A New Bicolor Bezel “True” GMT Just Over $1,000 - Bulova Oceanographer GMT Review

[@mattybrews]

Bulova *crushed* it with this one. Finally, all of the design AND functionality to make them competitive in the market. Strong consideration

[@frank327]

That rose gold version is gorgeous

[@BasedHadrian]

Been waiting for this. The rootbeer one looks insane

[@BM-si2ei]

I went with the Stratotimer from Jack Mason for a diver GMT with the Miyota 9075. Cheaper at $1k, but there are others that are well under $1k using the same movement. This is a nice watch overall, just a bit expensive for what others are offering.

[@JackMasonbrand]

Thank you for the support!

[@Jtjustintimberlake]

I think Bulova has been doing a great job. I love the classic Devil Diver. The root beer version of this watch is intriguing

[@MadDog8932]

I own two of these Watches the Full Lune and the Pepsi. I love them both and find them to be useable, comfortable, and accurate. These watches are some of my favorited in my collection. I highly recommend them for both style and utility.

[@keefw361]

Can I ask on the lume dial strap is there enough adjustment notches for a six inch wrist?

[@Sorfor_]

@@keefw361hey there! You didn’t asked me, but it comes with 9 holes. My wrist is small, and it fits great, even tho I changed the strap for a Artem black strap, and that one is kinda big for me, grey fitted better, but black looks better IMO!

[@GoalSquad666]

On the 2nd hand market you can get this watch, depending what variant, for half the price or if you lucky even lower. I saw one just recently on ebay for under £500. So, at the moment, they don't seem to hold their value very much.

[@TyphonLeTitan]

The Joseph Bulova special limited editions watches ''swiss made'' were a nice collection to from Bulova in the recent years.

[@BAF605]

So right that the 9075 "true" is revolutionary considering the Tudor GMT at three times the price was the game changer in GMT watches not long ago. Microbrands have embraced the movement and some very good watches are emerging, I didn't like the Wilton, but this one looks good. Strap notwithstanding I like the full lume variant.

[@philippestrickler3461]

Nice watches from BULOVA . GMT, Dive watches , BULOVA became a main brand in this category of prices . After that each people will got a kick or not with the watch. On my side i will always found my happiness with the beauty of a LONGINES.

[@RealUncleRico]

Long geeeeh

[@PicardManeuver]

I am totally smitten with the Pepsi variant. I have been on the lookout for a retro-inspired GMT that has its own bold aesthetic rather than another GMT Master homage. That said, the price tag is a bit hard to swallow. Thankfully a few ADs have these on sale for the upper $800s this weekend which is much more reasonable.

[@jamesblonde2271]

Been searching for a gmt while, I love the Unimatic/Hoodinkeebut I wont play that game, considered Yema, Laco and the Seiko 5 & Presage but with the distinctive looks and the unbelievable value drew my attention tothe cream Bulova, just thought it wasn't really a vintage colour. now I've seen the full 70's-tastic green I'm in. Not only that but they're only £600 over here

[@earthenjadis8199]

I think this is a great choice if you like the retro design and want an alternative the Seiko's GMT.

[@MrLeandroRJ]

Still waiting for the ideal gmt from Citizen. Both the Bulova and the Series 8 are interesting, but not what I am searching for yet.

[@timcarlstrand5890]

Have you seen the Lorier Hydra SIII?

[@Pete...NoNotThatOne]

Lorier Hyperion. I got one, it’s almost perfect. Uses the Miyota 9075 flyer GMT movement.

[@Iamtheman4000]

Just purchased the rose gold GMT one, can’t wait !!!!!🎉🎉🎉

[@TheSuperlativecritic]

The Jack Mason Stratotimer is superior in every way: 40mm diameter, 13mm thick, on-the-fly microadjust bracelet (the president bracelet variant is gorgeous), proper sized hands (I hate short hands) and also cost less. The most important feature are the dimensions: there's just nothing greater than having a watch that fits so perfectly to your wrist and lug-to-lug/diameter/thickness are now the top of my list when it comes to watch selection.

[@JackMasonbrand]

Thank you! We are glad that you are enjoying the Strat!

[@ams914]

No heritage though... Some (like myself) pay a premium for heritage. I do like the Stratotimer, though.

[@keefw361]

Jack who?? 😂😂 Sounds like Perry mason. Bulova is a heritage brand you pay for heritage

[@bellbrass]

I'm glad Bulova finally got away from the Miyota 8000 series movements, which are not high-quality at all. The 9000 series higher-beat movements are much better. I'm interested in one of these now.

[@rcsenior8082]

Another great video about Bulova, but the downside is that I only need more watches from Bulova. I have the Wilton GMT in blue and black, the Lunar Pilot in white/blue and black, I have a Marine Star 262kHz with grey dial 96B434, and Precionist 98B315, and I want an Oceanographer. Since my sweet spot is 42-43mm, but I cannot decide if the cheaper 44mm 96B322 is the one form me, or if the 41mm GMT 98B415 is attractive enough, that it's worth almost twice as much?

[@andreleverettejr3747]

Im buying that rootbeer version, its just what ive been looking for

[@culinarykid92]

The lume dial variant is almost there. I just which half the outer bezel was white.

[@rubenrodrigues4924]

I love the design of this Bulova watch, specially the one with the lumen dial. But, I'm not a know-user of movements and specific specs about watches to know if it is a really good watch or at the same price range is there another brand (like Seiko) with better watch. I am a fan of diver watches. Other options on the market? Many thanks.

[@d.kashani]

Bulova has been killing with their designs

[@georgefraley6628]

Bulova seems to really be stepping up their game.

[@fhaquuu]

Bulova needs to bring back the super Seville president. Would be awesome!!

[@martintanz9098]

Looks promising. That is a watch I would seriously consider.

[@tschoy9388]

A very good job done by Bulova, 3 variations are good looking. I prefer go to root beer. But I still can't found in Hong Kong and Amazon.

[@DogZy9]

Dang! This is such a sexy watch, I'm all in for the Pepsi one. Have to check with the local AD's.

[@titanispi1998]

Their up market trend is giving me reason to consider what was always a mall watch. The divers have promise since scuba vacation is the only time I would really need a gmt. Monta gmt is also on the list but I like the dual use aspect a lot.

[@keefw361]

And the fact that bulova has huge heritage up there with the best of them!

[@clubsportZ]

I have the regular, recent reissue of the Devil Diver with a black/red bezel that my wife gifted me two years ago. I shipped it off to the US Citizen repair facility that services all Citizen brands to have the bezel replaced as it started to rotate in both directions. Unfortunately, they did not carry a replacement bezel as it was considered a discontinued item and instead offered to give me a deal on a new watch which I passed on. Note this watch is only a couple of years old and I was willing to pay for any repairs. So buyer beware, Bulova AKA Citizen may not be the best option if you plan on keeping your watch for a long period of time.

[@gregschulte2953]

I'm thinking the value play is the Jack Mason.

[@waynejohnson3214]

Lovely watch. I'd like to see some wrist shots with smaller wrists.

[@TeddyBaldassarreReviews]

Noted!

[@mattshaffer5935]

I’d love to see the root beer dial in a stainless case and bracelet!

[@andreleverettejr3747]

I love it as is but it's because that rose gold looks phenomenal on me, fortunately.

[@andreleverettejr3747]

Oh also, that Pepsi dial variant, isn't that the same but SS?

[@timcarlstrand5890]

European Ebay has these for about £600

[@timcarlstrand5890]

And there's a green dial version i've never seen mentioned in a video.

[@austingoleman9431]

Checking this out buying one for 300 bucks sounds like a good deal from this video

[@gregcapella5941]

THANKS,,,GOOD INFO

[@Timeless_Essence]

bulova gotta make a precisionist with 40mm size.

[@SteeIyDan]

Nice design but what's up with the logo on the dial 🤔 Looks pretty weird, don't know

[@KevinNiven]

The GMT hand looks like an afterthought.

[@williamhill7312]

Great Video

[@TeddyBaldassarreReviews]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for the support

[@bobbyjocowpoke1057]

The Goldtone watch is very attractive, but 1300.00 for a Japanese movement, I think that’s pretty high. I think I’d buy a Christopher Ward Swiss watch before getting one of these. Nice review though.

[@timothyfunk1883]

I really wish CW would produce a true gmt. If the dragonfly blue Sealander was a true gmt I'd buy it in a heartbeat.

[@voidifremoved]

I own a Wilton, Mil Ships and owned a devil diver earlier this year. Classic orange, I sold it after only 3-4 months. The entire base of the cushion case is polished and the "stubby hands" are small and out of proportion to the case size. I guess because of the cushion case the whole dial seemed tiny. The white one looks like it could mute the glossy esthetic of the case, but they added an inner 24 hour chapter ring making the dial even more crowded. The rootbeer case if polished would shout BLING thats fine if your into that sort of thing. The blue one is back to shiny, shiny finger print and scratch magnet, the traditional crowed dial and stubby hands with an added GMT hand. Love the concept of the devil diver and will be looking forward to a more traditional design in the future. As far as price, yeah its expensive now but give it time you can get Bulova watches 30-50% off MSRP after the launch is over in most cases. Sorry to mention that Teddy lol.

[@Firenmage433]

Look for the green disk version online, the bracelet is not shiny. Might be up your alley, also price is 700-800 online

[@salvadorHombre]

Ayo since when is $1350 considered "just" over $1000? Did someone fail rounding off class?

[@andreleverettejr3747]

Remember he's from Ohio, they are all drinking that East Palestine water that throws them off..... never too soon with Ohio.

[@thomasnguyen5295]

1350 rounds down to 1000, 1500 round up to 2000. I don't think anyone rounds to the nearest 5th

[@andreleverettejr3747]

@thomasnguyen5295 oh yes we do, in higher end professions, you hear it and see it all the time sir.

[@salvadorHombre]

@@thomasnguyen5295 Buddy that works if you're talking about big amounts. Like say the difference between $10350 and $10000 isn't much, relatively. It's okay to round it down there. $350 is a significant % of $1000. You can't just round it down to $1000

[@hudldevice1092]

​​@@thomasnguyen5295 I agree with the OP. It's closer to $1,500 than $1,000; if we're rounding up or down, then round up to $1,500...

[@PINKFL0YD-s2h]

You still have a rapid date change!

[@SamLed1111]

There is something not right quality wise (fit and finish) about the Bulova range, IMHO. I can't put my finger on it exactly. It's very subtle. Something feels cheap about Bulova watches, IMHO. I love that Bulova is trying to offer watches at an affordable price point. If you love Bulova then go for it. I owned a Chronograph C and Lunar Pilot (44mm iteration with the blue Snoopy like dial) and they both felt cheap and like a toy. They weren't satisfying to wear like a similarly priced Seiko or even Citizen (although they own Bulova). That's just my experience. I Invite you to entertain your own conclusions. Maybe it's just my OCD kicking in. Thanks for the awesome video. This is a $350 watch the most on a good day.

[@efrn007]

I own two Bulovas; a Marine Star and the 43mm Lunar Pilot. From my experience, aside from the MSRP, (which of course I'll never pay), the main problem with is how prone to scratches these watches are. It looks like they are not using 316L steel or a proper hardening procedure for the extremely polished finish. Another issue is their bracelets, which comes with push pins instead of screws. In regard to the fit, these watches tend to wear loose on my wrists, even when the bracelet has been resized to the maximum. The case size is not a problem tough. Otherwise good casual watches.

[@keefw361]

​@@efrn007they never have enough removable links which is really annoying quality is excellent however

[@efrn007]

@keefw361 In my case, only the Lunar pilot's bracelet does not have enough removable links; it fits very loose, and I have to use it exclusively with the alternative leather straps. A few months ago, I got the Oceanographer GMT (rootbeer variant) and fits perfect to my 6.5-inch wrist. The bad thing is, for the price of these watches, they should be using screws instead of those cheap and hard to remove pins.

[@theaj1nkya]

Fun Fact: Rolex Pepsi is perhaps the only bi colour ceramic bezel ring in market with the colour red, one of the hardest colours to pull off in ceramic.

[@gorillaofjohn15]

Not a Seiko fan but it looks like a Seiko Turtle copy. Not sure is Bulova is considererd a microbrand (?) But there are also admirable microbrands like Boldr and Zelos that have truly created its own unique identity, that is instantly recognizable without confusion. So far i still cannot tell what is Bulova's design language.

[@tschoy9388]

Hello dear friend, as a Seiko Turtle owner, the Devil diver GMT is totally not a Turtle copy. 1. Turtle no white dial, 2. The Turtle Bezel have no white color from zero to 15 min. marking. 3. The Turtle have ceramic bezel but Bulova devil diver is sapphire bezel or aluminium Bezel. The watch outlook is different.

[@mr.stinker9335]

Bulova is the oldest American watch maker.

[@gorillaofjohn15]

@@tschoy9388 I am not a Seiko fan but I started collecting Seikos 20 years back, until I got fed up with the brand since 5 years back when quality is dropping, and they are too busy doing limited editions than actual improvements. Had a few turtles too. when I said copy, I don’t mean it in the way of a Rolex replica sold in the street market. I am saying you can be copying the main design language of something, then change a few details here and there, so that people won’t say it’s a fake. A nicer way to say it is “inspired” or “homage”. Yes you can change details here and there it is endless. That’s not the point. Step back 5m and I see a turtle. And if say someone wears a skx I can spot it across the room and say it is a classic Seiko design. When you see a Mercedes, a BMW, a Honda even, you recognise the heritage and design language. You don’t need to see the badge. In this case, does it scream “wow classic bulova” or hey that looks like a turtle what brand is it now?

[@rudolphbeasley5652]

That Lume Dail watch is sexy af

[@Horology_Horsepower]

They are smoking something asking $1350 for a watch that looks like it shouls compete with the Seiko 5 gmt

[@Firenmage433]

You can find them 700-800 usd

[@keefw361]

How can you say the lume is lacking and then show that fully lumed dial 😂😂

[@adibee88]

Watch Teddy's videos and get bonus History lessons. 😎🔥

[@WatchMalaya]

The “snorkel” wording on dial is a big turn off. For that price point, it should come with a “Diver’s 200m” ISO certification, hence Seiko is a better option. I would recommend Seiko SPB381 instead.

[@Laguna2013]

I don't know anyone who wants a bulova

[@TAP1999]

You can save some money and get a Omega or you can buy this Bulova 🤦‍♂️🤣

[@Firenmage433]

“Some” money will you get an omega gmt? Okay 😂

[@TheFlambeau]

666 Dude seriously!!

[@CrockE]

Really ?? They really put 666 on the feet depth . Smh that’s intentional 😒

[@viperocco]

The "666" is a deal breaker for me.