Bulova Men's 98A186 Lunar Pilot Chronograph Black Leather Watch
Bulova Lunar Pilot Chronograph 45mm with Black Dial and Black IP Case #98A186On August 2, 1971, a Bulova chronograph was worn on the moon, engineered for the demands of the lunar environment. Now, Bulova returns to the design and updates it with an exclusive high precision quartz movement, continuing its legacy of precision timing with the men's Bulova Lunar Pilot chronograph from the Archive Series. The Lunar Pilot chronograph features a 45mm black ion-plated stainless steel case with slim chronograph pushers and a crown featuring the Bulova tuning fork logo. The case features a matte finish and a flat sapphire crystal and is paired with a matching black leather strap. The black ion-plated caseback is engraved with the tuning fork logo and the dates of the mission and landing. The six-hand chronograph dial is rendered in a deep black evocative of space, with stark white accents including the tachymeter ring's text and retro Bulova logo. The slim hands and applied markers offer exceptional legibility and are applied with Super-LumiNova for low-light display. The recessed, circular grooved sub-dials include a 1/20 chronograph seconds counter at 3 o'clock, running seconds hand at 6 o'clock, and a 60-minute chronograph counter at 9 o'clock. The Lunar Pilot is powered by Bulova's proprietary high precision quartz movement, resonating at a frequency of 262khz for unparalleled accuracy. The proprietary NP20 movement features a 3-pronged quartz crystal with a frequency of 262 kHz that is 8 times greater than standard quartz, leading to an accuracy of seconds a year. This edgy take on the Bulova Lunar Pilot brings the past to the present with a design from space exploration history, perfect for the modern enthusiast.
Bulova Lunar Pilot Chronograph 45mm with Black Dial and Black IP Case #98A186On August 2, 1971, a Bulova chronograph was worn on the moon, engineered for the demands of the lunar environment. Now, Bulova returns to the design and updates it with an exclusive high precision quartz movement, continuing its legacy of precision timing with the men's Bulova Lunar Pilot chronograph from the Archive Series. The Lunar Pilot chronograph features a 45mm black ion-plated stainless steel case with slim chronograph pushers and a crown featuring the Bulova tuning fork logo. The case features a matte finish and a flat sapphire crystal and is paired with a matching black leather strap. The black ion-plated caseback is engraved with the tuning fork logo and the dates of the mission and landing. The six-hand chronograph dial is rendered in a deep black evocative of space, with stark white accents including the tachymeter ring's text and retro Bulova logo. The slim hands and applied markers offer exceptional legibility and are applied with Super-LumiNova for low-light display. The recessed, circular grooved sub-dials include a 1/20 chronograph seconds counter at 3 o'clock, running seconds hand at 6 o'clock, and a 60-minute chronograph counter at 9 o'clock. The Lunar Pilot is powered by Bulova's proprietary high precision quartz movement, resonating at a frequency of 262khz for unparalleled accuracy. The proprietary NP20 movement features a 3-pronged quartz crystal with a frequency of 262 kHz that is 8 times greater than standard quartz, leading to an accuracy of seconds a year. This edgy take on the Bulova Lunar Pilot brings the past to the present with a design from space exploration history, perfect for the modern enthusiast.
Bulova Lunar Pilot Chronograph 45mm with Black Dial and Black IP Case #98A186On August 2, 1971, a Bulova chronograph was worn on the moon, engineered for the demands of the lunar environment. Now, Bulova returns to the design and updates it with an exclusive high precision quartz movement, continuing its legacy of precision timing with the men's Bulova Lunar Pilot chronograph from the Archive Series. The Lunar Pilot chronograph features a 45mm black ion-plated stainless steel case with slim chronograph pushers and a crown featuring the Bulova tuning fork logo. The case features a matte finish and a flat sapphire crystal and is paired with a matching black leather strap. The black ion-plated caseback is engraved with the tuning fork logo and the dates of the mission and landing. The six-hand chronograph dial is rendered in a deep black evocative of space, with stark white accents including the tachymeter ring's text and retro Bulova logo. The slim hands and applied markers offer exceptional legibility and are applied with Super-LumiNova for low-light display. The recessed, circular grooved sub-dials include a 1/20 chronograph seconds counter at 3 o'clock, running seconds hand at 6 o'clock, and a 60-minute chronograph counter at 9 o'clock. The Lunar Pilot is powered by Bulova's proprietary high precision quartz movement, resonating at a frequency of 262khz for unparalleled accuracy. The proprietary NP20 movement features a 3-pronged quartz crystal with a frequency of 262 kHz that is 8 times greater than standard quartz, leading to an accuracy of seconds a year. This edgy take on the Bulova Lunar Pilot brings the past to the present with a design from space exploration history, perfect for the modern enthusiast.
Bulova Lunar Pilot Chronograph 45mm with Black Dial and Black IP Case #98A186On August 2, 1971, a Bulova chronograph was worn on the moon, engineered for the demands of the lunar environment. Now, Bulova returns to the design and updates it with an exclusive high precision quartz movement, continuing its legacy of precision timing with the men's Bulova Lunar Pilot chronograph from the Archive Series. The Lunar Pilot chronograph features a 45mm black ion-plated stainless steel case with slim chronograph pushers and a crown featuring the Bulova tuning fork logo. The case features a matte finish and a flat sapphire crystal and is paired with a matching black leather strap. The black ion-plated caseback is engraved with the tuning fork logo and the dates of the mission and landing. The six-hand chronograph dial is rendered in a deep black evocative of space, with stark white accents including the tachymeter ring's text and retro Bulova logo. The slim hands and applied markers offer exceptional legibility and are applied with Super-LumiNova for low-light display. The recessed, circular grooved sub-dials include a 1/20 chronograph seconds counter at 3 o'clock, running seconds hand at 6 o'clock, and a 60-minute chronograph counter at 9 o'clock. The Lunar Pilot is powered by Bulova's proprietary high precision quartz movement, resonating at a frequency of 262khz for unparalleled accuracy. The proprietary NP20 movement features a 3-pronged quartz crystal with a frequency of 262 kHz that is 8 times greater than standard quartz, leading to an accuracy of seconds a year. This edgy take on the Bulova Lunar Pilot brings the past to the present with a design from space exploration history, perfect for the modern enthusiast.
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The lowest price for Bulova Men's 98A186 Lunar Pilot Chronograph Black Leather Watch right now is $507.00 at Chrono24.com.au, compared across 8 retailers.
The all-time low was $448.00 on 18 Mar 2026 ā today's price is 13% above the lowest ever. That's a little above the best price we've seen.
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I typically hate any quartz watch as they are very soulless compared to any mechanical, however this watch is one of the true exceptions for me. The second hand ticking twice per second helps with the look, and the size and shape of the case make it wear significantly smaller than the huge 45mm size would imply. It wears a lot more like a 40 or 41mm. The look and depth of the different dial features are extremely clean and well done and the watch is really easy to read at a glance. It has that NASA mandated design which is simple yet outstanding.Had it for two weeks now and the accuracy is every bit as good as Bulova advertises. The leather strap is comes on is also one of the most comfortable and soft leather straps I have seen.Long story short, if you want an ...Ā MoreI typically hate any quartz watch as they are very soulless compared to any mechanical, however this watch is one of the true exceptions for me. The second hand ticking twice per second helps with the look, and the size and shape of the case make it wear significantly smaller than the huge 45mm size would imply. It wears a lot more like a 40 or 41mm. The look and depth of the different dial features are extremely clean and well done and the watch is really easy to read at a glance. It has that NASA mandated design which is simple yet outstanding.Had it for two weeks now and the accuracy is every bit as good as Bulova advertises. The leather strap is comes on is also one of the most comfortable and soft leather straps I have seen.Long story short, if you want an Omega Speedmaster Professional but can't afford one yet, buy this until you can. You won't regret it.
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Excellent service by Deepak, as usual. The watch itself looks fantastic in real life. It is a little longer on wingspan but not noticeably so. It does sit a little higher because of the leather strap behind the case but Iām bothered. My only design concern is how the sapphire sits above the bezel by 1-2mm, leaving the edge exposed. I always manage to clip my watches on wall corners or the frame of the car door. And with the rough and tumble experienced at work at times, itāll be interesting to see how the sapphire holds up. Otherwise I love it. Oh another bonus is I grabbed it before the price went up a little.
originally posted on starbuy.com.au
Couldn't go past adding a Lunar Pilot to the collection when it was on sale. Very happy with the buy and the watch. Was initially going to get the stainless steel 96B251 but I think the black case, no date dial and Bulova print looks better. If you're worried about the fit on wrist, try one on first. I have a smallish wrist and had heard a lot about the big lug to lug measurement but it fits and wears comfortably for me. Stunning looks, dial detail and outstanding time keeping with an interesting back story, it's up there for the best $399 I've spent.Transaction with Starbuy was great, no fuss and fast delivery. Always a pleasure dealing with them.
| Strap Material | Leather |
| Closure Type | Buckle clasp |
| Finish | Matte |
| Movement | Quartz |
| Crystal | Sapphire |
Bulova 98A186
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Bulova Lunar Pilot 98A186 Steel Black
Delivery $219
Bulova 98a186 Case Size 4.1 Ć4.8cm Used Watch 5114
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Bulova Lunar Pilot Chronograph 98a186 Black Men's Used Watch 2103
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I typically hate any quartz watch as they are very soulless compared to any mechanical, however this watch is one of the true exceptions for me. The second hand ticking twice per second helps with the look, and the size and shape of the case make it wear significantly smaller than the huge 45mm size would imply. It wears a lot more like a 40 or 41mm. The look and depth of the different dial features are extremely clean and well done and the watch is really easy to read at a glance. It has that NASA mandated design which is simple yet outstanding.Had it for two weeks now and the accuracy is every bit as good as Bulova advertises. The leather strap is comes on is also one of the most comfortable and soft leather straps I have seen.Long story short, if you want an ...Ā MoreI typically hate any quartz watch as they are very soulless compared to any mechanical, however this watch is one of the true exceptions for me. The second hand ticking twice per second helps with the look, and the size and shape of the case make it wear significantly smaller than the huge 45mm size would imply. It wears a lot more like a 40 or 41mm. The look and depth of the different dial features are extremely clean and well done and the watch is really easy to read at a glance. It has that NASA mandated design which is simple yet outstanding.Had it for two weeks now and the accuracy is every bit as good as Bulova advertises. The leather strap is comes on is also one of the most comfortable and soft leather straps I have seen.Long story short, if you want an Omega Speedmaster Professional but can't afford one yet, buy this until you can. You won't regret it.
Excellent service by Deepak, as usual. The watch itself looks fantastic in real life. It is a little longer on wingspan but not noticeably so. It does sit a little higher because of the leather strap behind the case but Iām bothered. My only design concern is how the sapphire sits above the bezel by 1-2mm, leaving the edge exposed. I always manage to clip my watches on wall corners or the frame of the car door. And with the rough and tumble experienced at work at times, itāll be interesting to see how the sapphire holds up. Otherwise I love it. Oh another bonus is I grabbed it before the price went up a little.
Couldn't go past adding a Lunar Pilot to the collection when it was on sale. Very happy with the buy and the watch. Was initially going to get the stainless steel 96B251 but I think the black case, no date dial and Bulova print looks better. If you're worried about the fit on wrist, try one on first. I have a smallish wrist and had heard a lot about the big lug to lug measurement but it fits and wears comfortably for me. Stunning looks, dial detail and outstanding time keeping with an interesting back story, it's up there for the best $399 I've spent.Transaction with Starbuy was great, no fuss and fast delivery. Always a pleasure dealing with them.
If you are looking for a nicely built matte PVD style chronograph with some heritage for a reasonable price, this is a strong candidate. It's not too big on the wrist, gets nice compliments and keeps fantastic time. The chrono seconds hand sweeps like an auto. On the downside, I wished Bulova spent a little extra to make this a real tool watch. 1: drill lug holes. The standard spring bars are virtually impossible to remove 2: better lume. Weak at best only lasts a few hours 3: ditch the leather strap. It needs a bracelet or a NATO I really do enjoy it very much, may get it properly lumed. Recommend.
Putting aside bands, there are three versions of the Bulova 'moon watch'; one has a brushed case which is closest to the original watch that went to the moon, however, the Bulova logo on the dial is modern and it has a date window, which the original didn't have. This PVD model and a stainless steel model which is highly polished (and just a bit too 'bling' for my taste), have the correct 1970s logo and no date window. So, for me, it was a no-brainer to go for this PVD model. It's beautiful and looks more expensive than it really is. If Bulova ever do the brushed case with the correct logo and no date window, I will buy one of those, too!
Great looking watch. The black case gives the dial smart modern look. The size is not an issue on my 17cm wrist, wears the same as my Seiko diver's watch. The history is why I bought it. Strap is the only fault in my view, the end only just makes the second keeper.
Things to be aware of:- while it's a 45mm watch - which is big - it wears smaller and in black definitely looks more reasonable on the average size wrist.- aside from the appearance (which great), the UHF quartz feature is a big selling point. Very high accuracy is a major selling point.- the chronograph functions work reliably and well. The recessed pushers are a nice touch.- It's a relatively heavy watch, and quite tall. Keep this in mind, particularly with regards to the clothes you expect to wear this with.And overall, I would definitely buy the watch again.
Extremely happy with this model. Out of all the watches I have that are quartz and automatic....this is the most accurate. It is tracking <1sec per month. It has a decent weight to it but is not that thick so still wears quite well on the wrist. Very legible. Minute hand extends right through to the markers. The leather strap is very soft. Not sure how long it will last but it is very comfortable so far.
Iāve been eyeing these for a while and looked at a lot online reviews. I was a little concerned about the size of it, but Iām tall with a 7.5ā wrist so when the stealth one came on sale recently, I decided to go for it. I have big hands also, so I think that helps keep the watch size down. I think it wears well on me. I tried a 40mm watch recently, and it looked a tad small on me. The thin but sturdy leather strap keeps the weight down also. And itās supple and has a matt finish in keeping with the watch. I like the vintage design of the watch and the strap with the thin keepers. The dial is more 3D than the photos show. It has a surprising depth to it. The contrast of the white on black is really nice. I can tell the time at a glance. Some dials are so busy it ...Ā MoreIāve been eyeing these for a while and looked at a lot online reviews. I was a little concerned about the size of it, but Iām tall with a 7.5ā wrist so when the stealth one came on sale recently, I decided to go for it. I have big hands also, so I think that helps keep the watch size down. I think it wears well on me. I tried a 40mm watch recently, and it looked a tad small on me. The thin but sturdy leather strap keeps the weight down also. And itās supple and has a matt finish in keeping with the watch. I like the vintage design of the watch and the strap with the thin keepers. The dial is more 3D than the photos show. It has a surprising depth to it. The contrast of the white on black is really nice. I can tell the time at a glance. Some dials are so busy it takes longer to work out the time. I was drawn to the high accuracy as well, and it is still spot on (although itās only 2 weeks old, I would have been concerned had there been any drift in that time). Although the flat saffire crystal sits a little proud, I havenāt had any issues with knocking it and is part of the unique design. The AR coating works well. This is my first Bulova. Iām very glad I got it. Itās enjoying a bit of wrist time. I think itās a special watch. Itās definitely a keeper for me. Starbuy as usual, were excellent. Their shipping and communication are just so good.
The size/fit is always a hot topic with this piece, and I was a little worried. But Iāve found that it actually fits my 6.75 inch wrist ok. Yes, itās bigābut if you go into it knowing this, I think it will suit most average sized wrists, and even slightly smaller.The dial is an absolute stand out. In particular, the depth created by the recessed outer markings and the applied indicies is stunning.Iāve also read other reviewers who were unhappy with the leather strapāIāve found it to be of good quality, and perfectly suitable for the watch.Iām also glad I went with the black cased versionānot a huge fan of blasted case finishes, but the black case looks excellent.Who would buy a plastic MoonSwatch when there are options like this for the same or less price! (And ...Ā MoreThe size/fit is always a hot topic with this piece, and I was a little worried. But Iāve found that it actually fits my 6.75 inch wrist ok. Yes, itās bigābut if you go into it knowing this, I think it will suit most average sized wrists, and even slightly smaller.The dial is an absolute stand out. In particular, the depth created by the recessed outer markings and the applied indicies is stunning.Iāve also read other reviewers who were unhappy with the leather strapāIāve found it to be of good quality, and perfectly suitable for the watch.Iām also glad I went with the black cased versionānot a huge fan of blasted case finishes, but the black case looks excellent.Who would buy a plastic MoonSwatch when there are options like this for the same or less price! (And readily available!)Would definitely recommend.
| Strap Material | Leather |
| Closure Type | Buckle clasp |
| Finish | Matte |
| Movement | Quartz |
| Crystal | Sapphire |
