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The Springbar Podcast
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Three guys sitting at a virtual bar talking watches.
Episode 70: Veterans Watchmaker Initiative
This week is a special episode! Were talking with one of our OG guests, Jason from @watchrolling and the Watchrolling Podcast. Jason has had the opportunity to visit the Veterans Watchmaker Initiative, formerly known as the Joseph Bulova School of Watchmaking. Jason is in the middle of a 5 episode series where he interviews current and former students as well as the man himself, Sam Cannon. We took the opportunity to sit down with Jason and talk to him about his experience both at the school and the feedback he's gotten from his interviews. This school is a great program for our veterans to take advantage of and we just wanted to do our part in helping to spread the word. Sit back and enjoy the wealth of knowledge and information that is... Jason! Cheers!
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Episode 69: Show me yours and I'll show you mine
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Joe is in Florida! Together again in the same room, he and Mike go through each other's watches and give their opinions. You just might be surprised what they like and don't like. As a side note... The audio isn't exactly up to par this episode. So please bear with us this time, and we'll be back to normal next episode. Cheers!
Episode 68: Mike has some gripes
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This week, Mike and Joe discuss just how important water resistance ratings and lume really are to a watch. They also take a second look at a watch brand, that was discussed in some of the very early episodes of the show. This week Mike also is sitting behind his new bar, but will it be a permanent set for him? All this and more, on this weeks episode. Cheers!
Episode 67: This episode has some bite!
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This week, Mike and Joe partake in some bar talk. In particular, Mike discusses what he does for a living (the episode title will make more sense) as well as reveals what the controversial watch that Joe doesn't think he can sell. We also cover the topic of green watches including the new Super Seville. All this and more, on this weeks episode! Cheers!
The Bulova Super Seville Precisionist reissue review
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Hey everyone- Mike here, and welcome to my very first watch review! My other co-hosts have done reviews before but I've yet to join the club. I think I've picked out the perfect watch too... the new 2024 Bulova Super Seville reissue! Let me know what you think of the watch and as always, thank you for watching! If you're new to the channel, be sure to like and Subscribe both here, on Spotify an...
Episode 66: Obtaining the unobtainable. Grail watches.
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This week, Based on Joe's recent purchase, he and Mike discuss what its like to obtain your grail watch. Do you continue collecting or do you quit while your ahead? Also, Mike bought a watch to flip and they argue about the Kith x Heuer Formula 1 release. All this and more, on this weeks episode! Cheers!
Episode 65: Diving right in!
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This week Mike, Joe and the voice from above are actually dispensing knowledge. That's right, be warned - You might actually learn something from this episode. Were talking dive watch bezels. What they do, how they work and what all those weird markings mean. Stick around till the end and let us know what you think! Cheers!
Episode 64: Catching up with Michael Benavente
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This week, Michael Benavente makes his 10th appearance on the show! We wanted to let him talk about something, and he wanted to recap some of the highlights of his trip to Watches & Wonders 2024 and talk about some Bulova collaborations. Also, he is armed with some late breaking news and teasers of some new stuff on the horizon! All this and more, on this weeks episode. Cheers!
Episode 63: Its a fully integrated episode
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This week, Mike and Joe discuss watches featuring integrated bracelets. Mostly new releases but there are a couple PRX comparisons. We also touch on the Patek Philippe Seiko mod.... I mean, painted dial. All this and more - Cheers!
New Bulova Surveyor Review
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Joe got to play with the full Bulova Surveyor lineup and gives his thoughts on the watch.
Episode 62: Catching up with the guys
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This week - Mike, Joe & KC are catching up on a few things that are going on. Also, Joe and KC were able to meetup in California, so they share a bit about their time together. Mike talks about why he cant get a fake MB&F anymore and we all have an opinion on the new moonSwatch Snoopy. All this and more! Cheers!
Episode 61: Selling Bulova - Marketing & Advertising with Patty Schmoyer
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It's time for another Bulova episode and this week were joined by a very special guest, Patty Schmoyer. You'll have to listen to understand just how important Patty is to the show. We discuss almost everything Marketing and Advertising. We just ran out of time to be able to cover it all. We really hope you enjoy this weeks Episode - Cheers!
Reunited, and it feels so good!
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And we're back as a three! Mike & Joe start off this weeks episode and KC joins by phone shortly. We talk new things, and How watches get their soul and paying it forward. Also, mike actually tells a story about a military watch. All this and probably some other things I may have forgotten, I this weeks episode. Cheers!
Episode 59: And then there was one.
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Hey, where is everyone?! That's the question Joe was asking this week, when nobody else showed up. Mike had to fix someones car and KC was stuck in the frozen tundra of the north. So, Joe goes solo this week discussing the 29 watches for 29 days challenge he just completed, but with a twist. He went with all 666 watches. This episode is pretty visually heavy, so you may want to pop over to your...
Episode 58: Its a show about nothing. (ok, a couple of things)
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This week its Mike & Joe, and were just telling tall tales and slight fibs. Actually, its just a lot of bar talk and a couple of stories. We haven't done one of these episodes in a while, and figured we were overdue. Cheers!
Episode 56: Bulova Design Dept. A conversation w/Michael Benavente, John Huggard & Donell Hutson.
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Episode 56: Bulova Design Dept. A conversation w/Michael Benavente, John Huggard & Donell Hutson.
Episode 55: Our highly uninformed 2024 horology predictions
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Episode 55: Our highly uninformed 2024 horology predictions
Episode 54: Highlighting our best 2023 purchases
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Episode 54: Highlighting our best 2023 purchases
Episode53: Christmas-ish watches (and stocking stuffers)
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Episode53: Christmas-ish watches (and stocking stuffers)
Episode 51: Michael Benavente & tales from Japan
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Episode 51: Michael Benavente & tales from Japan
Episode 50: (enter designer) x (enter watch brand)
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Episode 50: (enter designer) x (enter watch brand)
Episode 49: It's a British takeover! Georgia Benjamin talks American watches
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Episode 49: It's a British takeover! Georgia Benjamin talks American watches
Bulova Oceanographer Devil Diver GMT review
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Bulova Oceanographer Devil Diver GMT review
Episode 48: Oceanographer GMT with Michael Benavente
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Episode 48: Oceanographer GMT with Michael Benavente
Episode 47: It's a new old stock episode
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Episode 47: It's a new old stock episode
Episode 46: eBay authentication & Rolex did some shopping.
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Episode 46: eBay authentication & Rolex did some shopping.
Episode 44: KC's 7 watch collection (or is it?)
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Episode 44: KC's 7 watch collection (or is it?)
I may be wrong but there are four released versions. The fourth version is 96B444 silver/silver at the current time .
You are correct. That reference is not part of the U.S. market, and at the time of this recording, was not yet released.
Amazing showcase and great to see you guys side by side. That single-crown super compressor wins for me. <3 Audio made my ears bleed a couple of times but it was worth it! :D
We never claimed to be professionals 😂 But seriously, for a last minute hybrid setup, the audio WAS terrible. But fun nonetheless! And yes! Single crown super compressor for the win!
Great episode! Side note: a $250 Seiko easily out-lumes the $2500 and plus Swiss wonders... :D
I had a great time on the pod fellas. Thanks again for having on to spread the word about the VWI.
Always a pleasure! You're welcome back any time!
UG also has the Italian Railway watches - Ferrovie dello Stato watches
Great review! Does it wear thick on the wrist giving the measurements?
Good video. No update on Precisionist accuracy test which is too bad. But Bulova's website for Jetstar now claims 5 sec per month, totally different from 10 secs per year that was claimed for Precisionist in the past. I guess Bulova did finish their accuracy testing after all.
I really love this reissue. There are 4 colours the 4th a steel with steel dial. I like the gold version but would have preferred a gold dial
You are correct on the colors, though unfortunately the silver dial version is not available in the States. But, eventually we'll be able to find it on eBay.
Where do you buy a Devil Diver with a black case? Really nice! I want one
Bulova.com has them. At this point in time, you can find them on Amazon and other retail outlets.
Ive looked everywhere & so far the oceanographer is the only True GMT/Dive watch I can find. I don’t know why other companies don’t do this. Bulova’s price is very reasonable too
It's a fantastic two in one watch that is done fantastically well
finally someone who doesn't think bulova is overpriced.. too often i see people saying their watches are only worth half or less of their advertised price, but as someone who owns two of their watches (parking meter reissue and sea king which also has the 262 khz movement) they are very nice watches and feel like high quality items, in my opinion worth every bit of what i paid for them, although i did get the parking meter on sale. i am getting the devil diver reissue as birthday gift later this year, so i am looking forward to that, too.
The gold BULOVA reminds me of the new smoked champagne Rolex day date
a bracelet sport watch with 30 meters WR? really ?!?!
This watch has a lot going for it - that smooth Grand Seiko Sprig Drive sweep for a start. But there's a couple of marks against it. 1. 30M Waterproof - that is basically a joke - a walk in the rain could destroy it! 2. The lume is pathetic! I would love to see a "President" version of this - day shown either at 12 or 6. Plus 100M waterproof. That would be the bees knees!
I think that 30 meters should mean 30 meters. Not just splash resistant. I just like having the piece of mind knowing that If my watch gets wet, it is going to be ok. I have a Rolex Datejust, however I won't swim or shower with it. I just like knowing that it is going to be ok if I get caught in a rainstorm or thrown into a pool at a backyard BBQ. I think added water resistance should be minimal cost to a watch maker. Also, I like to wash my watches under the tap an not worry about them getting damaged. Also, Mike, I hear you on lume. Not sure what the deal is with lume. Timex with Indiglo (when I need it) has served me well on my camping trips,
Everyone loving on this watch never mention the FACT that its not WR enough. Even a big sweat or washing your hands might kill it. For a 1000 wash having such mediocre WR is not forgivable.
mike, i love that you set up your camera in the hubble telescope.
LMAO. Noted 😂
The cyclop doesn't line up perfectly straight with the date window and i cannot unser it. I so wish it simply wasn't there. Probably a deal breaker for me.
I bought the gold version. I love it.
It seems like there’s a few more down the pipeline. The EU has a silver on silver version
In the early days inhouse didn’t exist. That is a modern thing.
Gonna get the blue I think. Like the gold also. I can't wait for it's release in Europe.
Hi, do you know if and when they coming in europe? I just wanted to order from US but may wait if that's confirmed 😊 thanks!
@@leprechua September.
Is this the green version? Looks kind of turquoise? Beautiful watch with a really interesting movement.
But is the pactacio the winner in its current package aka strap? Or would you choose one of the others?
It is of our opinion, that the pistachio would be much better suited on the bracelet. Which to the best of our knowledge, you can order just the bracelet straight from Bulova. So that's definitely an option.
I’m getting the green, but I would love a black lacqured dial.
The dreaded Cyclopes Debate 👁️ ☝️ But it’s a re-release tribute done very nicely . …… 👍
square super seville day date is the best bulova they'll going to release soon.
Great review! Just got the Gold! Thank you
I am a huge fan of vintage super seville bulova's. Great review.
Amazing release by Bulova. Great to see them utilize this movement in more releases. The price seems fair and it's a unique aesthetic. If it only had 100M water resistance it would've been unbeatable.
I like it!!!! ❤ The only thing i dont like much is the miyota movement
Really? That's probably the best, most accurate movement you can buy without spending thousands more on a certified movement. I'm curious what you don't like about it?
@@thespringbarpodcast I feel like seiko movement are better as an entry level.
Except this isn't an entry level movement. This is just shy of the Grand Seiko 9F movement. This level of quality and accuracy at this price point is fantastic.
@@AldoFeltMiyota as an entry level movement as well. But the Precisionist is in the HPQ arena, so outside entry level. Doesn’t qualify as HAQ because it doesn’t have thermocompensation, but the movements can fall within HAQ parameters.
Seriously considering the blue dial as a dressier alternative to my blue dial Curv chronograph. Didn’t know the sweep movement was there until seeing it on TGV. Thanks for a concise balanced review. Now a subscriber.
Yes! The Precisionist movement is a fantastic modern touch for this piece. Welcome to the channel and thanks for watching! 🍻
Green. I like it. But without cyclop.
I'll be the first to admit, the cyclops is not for everyone.
I’ve the gold one and the dial is champagne color and not like the way it shows on the website which is more like off white.
Oh really? That's good to hear! I've yet to see the gold case in person, but I'm glad to hear it comes across differently in person
Unfortunately, I cannot order them from the Bulova official page in the US. Does anyone know of a source where I can buy one? I'm located in Hungary.
Unfortunately, to the best of our knowledge... There is no distribution of these watches outside of the U.S. market. Not yet at least 🤞🏻
@@thespringbarpodcast It's a shame. I hope these watches will seep into amazon or ebay soon. :)
I would imagine you'll find them on eBay sooner rather than later.
@@thespringbarpodcast Fingers crossed. :)
Good news! There is a watch dealer who imported three versions of this watch and they are available for purchase. 😁 I'm torn between the blue or green dial. They retail here around 575-580 US dollars.
Keep it up! #bulova
Do they offer a model for men as well?
What's your wrist size?
@@RabbitWatchShop 6.9 inch, why?
If you feel it’s too small, Invicta’s got you covered. 😂
@@lloydkanglive9161 thought it was a girls watch with that bezel
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30m WR is unforgivable
Overpriced especially when compared with a citizen tysusa
@@sonnyooo338 Disagree. The accuracy alone on this Super Seville poos on that Citizen. The citizen features an entry movement. With the Bulova, you're getting non-certified chronometer accuracy on the cheap.
30m of WR on a dress piece is more than amble. My Seiko daydate homage has less WR and never experienced water or moisture ingress. Maintain the seals and you'll be fine. Besides, who takes a dress piece into the ocean, pool, shower, or sauna, noobs?
@@RabbitWatchShop nah, it's not. Integrated style watches are sport watches in my eyes. This is dressy-sporty, and 30m is crazy stupid
@@jaer.6540 Noob energy on display. An integrated bracelet does not, by default, make a watch a "sports watch" nor a "dressy-sports watch." 100ft of WR is only opposed by inexperienced noobs.
These are cool although I always feel a fluted bezel is too attention-grabbing for me. They look good, though, and I like the dial choices. I also liked the Jet Star line, particularly the butterscotch. Bulova is keeping my attention these days, though I still only have one of theirs (my beloved Lunar Pilot - ref. 96B258). If they keep doing these releases, there _will_ be a watch that I can't resist. I love to see more interesting HAQ options out there, especially in the "affordable" (< $1K) segment where the overwhelming majority of buyers are. I don't think the movement can move forward or back in 1-hour steps w/o interrupting timekeeping, which would be a great feature for DST changes and travel. It's awesome as-is though, for the accuracy & the ultra smooth sweep of the second hand.
I used to think a fluted bezel was too flashy as well. But this watch has changed my mind. I think it makes the watch and if it were a smooth bezel, it wouldn't be quite right. That said... The Jet Star line is very near and dear to my heart. (If you don't know the story, watch our "Jet Star Mania" episode) I am fortunate enough, that I don't have to choose between them because that would be a very tough call! I do like the idea of a true traveler GMT Precisionist movement... That might be an idea we have to bring up to the brand 🤔😁 Thank you for watching, Cheers!
Aweomse watch and a great review to go along with it! Would you by any chance happen to know the weight of the watch with all the links in the bracelet?
The Precisionist movements aren’t that heavy, so it’s probably similar to the JetStars
I'm one of the lucky ones that have original square Super Seville Day-date and as much as I hate that I'm not gonna be one of the cool kids with a toy that nobody else has I gotta admit they did a good job with this re-release and it will make a lot of folks that messaged me for years to sell my watch very happy. It is not a straight up copy, new watch is few mm wider, flutiness of the bezel seems to be a tiny bit fatter and the bracelet is not exactly the same as mine which is much more Rolex president bracelet like. Vertical dial pattern is my only gripe tho, sunburst or just a plain glossy dial with no pattern would be much better imo. They should've contacted me before the release and sent me all three watches and I would give them my pointers. I was the biggest fanboy of the square Super Seville after all, plastering that watch all over the web for years. I know they know me and I'm 100% sure they got the idea of re-releasing just because they saw all the hundreds of my pics of that watch posted by me and thousands of people asking where they can get it. Not cool Bulova, not cool. Although I am deeply hurt I would accept an apology in the form of those three watches free of charge😬You know where to find me on IG, ball is in your court🧐
Hope for other colors. Very cool.
Usually the European market will get a different colorway than what we have in the U.S., but it seems we are the only ones to get this watch. But I would imagine we should see another color or two in the future.
Me too! I agree that a gold tone face on the watch would’ve looked way better. Even black could’ve worked. 🤷🏻♂️
Gold/Black would have been another good dial option
I have been a fan of the American Bulova watches since I was gifted a 1947 model in 1968. My grandmother bought it new in the late 40s to give to my grandfather but she died before his birthday and never got to give it to him. He wouldn't wear it so when he died in the mid 1960s it was just another item in his estate. My father gifted it to me, a twenty year old watch that had never been worn. I gifted it to my son who inherited watch collecting from me. But I have bought a couple of the same model Bulova watches over the years. One I gifted back to my father for his 90th birthday. And I always keep a Bulova in my collection. I really like the Precisionist watches but I think my next Bulova will be their moon watch.
Love the story! And the Lunar Pilot is a fantastic watch as well. Although they don't label the movement "Precisionist" as such... The Lunar Pilot is still a 262kHz movement.
Thank you for sharing this great story. There are few objects that hold as much meaning as a watch.
A sexy 70's vibe. Thanks for the review.
Thanks for watching! 🍻
That is a nice looking watch. How is the bracelet sized? You had a screwdriver while talking. I hope it is screws.
Bracelet has standard push pin links. Bulova has really upped their game recently with their bracelets, so even with the pins, they fit and feel solid.
Those crappy chinese made reissues will never beat the original swiss made versions before the company betrayed their customers by selling off to china. Scumbags.
Ha! Ok. None of that is true. 🤷🏻♂️
that's a sexy watch
Agreed 100%!
Why is Bulova's water resistance always so low? 30 meters? It's obviously trying to give off a Rolex vibe.
"Always" is a pretty general statement. The Super Seville is not meant to be an adventure watch, so you really don't need much more than "splash resistant" ratings. If you want a good size classic looking watch with a higher water resistance that isn't a dive watch, with a Precisionist movement... Then look at the Jet Star lineup. Those are rated at 50M. Plenty suitable for your relaxing days in the pool.
For me the watch looks great. The quartz movement on this watch is 8 times more accurate than a normal quartz watch. If I was to get one, I would get the blue dial one. Currently I’m got my eye on the “Jet Star” with gold tone dial, anther precisionist watch.
I think the blue dial will definitely be the fan favorite. And really, you can't go wrong with the Jet Star either. Same great movement, an awesome size and a more modern take on a classic, rather than a reissue. I have them both and love them both. Tough choice! Cheers! 🍻
All beautiful 😍
Agreed! 🍻