r/bulova

I just got a caravelle sea hunter reissue, with plans to brush the lugs, do some other light modifications. Wearing it just two days the mineral glass already has a nic. It most likely got it while I was grinding out some metal for a bezel modification for another watch. But still, can't have this.

Either want to replace with sapphire or acrylic. Acrylic being the more period correct, but sapphire just being more durable to scratches. will either of these drastically alter the water resistance? I don't need 666 feet, would be fine with 333 feet.

Also, having trouble finding it, i could have sworn I had seen at least one other person who attempted or completed this mod on the reissue. Anyone help point me in the right direction?

Probably not a model the watch snobs would approve of, but I’m super happy with it!

Here are 3 photos of each, should I keep both or return one? Which one do you like the best?

Rubber Anthracite Grey vs Sailcloth Black + white stitch

Lunar Pilot Special Edition Black

#vacatiomode

I had this watch for years and had it repaired with a crystal and some other work done about five years ago. However, I never wore it again. Today, I decided it was the perfect time to wear it, and it fits me perfectly compared to my other larger watches.

Apologies that this is probably not the normal kind of post for this community but I would really appreciate some help with a decision.

I would really like to buy a watch for my boyfriend and I remember him saying a few years ago that he would want the Bulova classic Wilton GMT to be one of his starter watches. I would say my budget is around £400-500 and I’m only 16 so can’t go too far above this but I can finally get him something I think will mean a lot and really want to make sure I do it right.

The watches he currently owns are all silver and have brown, silver and blue faces so I think the silver and blue will still suit his style after all this time.

(In the picture) I found that Bulova sell on Amazon and the price is around £600 but I can’t seem to find any second hand shops or places that sell it for lower. I’m going back home for the summer so any retailers around the Cambridge (Uk) or possibly Leeds area would be amazing if anyone knows any. I don’t know a lot about watches so would love any advice from someone who knows these things a bit more.

Any suggestions for other watches would also be great I feel like I’m a bit stuck on this one because he mentioned it but there are probably a lot more options like it.

Just hoping for information on this date code says “A7”, C8671301 appears to be movement/caliber. Is it men’s or women’s, I don’t have accurate measurements. thank you.

This might be my favorite watch picture that I have ever taken. Paired it on my Instagram with the song Golden Slumbers by the Beatles. Me being creative and shit 😂

https://www.instagram.com/p/DYhJlVjBPRs/?igsh=OGJweGZ2b2RtOXdx

Green devil today

The lunar pilot on call for today.

Hey everyone — this is probably a long shot, but I figured Reddit might be the best place to ask.

My daughter Lizzy was born in 4/2026, and she’s a Year of the Horse baby. I’ve been looking for a meaningful first Father’s Day watch, and I realized the Bulova Super Seville Year of the Horse is limited to 888 pieces and individually numbered. Now I’m trying to find #426/888 specifically. Someday I’d love to give it to her.

The watch is:
- Bulova Super Seville Year of the Horse
- Reference 97B242
- Red dial
- Limited to 888 pieces

I know this is incredibly specific, but that’s kind of why I love the idea of it.

I’m hoping maybe someone here:
- owns #426/888
- has seen it listed somewhere
- knows a collector/dealer who may have it
- has advice on tracking down specific numbered limited editions

And honestly, if I can’t find it, I’d also love suggestions for other watches that could fit the same sentimental “new dad / Year of the Horse / red dial” vibe.

Just hoping the internet can help with a weirdly specific dad mission.

Really appreciate any help or ideas. Thanks everybody.

LFG! Win the day!

Going with a blue devil diver today really need to wear this more often. It’s such a beautiful watch.

Switching things up a bit.