The OTHER MoonWatch Just Got Better !

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  • @WatchCrunchOfficial
    @WatchCrunchOfficial  Рік тому +7

    A Longer Discussion Here: www.watchcrunch.com/Max/posts/the-first-watch-to-drive-on-the-moon-27195

  • @glennsmooth
    @glennsmooth Рік тому +53

    Finally a Moonwatch that is in stock! Bulova vs Omega is like Ford vs Ferrari. Both had important rolls in moon travel and competition was fierce. I’m really surprised Bulova hasn’t hyped this up like Swatch and Omega. I just got the 45mm version and it’s atomic clock accurate

  • @jerryfacts9749
    @jerryfacts9749 Рік тому +9

    For navigation use the black face with white hands is used because it is easier to use. I like the black dial for ease of use especially in poor lighting conditions. I ordered the black dial version.
    I have an Omega Speedmaster Mark II from 1974. I was using as my navigation watch when I was flying air charters in rural areas of Canada. I still have this watch, and get it maintained by Omega service about every 5 years. I wear it once in a while. The black dial Bulova looks very much like the Omega Speedmaster. As for size, the size of this watch is better for practicality. I like this size.

  • @beatzuma1996
    @beatzuma1996 Рік тому +8

    Ive watched 2 videos and Im hooked, im just getting into watches after getting my Omega speedmaster moon.The way you speak about watches and the passion you show makes me happy to be apart of this community, Im already apart of the fragrance community and have been since I was 12 (Im 26) but I am enjoying his community and the people in it. Your finds are amazing Im surprised that no one has spoken about these gems. Great work I'm excited to see more videos.

  • @rickfimple7866
    @rickfimple7866 Рік тому +11

    I LOVE theis watch. I never pulled the trigger on the 45mm because I felt it was too big for my 7 inch wrist. Seeing it on your 6 1/2 inch wrist, I think it looks sharp, and I know it will be a perfect fit on my wrist. The design of the pushers, the "snoopy" blue color, with the unique design of the case, I knew it was a must have as soon as I saw it. My wife said this would make a great birthday gift for me, which means April will be a great month! Great video. You have great taste in watches.

    • @pzwolski
      @pzwolski Рік тому

      April is over. How is your present?

    • @guru5382
      @guru5382 17 днів тому

      i might have a chance of buying the 45mm with a nato strap , but i have a 7 inch wrist ..... shall i wear it? im so tempted to buy it tho im getting it for a way cheaper price .... , the 43 mm is a bit more pricey (im a student i dont have much money lol)

  • @sachsuccess
    @sachsuccess Рік тому +1

    I saw this watch in the store for the first time, after only finding out about it on Thursday. Fell in love instantly and purchased it within 10 mins! I have a review pending

  • @douglasmstewart
    @douglasmstewart Рік тому +2

    I like driving and I like the moon. Combining the two is pretty awesome as well

  • @whywecollectwatches
    @whywecollectwatches Рік тому +4

    I have been wearing the new 43.5mm Lunar pilot for a couple of days and its an awesome watch!

  • @eagleq1
    @eagleq1 Рік тому +6

    This was a great video. I own both the speed-master and the new blue/white lunar pilot. The Lunar pilot on the bracelet wears just as comfortable as the speed master. Awesome watches.

  • @MrPickycat
    @MrPickycat Рік тому +5

    I bought the original for a couple hundred bucks. It was polished so I put it on a polished shark mesh bracelet. It’s my fanciest looking watch (according to my wife) regardless of it being on of my cheapest, lol. Love the story!

  • @typebflieger
    @typebflieger Рік тому +25

    Great video as always. I like the direction Bulova are going with this, but 43mm x 50mm is still too big for many wrists. Yet, it’s not entirely about having a small wrist. Even if it technically fits their wrists, a lot of people still don’t want their watches to wear as prominently as this does. Hopefully this sells well enough for Bulova to consider a 40mm variant.

  • @bngs1983
    @bngs1983 Рік тому

    Well my 40th birthday is in a week and I had to pull the trigger on this one. Got a great deal. Can’t wait to try it with different bands.

  • @wrenside
    @wrenside Рік тому

    Finally! i'm getting it and as far as the size, it's the Lunar Pilot sized to the original specs. thank you for covering this iconic time piece.

  • @Michael-sc5qj
    @Michael-sc5qj 28 днів тому

    Love this model. I recently picked up both 43.5mm versions (black dial &"Snoopy" white dial). I've got a 6.5 - 6.75" wrist and they fit without issue and look quite normal. They wear similar to a "true" 42mm, and the tool watch aesthetic works well in normalizing the overall presentation on the wrist. No issues with the bracelet - its very well done, especially for the price point, but I really like the leather 'NATOs" they each come with. I think the leather straps compliment the overall look of the watch better - and they are extremely comfortable. Really nice for the money and I found several retail sites offering good discounts (I saved $200 and $300, respectively on each from MSRP).

  • @niksoncutts
    @niksoncutts Рік тому

    I cannot decide which one to get, both look sooooo good

  • @arielargo
    @arielargo Рік тому +12

    The previous version can be found under $400 sometimes. I guess I'll wait for prices do drop a bit when the hype comes down.
    I've always admired this one from a far as well, but with a 6.5" wrist at 45mm was too much. Still at 43 with a 50mm lug to lug is big! I think that's my limit. These look like they wear flat, but your making me rethink this. 😅

    • @TheZooness
      @TheZooness Рік тому +2

      Yeap, waiting for the drop, under 500 and I'll bite.

    • @blast5558
      @blast5558 Рік тому

      @@TheZooness right now it’s at 670 in the Bulova website but the one with the NATO strap is at 470

    • @kellykun5090
      @kellykun5090 Рік тому

      They look way better in person, dont own one but the 43mm feels and looks smaller than it is

  • @willspinks2007
    @willspinks2007 Рік тому

    Got mine yesterday bit hesitant because of the butterfly clasp because of my thin wrist size but got a nice snug fit on the bracelet.

  • @nedflanders3769
    @nedflanders3769 Рік тому +1

    Got the special edition in black and I love it!

  • @emersorc
    @emersorc 4 місяці тому

    Just bought the “Snoopy” version, since I also have a black Speedy Pro. The dial is amazing. Not only is the main area textured, but it has a lot of depth. At times it has a silver hue that looks great. Really well done. Price has also come down. Available now for under $600.

  • @morriemariani9646
    @morriemariani9646 7 місяців тому +1

    Just got one at below half price this weekend only in Australia. The black dial.

  • @RickTheFireScienceGuy
    @RickTheFireScienceGuy 6 місяців тому

    I think it should be called the Blue Moon. The beautiful blue finish and the textured white dial are stunning together. The depth of the watch makes one gaze at it, as someone might a full moon. I just ordered one a few days ago and I can hardly wait for it to show up.

  • @ardie554
    @ardie554 Рік тому

    I will try this on.
    I purchased an Accutron last week.. awesome technics!

  • @slodoco
    @slodoco Рік тому +2

    Absolutely beautiful! I think the bigger watch/face for these kinds of watches makes sense.

  • @idid1866
    @idid1866 Рік тому +91

    Not a bad looking quartz...would love one in 38mm, lol!

  • @DjKayD
    @DjKayD Рік тому +3

    Good review. I just picked up the blue and white one to go with my sapphire speedy as its a little different and compliments it nicely. I tried on the original but unfortunately it was MASSIVE. Definately worth trying the 43mm as this one just about sits nicely on my 6.75 inch wrist. It is fairly heavy on the bracelet but so far i haven't noticed it atall whilst wearing today on the leather strap. 👍

  • @randylaw3368
    @randylaw3368 Рік тому

    Just bought one thanks to your review. Nice!

  • @tywinn5786
    @tywinn5786 Рік тому

    Thanks for the review. I just ordered mine today. Your point on the sizing was on. This piece it true to the original Lunar Pilot.

  • @Seongjinkim
    @Seongjinkim Рік тому +7

    Max, I loved that intro. Your videos are so top notch. Keep up the great work!

  • @r4yfoong190
    @r4yfoong190 Рік тому

    You might have just convinced me to get my hands on this watch. The lug to lug is a big factor and this watch may wear smaller than 50mm

  • @f1hotrod527
    @f1hotrod527 Рік тому +4

    I like the look of the pushers. I actually think crowns and pushers are ugly warts on a watch. I love Seiko's with the crown at 4 because it integrates the crown into the case. These pushers do the same.

  • @h0llyw00dhoward7
    @h0llyw00dhoward7 5 місяців тому +1

    Buying this watch next week

  • @whywecollectwatches
    @whywecollectwatches Рік тому

    Max great review. I have been patiently waiting for this release and pulled the trigger on the black dial version right after watching your review!

  • @syr3472
    @syr3472 Рік тому +1

    So do they wear there watch on the outside of the space suit or inside? And how did they use the watch to tell time if worn on the inside? Or did he just wear it for the ahits and giggles?

    • @antonyreyn
      @antonyreyn Рік тому +1

      They wore it on the outside with an extra long nato strap cheers

  • @yetiskies9240
    @yetiskies9240 Рік тому

    I bought the 45mm PVD one many years ago, and its still one of my favs. Hopefully they will come out with an all PVD with PVD bracelet.

  • @zillsburyy1
    @zillsburyy1 Рік тому +1

    all the instrument panel clocks and timers in the lam were made by BULOVA

  • @bobbressi5414
    @bobbressi5414 Рік тому

    I love my 43. It is big but I have worn bigger. The Scott watch had a mechanical movement . I would love for Bulova to make one like that with thd 12 hr subdial.

  • @Rev.DavidJTowns
    @Rev.DavidJTowns Рік тому

    i have the black dial on 7 inch wrist love it

  • @timelesssneakersandwatches
    @timelesssneakersandwatches Рік тому

    I loved this release! Truly enjoy this one. This blue 🐼 is definitely my favorite.

  • @CraigG21
    @CraigG21 Рік тому

    Really like mine too! Snoopy colorway looks great, especially those pushers. 👌

  • @rioriggs3568
    @rioriggs3568 Рік тому +5

    I already have a couple of 45mm Lunar Pilots and will be buying the Snoopy 43mm version this week. In a world where so many watches look almost identical and have no history, I can't even imagine members of our community not having at least one version of this watch in their collection. Disclaimer : I'm a space aficionado and I was born in August 1971.

  • @thewatchloungechris
    @thewatchloungechris Рік тому

    I just picked up a bulova lunar pilot and love it ! Great wearer for the size

  • @blownawaydeadline
    @blownawaydeadline Рік тому

    New to the channel and loving the content, but i would also love to know where you buy your glasses ? Noel

  • @nigelbowler1601
    @nigelbowler1601 Рік тому

    Hi great review I'm contemplating about purchasing this snoopy version sure people keep debating about the seize i understand the old variant being 45mm but hey the new 43mm being the authentic seize worn by Commander Dave Scott is true all the best from the UK.

  • @mannychavez4644
    @mannychavez4644 3 місяці тому

    I was just lucky enough to get the Black with the NATO Strap brand new for $350 bucks. Super excited.

  • @JETBLACKPRIEST
    @JETBLACKPRIEST Місяць тому

    I know for a pretty sure fact that I could pull off the 45mm version as I have a seiko with the same 45mm case width and 53mm lug to lug which honestly wears a little larger cause of how round it is, and it fits me pretty well. (red seiko 5 turtle)
    In saying that, I bought the 43mm version in black because I prefer the dimensions (and font) being as close to the actual prototype worn on the moon as possible, even lacking the date complication which I do get genuine use out of, with me never being able to remember the date. (I also like my 38mms despite owning a few 45mms so smaller tends to go better for my tastes.
    I could easily own both the black and blue/white versions though.
    I also think the mirrored case looks a hell of alot better than the blasted one, especially with regards to the bracelet.
    Another thing people need to keep in mind when talking about wanting an even smaller one, you would need to lose the 262khz np20 movement in order to shrink the case any further, its quite large and the pushers take up a good amount of room aswell.
    So don't hold your breath.

  • @MichaelWillems
    @MichaelWillems Рік тому

    I’ve got both the 45 and the 43 (snoopy) and love both.

  • @simonhudes
    @simonhudes Рік тому +1

    I will absolutely be getting this watch (probably in black) but even with 10% off, it is too expensive. I'll wait until ot comes down to around $500 or lower. The 45mm can be found around $425 new right now.

  • @armandogomez2677
    @armandogomez2677 Рік тому

    I love the lunar pilot but an annoyance is that having other 262khz watches the seconds hand isn’t smooth on the chronographs but the chronograph is smooth.

  • @steveb4012
    @steveb4012 Рік тому

    Love it, wish it was brushed though. Love your stuff Max, well done.

  • @svelinov
    @svelinov 9 місяців тому

    I tried Lunar Panda yesterday. Hefty and good looking watch. Why no date is mystery for me.

  • @Alextraz
    @Alextraz Рік тому

    I want a moon watch for yeara...omega is too expensive but bulova was too big. Now...two color versions...honestly don't know if its just me but i dont like white dial watches but his with ita texture is kind of cool still black might be my choice ....but is it slightly boring?

  • @Conundrum191
    @Conundrum191 Рік тому

    I have the older LP on bracelet and a 7" wrist. It's big, but I still like it, although I don't wear it as a daily. Arguably it is my cheaper moonwatch, while I save up to get the Speedy Pro in future.

  • @ponsholm
    @ponsholm Рік тому

    Great channel, good content, surprised you have less than 100K. Keep up the good work!

  • @cheche2961
    @cheche2961 8 місяців тому

    Very very beautiful watches with a nice story and rather affordable. I will definitely buy one

  • @fossilimprint2954
    @fossilimprint2954 10 місяців тому

    Great take on the "other" moon watch.

  • @tacticaltruth8118
    @tacticaltruth8118 Рік тому

    Great video. Is this watch an automatic or require a battery?

  • @OnetoWatch
    @OnetoWatch Рік тому +2

    Excellent detailed review as always, and a pleasure to watch.
    I think this watch is now perfect in size - and true to the original that went to the Moon 👌😎 I also think this very accurate high beat quartz is a great choice for a chronograph.
    I do like that you get the choice of the original black and the new panda version.
    I have missed my 45mm version since I sold it about 5 years ago!! But I’m really pleased I can now buy a new improved version.
    I will also say that this size does look perfect on your own wrist Max. Wear in good health and enjoy! ⌚️💯👌😎

  • @bansenbrasada9665
    @bansenbrasada9665 Рік тому

    Great review, love your style and take on watches. Well done.

  • @Dreamcardriving
    @Dreamcardriving Рік тому

    Awesome video I purchased this watch. My question is does the seconds hand only sweep around continously only for an hour? That's when mine stops. I don't know if it's the quartz battery is dying or that's how the seconds hand function normally

  • @kevinfestner6126
    @kevinfestner6126 Рік тому +1

    I got the original large one, without the date as that more closely approximated Scott's Lunar Pilot watch.
    Isn't Bulova considered a fashion brand, and not a luxury brand?

    • @BozgorSlayer
      @BozgorSlayer 4 місяці тому

      Bro, you can buy a Movado at the mall. You can also buy a Rolex at the mall.

    • @williamwestrate9633
      @williamwestrate9633 4 місяці тому +1

      Fashion brands make clothing, bags etc. Bulova is a real watch company, so not sure how you can to that assumption?

  • @ehrenkrause9861
    @ehrenkrause9861 Рік тому

    I have a Bulova chronograph that I was given 25 years ago that I wear as a contractor. I leave the mechanical watches at home. I swap watches daily. This I would have no problem and a quartz movement as well 😉👍

  • @bigmacdaddy1234
    @bigmacdaddy1234 Рік тому

    Great review - thank you for sharing. Also the video editing is top notch. Keep up the good work.

  • @nikkimiddlekillsday5161
    @nikkimiddlekillsday5161 Рік тому

    I have the black dial 46mm, thinking about getting 43mm "snoopy"

  • @jeffd3802
    @jeffd3802 Рік тому

    Local pawn has a few of these for 400.00 new. Might grab 1 at that price.

  • @mario373a
    @mario373a Рік тому

    Hey man, super cool review and I like your style. You wear the watch very well. Thank you for the review.

  • @k.iskandar
    @k.iskandar Рік тому

    This Bulova is cool. On a side note, I love how there's alot of 'first watch to ....... on the moon'. I wonder what the first watch worn whilst peeing on the moon is.

    • @nobbynoris
      @nobbynoris Рік тому

      I would personally love to know this!

  • @bngr_bngr
    @bngr_bngr Місяць тому

    It’s hard to believe that Bulova dropped the ball on using this watch to grow their brand. I love the meteorite dial.

  • @OS-qd5wo
    @OS-qd5wo Рік тому

    Just got my Lunar Pilot today and I love it already the only thing that's got me confused is the way it runs, so for normal time telling (not timing anything/ using chrono function) is the small 6 o clock second sub dial the only thing moving or is it supposed to be both the 6 o clock sub dial and the actual chrono second hand as I see in your video here?? please help

  • @NeonMako
    @NeonMako Рік тому +1

    To me, the Bulova 'moonwatch' always felt like a Porsche Design Orfina precursor rather than a Speedmaster deriviative. 43mm sadly is too big for me personally (41mm is my favoured limit), but damn if it's not a nice looking watch.

    • @WatchCrunchOfficial
      @WatchCrunchOfficial  Рік тому +1

      I would encourage you to try one, it wears about like a 41... And I hate big watches

  • @glowplug007
    @glowplug007 11 місяців тому

    I own both and I never believed “the crystal just magically popped off” while he just so happened to have a bulova prototype on him….. that said the PVD lunar pilot is amazing and still gets plenty of wrist time

  • @alwayspooh1588
    @alwayspooh1588 Рік тому

    Cool choice with the first watch to drive on the moon! Great video as always Max.

  • @peterhogan9537
    @peterhogan9537 Рік тому

    I like the black one better because it looks like the speedmaster.

  • @hgr.7857
    @hgr.7857 Рік тому

    Great review 👍 The Lunar Pilot is an outstanding watch, but man alive... It wears like a damn *tea saucer!* Glad they put out a "smaller" one, but this one is still rather large for my taste & size (6.75" wrist, 38-41mm is my sweet spot)

  • @wrenside
    @wrenside Рік тому

    p.s. you are making me reconsider getting the trad black dial.

  • @CharlotteGate
    @CharlotteGate Рік тому +10

    OMG!! My Husband owns that watch.. Moon Watch 😂😂

    • @AvaL-pl1ei
      @AvaL-pl1ei Рік тому

      Wow how much does it cost????

    • @breckenjace
      @breckenjace Рік тому

      Like is it really called the moon watch or something???

    • @CharlotteGate
      @CharlotteGate Рік тому

      @@breckenjace Omega SpeedMaster Moonwatch

    • @CharlotteGate
      @CharlotteGate Рік тому +1

      @@AvaL-pl1ei He bought the SpeedMaster professional retail 6k USD

    • @ortega.g.
      @ortega.g. Рік тому

      @@CharlotteGate That's a lot for just a time piece

  • @elgatto3133
    @elgatto3133 Рік тому

    I'll be waiting for these to come up used. Shame about the entire moonswatch situation, if they weren't so botched I'd own one already.

  • @AlfredoRGuillen
    @AlfredoRGuillen Рік тому

    It is a great watch. I just bought mine and it is a solid, well built watch. Super retro design and nice glove in pushers it is what you might expect to wear in the moon. A lot of value for your money. Now, I really like the precission of this caliber; so, I just missed why you rated it so low...anyway, great review.

  • @MrBacchus18
    @MrBacchus18 Рік тому

    Drive on the moon? Will buy

  • @j.j.h.atemycereal
    @j.j.h.atemycereal Рік тому +3

    You can find Bulova commercials from the 60s and 70s if you look around, and they pronounce it “BULL-of-a”.

  • @tonyhuang7077
    @tonyhuang7077 Рік тому

    I’m stuck between spending more on this or getting the Seiko Prospex Speedtimer 😭

  • @dingandico4589
    @dingandico4589 Рік тому

    Amazon is AD of boluva? 😊

  • @ATR-42
    @ATR-42 Рік тому

    the lunar pilot is beautiful!

  • @Naa-kc2yq
    @Naa-kc2yq Рік тому

    What bracelet size did you get?!

  • @uweb.7586
    @uweb.7586 10 місяців тому

    I own the 45mm Lunar Pilot. I'm very tall myself, so it fits me perfectly. It is actually too big for smaller people.

  • @joelferrer2513
    @joelferrer2513 Рік тому

    I have the original but have always wanted a Panda Chrono. Do you think the extra cash is worth it over the Seiko SSC813?

  • @SlapShotRegatta22
    @SlapShotRegatta22 Рік тому

    What is your wrist size?

  • @darrenjones2070
    @darrenjones2070 Рік тому

    Great informative video. Thanks for the review.

  • @Polter6eist
    @Polter6eist Рік тому +3

    I have it, I wouldn't have had it smaller. Why would you give it a 6 on the movement... There are only 3 other movements from GS, Citizen and Longines that beat this one's precision and they come on a much greater price. This watch, as a whole package, is very hard to beat, the sweeping chrono hand, the dial combo of textures and rised/sunken elements, the original pushers (that clicks, not like smartphone volume), the tachymeter scale under the crystal...

  • @kewlger
    @kewlger Рік тому

    Dude where is your grey jacket from? 👌

  • @webersteve1547
    @webersteve1547 Рік тому

    How long last the lume?

  • @edjustice7755
    @edjustice7755 Рік тому

    Great ReviewM!! Glad I didn't pop earlier on this...the 43mm is the way to go..Do think just do haha!

  • @adibee88
    @adibee88 7 місяців тому

    I enjoy your other work. THIS episode was especially delicious.🔥🔥

  • @edteach3r
    @edteach3r Рік тому +2

    I love the Lunar Pilot. I own two 😊. The original is very comfortable on my 7.5” wrist, as well as my son’s 7” wrist.

  • @vitmat7779
    @vitmat7779 Рік тому

    My question is: would this watch compare to Hamilton Khaki chronograph quartz? Are they alike ?

  • @jimcao1860
    @jimcao1860 Рік тому

    Great review

  • @simonyeardley3492
    @simonyeardley3492 6 місяців тому

    I have owned the black faced pilot for three years now and it is on my wrist more than my speedmaster I just think it is a more charismatic watch

  • @The7dioses
    @The7dioses 3 місяці тому

    What is your wrist size?

  • @lukewalker1051
    @lukewalker1051 Рік тому +2

    Just not feeling the aesthetic of this particular Moonwatch Max.
    Subdials are too small relative to the overall surface area of the dial face IMO.
    Wrong proportions. This ratio is more obscured on the monochrome all black version.
    Average wrist guys which I am can pull off a 43mm..I have 43's and even a bit bigger like a Tuna 300m and I am a little over 6' which helps...but this watch doesn't do it for me. Don't own the all black 45mm version either. If Bulova gets it right, I may add one.
    Love your personality and your perspective Max. Appreciate you.

  • @exexpat11
    @exexpat11 Рік тому

    There are lots of Space Watches. Omega. Bulova. Seiko. Casio. And a few lesser known Swiss brands plus at least two Russian brands. Between Mecury, Gemini, Skylab, the Shuttle, Soyuz, Mir, etc. and many more missions. Now with Bezos and Musk probably a dozen more watches joining the game. This is one of very few Quartz watches out there that has a little soul to it.

  • @rodg2335
    @rodg2335 Рік тому +1

    I have the 45mm no date polished LP. Picked it up for under 300. I can easily pull off the size(8" wrist) but it's a door frame basher and could never be a daily wearer. I also have a problem with the cheap movement . It's accurate alright but it's not a jeweled repairable movement like their Precisionist models. They should honour the heritage of the watch with a better quality movement.