is second to few other watches (almost as long-lasting as my Sumo) and it still shines after 8 hours. Thanks for the review.
@@camarocarl7130 Yes, back-hacking is easy with the Miyota 821D movement. As there are conflicting reports on the dangers of back-hacking, I usually only back-hack when I am checking for accuracy (i.e. once per year). The technique I use with the Devil Diver, my SKX (and older Seiko divers) when I wear them in rotation is that I line up the seconds with real time by starting to slowly rhythmically shake the watch (“Seiko shuffle”) 5 seconds before the the seconds hand needs to move. Once you get the nack of it, you can get the times lined up very accurately. I really love retro divers and, if you are in the same camp, I can highly recommend the Bulova. As with my Seiko divers, it is a little top-heavy on a NATO strap, so I usually wear them on a 2-piece canvas strap. I currently have the Bulova on an Uncle Seiko waffle strap and it looks stunning!
@@camarocarl7130 You are most welcome! I am also a huge fan of Uncle Seiko and have his bracelets/straps on most of my classic divers and chronographs. His Beads of Rice bracelet is high up on my 'want list'! :)
What a difference from 3yrs ago to now. DD is awesome🤙
Hi Falling, I saw the Orange 🍊 version of the Devil diver and it also looks as good as the green version. The Bezel inserts mimics the BAKELITE Bezel of the Vintage Rolex GMT. That makes the Bezel insert of the devil very unique to any other brand diver. The Bezel is also part of the vintage theme.
Thanks for the info!
I have the same watch and let me tell you. I love this watch 👌🤑🤟666 😻
Amazing watch!
Bulova is my jam
Don't tell that to the watch snobs..
I think it's a "tonneau" case, means barrel shape.
ahh that makes sense! thanks for the value add.
the bulova rep said it I must have mis heard it makes so much sense now.
Interesting to note that Bulova is now selling a smaller 41 mm version of this watch, which is true to the vintage original dimensions. This new release give me hope to see someday a smaller version of the lunar pilot, a watch that I love but unfortunately too big for me.
Also, since mid 2019 Miyota has updated the 821 movement with a hacking feature. Certainly there is a lot of non updated version still on the market but maybe the last or future production batch will have hacking.
A smaller lunar pilot would be an instant purchase for me!
@@EscapementWatch I bought the Lunar Pilot and this green Devil Diver at the same time. The lunar pilot is ridiculously uncomfortable. It's sized and shaped wrong in every conceivable way. It just doesn't fit right. I'm a big guy too. This Devil Diver is way overpriced for what it is. Mine was defective. When I set it, it grinds. Plus power reserve isn't even 24 hours after wearing it all day. I paid under $400, and I don't think it's even worth that. I bought a Steeldive Captain Willard knockoff with the Seiko movement that is 10x better for only 90 bucks. I really should have sent them both back.
Yea but it’s that garish orange 🍊
If I am not mistaken, a 40mm version of the Devil Diver is now available.
Great
I tried to find this smaller version last year. It’s listed as 41mm on the Bulova website but when you search for reviews based on the model number it’s 44mm. So other than the orange LE 40mm model with the Sw-200 I don’t think there is a 40-41mm version out there. It’s the black dial with red bezel version (which is one of the latest releases) so I think they just started measuring the bezel width (41mm) instead of the case width (44mm) and listing this as a specification.
I wanted the 41mm version also but not the price tag they are asking. And non-limited edition 41mm going for 500+. I'll pass for now. Anyone know if the non-limited edition comes with the better movement? I got my Seiko Samurai SRPB55 instead from a local AD. Much better watch for price at 100+ dollars less then 41mm Oceanographer.
really good vid, just got mine second hand for $450 aud which is like $315 usd. I don't think it's been worn before and it came with all the papers, great find.
This is on my list, £300, swissish, 70's tastic and that dial!
Right on!
Boluva is such an underrated Brand nowadays. I think their Marketing ( or the Lack thereof ) may have something to do with it.
yeah! and they were at the forefront of adverts. first radio commercial. first tv watch commercial.
Wearing mine as I watch this!
Awesome!
@@EscapementWatch it is also ISO certified diver!
It is iso certified. oh oops i thought you were asking. lol.
HELL IS EMPTY??? 666 -Falling
I've handled a few Bulovas at around this price point & they all felt a bit cheap to me. Fit & finish not up to Seiko level at the same price point in my opinion. Nice looking watch though!
Totally agree. But it has vintage charm this thing.
@@EscapementWatch definitely, it looks great!
Bulova has about a million different watches. Seems like they just pump out watches no matter how ugly or gody just to make money. Rather than a few timepieces with a lot of thought, effort and care behind them. Maybe that’s where they went wrong 🤷🏻♂️
Hi, may I ask for a recommendation for timegrapher? I'm looking to buy one for my watches. Thank you.
Here you go. amzn.to/3bHZ0g8
Just bought the blue and yellow variant for $223 after taxes at a gray market dealer!
nice!
Please share where did you buy it.
The brand messed up when they started making huge fashion style watches that are ugly 😅 , every watch in the 2000's was 44 to 50mm . There designer is to blame. But lately there comming back
Why isn't bulova popular? They overcharge for crap movements.
My Oceanographer has the hacking movement.
sw200 limited edition?
@@EscapementWatch , miyota 8215 has been upgraded with hacking feature. Latest Oceanographer and Citizen NY0040 have it.
Yes the Bulova Hack watch I had the 8215 in it that hacks. It's a skeletonised movement which somehow helps miyota fit a hacking lever.
The pressed clasp is actually an advantage. They all have the same anchor points as any milled clasp. Why would anyone in their right mind want a big thick heavy pointless milled clasp, over a traditional, and purposeful (keep the whole clasp thin as possible) pressed clasp? By the way, try breaking one. There are absolutely no benefits to it whatsoever, apart from adding unnecessary bulk and uglines. The amount reviewers referring to this as a positive.......I don't get it. Why not buy a state of the art slim phone, and glue a brick to it.
It just seems cheap but I see you point. Also, there are also some slim milled clasps. My blackbay 58 seems slim to me maybe 1 mm thicker then a stamped one.
@@EscapementWatch Blackbay 58, there's a nice looking watch. I suppose if you're used to seeing the milled ones, the stamped might seem cheap. I have one of those devil divers, the main idea for them was to recreate their original. The bracelet is pretty close, apart from the solid end links, and the handy little divers extension inside the clasp. The watch itself is pretty bang on, but yes, a scratch magnet indeed. :-)
That movement is the let down here, it has no place in a watch of this price.
It's BUL-o-va. Really.
First 👍🏻
Love the green version of the Oceanographer. But the lackluster movement and asking price is a turn off in my opinion. Got a Seiko Samurai SRPB55 instead.
Fair enough!
I think this could have been a great watch. It's very unique with those indices and the internal cyclops. I hate date magnifiers generally but the internal version is great. Even the bracelet with its stamped clasp is fine considering it's a vintage inspired watch. I just think they missed the mark by using the Miyota 821A instead of the 9000 series, especially considering Bulova and Miyota are under the same ownership. Even though the 821A is a solid, workhorse movement and capable of good specs, I think this watch is a tad pricey.
Well said!
Should have been done with 262khz quartz.
The original was a Mechanical watch so that's probably why Bulova stuck with that here, a 9000 series would have been better though
@@Andrew.W75 Agreed
"i don't believe it's sapphire"
It is acrylic i edited in the video with text lol. Yes these are high priced for what you are getting but they seem to be always on sale. hahah it is charming tho.
Accutron is def on the wish list for sure. tough to get but would love to spend time with them. super cool watches.
My experience with Bulova is they look more expensive than they are. List prices are in Invicta territory, but sell for much less. Several I have owned had to be sent back under warranty to be fixed. Crown settings are not precise. And power reserves appear to be lower than the competition, in some cases under 30 hours.
Bro it’s bulava not bullova
It's BULL -UH-VUH Not BULL-OHH-VUH!
i have all the colors watch 666
This watch is totally insincere, worse than some small independent brands!
Please explain....
They had the design edge for decades and then got some bad marketing info and started making watches for pimps with bad taste and people that equate noise with music.
15 mm, way too thick .. Low end Miyota .. Kinda sad, Bulova wasting their history on a uninspiring watch. Get an SKX.
Thats if you still can
Mine just arrived today. I’ve 100% got to say it’s better than most Rolexes in my opinion. This is a phenomenally built watch. The design is striking and the ocean blue dial is just mesmerising. It would be impossible for anyone to not notice this beast. There’s nothing copycat about it either it’s their own original design, the cyclops for example. Best diver in the markets hands down.