WillFly Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 I haven't worn my Bulova Precisionist for, probably, over a couple of years. It's been sat in a case, along with others of my collection, ticking gently away. Anyway, I thought I'd get it on the wrist today - what with the clocks going back an hour this weekend. I took it out of the case and checked the time against the atomic clock - it was exactly, to the second, one hour fast. In other words, though not changed to compensate for changes in BST and back over two years or so, it had otherwise kept completely accurate time. The second hand is sweeping as smoothly as you would expect from a Precisionist. I think that's pretty good, and also a tribute to the Bulova brand. This is one of a very few quartz watches that I own and, I have to say, it's a beauty. 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geo Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 You can't ask for better than that Will. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillFly Posted October 30, 2016 Author Share Posted October 30, 2016 Indeed, Geo. One cannot complain! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atimegoneby Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 That's a class watch ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WatchMaker Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 This piqued my interest into "how so accurate?"". Interesting article here: http://electronics.howstuffworks.com/gadgets/clocks-watches/bulova-precisionist3.htm . [This is a multi-page article so I've referenced the page that goes into some of the details of the special steps Bulova took]. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillFly Posted October 30, 2016 Author Share Posted October 30, 2016 Thanks for the article heads-up - I knew a bit about the Bulova mechanism, but it's always nice to read it all again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
digginstony Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 That's as accurate as any timepiece could be and a beautiful looking watch as well.Sent from my SM-G920F using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WileyDave Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Simple Elegance! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricardopalamino Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Aloha WilFly ,....That is a very clean looking watch . Very Nice . Like you , I haven't worn my presicionist in over a year , since I bought it . The Bracelet is so uncomfortable on the wrist and too thick and heavy that I was sorry I bought it . At that time I didn't know the reputation for the accuracy of The precisionist and that Bulova had developed an advanced improved quartz mechanism that is accurate to + _ 10 sec. a year , and with that it has a smooth second hand action . About a month ago I saw one with a black canvas Nato strap and all of a sudden , I liked the look and the watch . I went ahead and ordered a carbon fiber band with contrast stitching to match the second hand . 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillFly Posted November 1, 2016 Author Share Posted November 1, 2016 I see what you mean about the metal strap - too chunky for me as well. My watch has a lovely curved crystal - which I hope I never have to replace! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobm12 Posted November 2, 2016 Share Posted November 2, 2016 I like both watches, but tend to favor the clean lines and "smoother" design of Will's. However, I recently acquired one that looks similar to Luis's and I'm very happy with it too...Bulova Precisionist, what's not to like!! Cheers, Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramrod Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 i have seen a few on craigslist going for cheap. i might consider picking one up. i had read a while back that they were extemely accurate. will, your story is good enough for me. i'm convinced it's worthwhile to own. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillFly Posted November 9, 2016 Author Share Posted November 9, 2016 Good luck in your search. I'm very pleased with mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vich Posted November 28, 2016 Share Posted November 28, 2016 Hello Will, I liked this watch back in 2014 when you first posted it. I was tempted then as it was just before Christmas but did not succumb. However, on reflection it is a Bulova and as I have a soft spot for the brand and I do not actually have a new Bulova so I have asked for one for Christmas and it is on the way. It is the Claremont version 96B127. I will not be permitted to lay eyes or fingers on it until the day but it is certainly something to look forward to. I never thought that I would pay as much for a Quartz movement watch (£126) but I have to say the general appearance, especially with the beautifully curved glass and the timekeeping mean it will sit well with my other Bulovas. It will be funny getting a Bulova that I don't actually have to fix before wearing it. Cheers, Vic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricardopalamino Posted November 28, 2016 Share Posted November 28, 2016 Aloha Vich , We havent messaged since I first got into Accutrons a while back . Nice choice on your Christmas present . I was curious what this watch looked like . I saw these on Amazon going for 200 British Pounds . Now I'm curious which other Bulova's you have . Don't forget to look surprised when you open your present ....Regards , Louis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillFly Posted November 29, 2016 Author Share Posted November 29, 2016 Well done, Vic - I'm sure you'll really enjoy the watch. Like you, I'm not a huge quartz fan, but I couldn't resist the look of this one - which I bought from a fellow member of the Watch Forum UK at a very good price. Cheers, Will Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vich Posted November 29, 2016 Share Posted November 29, 2016 Arrived today, had to sign for the box which Mrs Claus has impounded. One thing I did notice was the box is quite weighty so there must be a fair bit of steel involved.Cheers,Vic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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