Every aspect of this watch has a consistent theme and is well designed. Enjoying the case size and shape, selected colors, applied indices, sapphire crystal, framed date window, unique and comfortable band, symmetrical butterfly clasp, and of course the Precisionist movement with sweeping seconds hand.
Bought this watch as an experiment in owning a Bulova and attracted by the very fast/probably accurate 262 khz movement. Very impressed by the accuracy of the movement-compared to our atomic clock it stays right on time. However, also impressed with the watch construction-well made and finished, and as heavy/substantial as most mechanical watches (which I generally prefer as many low-mid level manufacturers make great watches (and their quartz watches are often similar quality; just the movement is different). Good microbrands typically match these. The Jetstar feels comparable to many of these watches. Many quartz watches have pretty "busy" dial designs and this Jetstar looks more sophisticated. Also wears as heavier & more substantial than many quartz watches (this is a compliment, not a complaint). Feels & looks much more luxurious than its price. Very happy with it and will buy other Jet Stars without hesitation if the style appeals to me. Also will strongly consider other Bulova 262 khz models although the dials of some I have looked at are "busier" (though not some Marine Star C Precisionist models which I am considering).
Been wanting this watch for a while and I finally pulled the trigger during Black Friday when Bulova had a sitewide 30% off sale. I absolutely love it. The sunburst burgundy dial that fades to black on the perimeter with the applied indices is such a beauty to look at. And let’s not forget about the smooth as butter sweeping seconds hand from the Precisionist movement inside. Something you can only find in a Spring Drive Grand Seiko that costs at least 10x more. One of my favorite watches in the collection that will be sure to see plenty of wrist time as long as I’m alive to wear it.
Beautiful watch and bracelet I own 6 Bulova watches now. Super happy to see Bulova adding more traditional style and size watches. Would definitely recommend these high quality and accurate watches to anyone looking for a Beautiful, high quality accurate watch with a great history.