So, I’ve been getting into watches lately, you know, like a real hobby. Started with the basics, and now I’m digging deeper, quite literally, into diver watches. I wanted something that wouldn’t break the bank but still had that cool, rugged diver vibe. I heard about this brand, Bulova, and their diver collection, so I decided to give it a shot.
First off, I hit up a few watch forums and blogs. I noticed some people talking about Revue Thommen, saying they have some solid automatic divers under $500. Cool, I made a note of that, but I was still curious about Bulova. I kept digging.
Then I stumbled upon this crazy fact about the Sinn UX (EZM 2B) – apparently, it’s certified for 12,000 meters. That’s deeper than the deepest part of the ocean! Wild, right? It got me thinking about what really makes a diver watch, well, a diver watch. But I wasn’t looking for a crazy expensive piece at the moment, so I kept that bit of info in the back of my mind.
I learned that a true diver watch needs to be water-resistant to at least 100 meters, or 330 feet. I mean, I’m not planning on diving that deep, but it’s good to know it can handle it. Also, I noticed the Seiko brand pop up a lot. I found out they are the ones who introduced quartz watches, and they started making clocks way back in 1881. They’re considered a good entry point into luxury watches, and they’re pretty affordable. Good to know, but I was still set on checking out Bulova.
So, I went to a local watch store that carries Bulova. I told the guy there what I was looking for, and he showed me a few models. They looked pretty slick, I gotta say. I tried a couple on my wrist, feeling the weight and checking out the bezels. One of them, a nice chunky one with a blue face, really caught my eye. It felt solid, well-made, and had that classic diver look I was after. The price was within my budget, too, which was a big plus.
After trying it on and chatting with the store guy a bit more, I decided to pull the trigger. I bought the Bulova diver with the blue face. I’ve been wearing it for a few weeks now, and I’m really happy with it. It’s comfortable, keeps good time, and I’ve even gotten a few compliments on it.
Here’s what I did in a nutshell:
- Researched online about diver watches.
- Noted some recommendations like Revue Thommen and learned about the crazy depth rating of the Sinn UX.
- Learned the basic requirements for a diver watch (100m water resistance).
- Discovered Seiko’s history and reputation.
- Visited a local store to check out Bulova divers in person.
- Tried on a few models and liked one with a blue face.
- Purchased the Bulova diver watch.
- Wore it for a few weeks and enjoyed it.
Final Thoughts
Overall, I’m really pleased with my Bulova diver. It was a fun little adventure learning about these watches and finding one that fit my style and budget. I might even get into modding watches later but who knows. If you’re looking for a decent diver watch that won’t cost a fortune, I’d say give Bulova a look. It worked out pretty well for me!
