Captain 09/15/21
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Fun Watch, Is as Described...

I am writing this because I believe the watch deserves a fair review. The watch itself is as described in the specs and is quite bulbous. It has a nice heft and is solid. I have an 8.25" wrist and the watch and watch band work perfectly for me. I am about the middle of the band holes, so both larger and smaller wrists will work. The back of the watch has nice attention to detail, and I am happy with the engraving and metal work on the case back. As a collector, I got a round serial number of 125, so that was a nice addition. I will say that if you do not wear the watch snugly, it will probably drift on your wrist. The band is narrower than your typical diver, but it should not be a hindrance in owning the watch - or get a different band/strap...not a challenge. Finally, my only issue is that the lume seems a little dull. It is by no means TUDOR bright. If you are covertly diving at night, I would not suggest this watch. Personal preference on the push-down requirement of the bezel. I rotate all mine minus 5 to minus 15, so I only touch the bezel twice or so a year. Pushing it down was odd, but not a hindrance.

Clyde68 01/10/23
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It's a copy of a prototype people.

I think the key work here is "Prototype" the watch was never put into production, or critiqued by the US Navy. Bulova backed out of the deal, and the watch was just lost to time until someone came with one of the originals, and asked Bulova if they would make it again as is. That's what makes this piece unique. I read about it before I bought it and yes, 16 MM lugs were odd to me, but that's how the prototype was made, You either love it, or hate it.

Zappatore 09/11/21
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Very disappointing

I bought this a week ago and put it on my wrist and it sits like a rock tied to a thread . The watch is to heavy to be supported by the 16mm strap. It’s definitely a design flaw, also something feels cheap about the bezel, the push down function is something to get used to. I would have gone with an acrylic bezel. The watch is way to thick top heavy and clunky . The caseback is also a bit much and an unnecessary deviation from the original, I get that they wanted to stick to the original specs but they have definitely failed with the choices the made to modernize and ignore certain aspects. This watch could have been so amazing. We won’t even get into the scuba helmet vessel it comes in.

Bulova Response We are sorry to hear that you are disappointed with your purchase. Our limited-edition Mil-Ships-W-2181 Submersible was inspired by the timepiece that was developed for the U.S. Navy but was never available for purchase until now. By using similar specifications, such as the 16mm strap, we are paying tribute to the original and the rich history of the Bulova brand. Your satisfaction is important to us. We will reach out to you through email to learn more and provide options.