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Bulova Men's Commemorative WWII Hack Watch for $90!
Posted: Mon Apr 21, 2008 3:42 pm
by Wraith1031
Bulova Men's Commemorative WWII Hack Watch
Ordered one of these on Friday and it should be in on Tuesday! This watch is really sweet! The link below the description is to Bluenile.com who has the watch on sale right now for $90 which is $60 less than the list price, plus they have free 2 day Fedex shipping! Can't beat that with a stick! Lol!
In a special limited-edition, Bulova recreates the classic hack watch used by U.S. forces during WWII. A rugged fabric strap is combined with stainless steel construction for a look that is perfect for everyday wear. Features include luminous hands and markers, Swiss movement, and water resistance of 100 feet.
http://www.bluenile.com/product_details ... ZS80807100
Posted: Mon Apr 21, 2008 3:46 pm
by Michaelson
I bet it's a Swiss standard Unitas movement. They've been building them since WW2 (actually used them as torpedo timers). Tough as nails, and parts available forever.
Regards! Michaelson
Posted: Mon Apr 21, 2008 3:57 pm
by Iowa
It looks like it's a quartz movement, not mechanical, which is to be expected for nintey bucks. It is a nice looking repro.
Posted: Mon Apr 21, 2008 4:26 pm
by Tron7960
I've wanted one of these since watching Band of Brothers!
Thanks for the link!
Posted: Mon Apr 21, 2008 4:29 pm
by Michaelson
The Swiss don't produce quartz movements, and this one is clearly identified as a Swiss movement. The 17j Swiss Unitas mechanicals fall easily in the $90 price range with no problem.
Regards! Michaelson
Posted: Mon Apr 21, 2008 4:41 pm
by Thousand Truths
Wow nice! I might have to pick one of these up!
Posted: Mon Apr 21, 2008 4:42 pm
by Sergei
It says swiss quartz under movement type.
Posted: Mon Apr 21, 2008 4:50 pm
by Michaelson
Ah, missed that, Sergei! Sorry, Iowa!:oops:
Interesting indeed!!
Regards! Michaelson
Posted: Mon Apr 21, 2008 5:21 pm
by Wraith1031
It's originally a $150 watch. Well worth the price of $90 I think!
Posted: Mon Apr 21, 2008 5:36 pm
by Iowa
No worries, Michaelson.
Posted: Mon Apr 21, 2008 5:55 pm
by Michaelson
Dang bifocals....
Regards! Michaelson
Posted: Mon Apr 21, 2008 5:58 pm
by Neolithic
Wow. I've been looking for a watch with this sort of style.
Dang, now you've put an affordable one under my nose!
Posted: Mon Apr 21, 2008 6:36 pm
by DR Ulloa
The Swiss have been producing quartz movements for years. All major Swiss timepieces have the option of coming quartz. Except for possibly Rolex, I have never seen a quartz Rolex.
Dave
Posted: Tue Apr 22, 2008 3:37 pm
by Wraith1031
Posted: Tue Apr 22, 2008 3:50 pm
by Thousand Truths
Man I want one of those now! I gotta save up some cash quick and get that sucker!!
Posted: Tue Apr 22, 2008 3:56 pm
by Thousand Truths
I feel stupid cause just realized that the numbers 13-24 are ment for military time which makes it even more cool!
Posted: Tue Apr 22, 2008 4:04 pm
by Swindiana
Swedish/European time too, for that matter.
Regards,
Swindiana
Posted: Tue Apr 22, 2008 4:08 pm
by Tron7960
Posted: Tue Apr 22, 2008 4:17 pm
by Wraith1031
The hack feature on this watch is very cool also! If you don't know what that means it is so you can stop the second hand on the watch when you set the time and that way soldiers could synchronize their watches for military tactics.
Posted: Tue Apr 22, 2008 6:49 pm
by Neolithic
Whoah. I was about to order one, I selected country as Australia and it said 'Shipments to selected country must be at least $750.'
Posted: Tue Apr 22, 2008 6:59 pm
by Thousand Truths
Alright! I just ordered it! Can't wait to get it friday!
Posted: Tue Apr 22, 2008 9:40 pm
by Neolithic
US Wings offer a similar watch, but you can't beat that price on the Bulova!
http://www.uswings.com/watches.asp
Posted: Tue Apr 22, 2008 11:48 pm
by Sergei
Yeah... but the US Wings is 17J Swiss movement. Not quartz. Personally I like mechanical movement watches - they don't run out of batteries. I have been out in the field when the battery went dead. That is really, really bad when you use your watch to navigate the trails.
Posted: Wed Apr 23, 2008 11:03 am
by Iowa
Yeah, an extra $40 for a mechanical movement is worth it, IMO. Just don't forget to wind the watch! Sometimes I won't wear my automatic for a couple of days, then I'll check the time when I wear it again and it'll really throw me off...
Posted: Wed Apr 23, 2008 1:41 pm
by Indiana_Jonesing
Great watch indeed.
I purchased one of these for each of my groomsmen last November. I don't think any of them have ever taken them off since, so if that's any testimony of their quality and appeal, let it be known!
The overall presentation of the watch is nice but yes, the movement is quartz . . . And for those of you looking for something that's WWII accurate, they're a tad bigger than the standard 1940s issue wristwatch. Just something to keep in mind.
Best,
-Jonesing
Posted: Wed Apr 23, 2008 3:36 pm
by uncle ogs
Lorus do one very silmilar to that. i have one, its kinetic so never needs winding or a battery. Cost about $110. Still, thats a fine watch.
Bulova watch update
Posted: Wed Apr 23, 2008 7:44 pm
by Indiana MarkVII
Bluenile.com is temporarily out of stock of the Bulova watch. They must not have carried too many, or a flood of COWs overwhelmed them.
Here's the availability mention:
Not Available For Purchase. This product will be available in four to six weeks.
Re: Bulova watch update
Posted: Wed Apr 23, 2008 10:41 pm
by Thousand Truths
Indiana MarkVII wrote:Bluenile.com is temporarily out of stock of the Bulova watch. They must not have carried too many, or a flood of COWs overwhelmed them.
Here's the availability mention:
Not Available For Purchase. This product will be available in four to six weeks.
Well I'm really glad I got it before they sold out!
Posted: Fri Apr 25, 2008 3:55 pm
by Thousand Truths
Got mine today and love it! Showed it to my dad and he loved it! I hope they get them in stock before fathers day so I can get him one!
