Apollo 15-Inspired Chronograph
This Lunar Pilot model features a high-precision quartz chronograph inspired by the Bulova worn on the Apollo 15 mission.
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Lunar Pilot 96B251
High-precision quartz chronograph inspired by the Bulova worn on the Apollo 15 mission.
General Information
BrandBulova
NameLunar Pilot 96B251
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Product Highlights
Durable Everyday Materials
A stainless steel 316L case, sapphire crystal, and leather band provide the watch’s core construction materials.
Functional Analog Design
The analog display includes a tachymeter, calendar date, luminous hands and markers, and 50 m water resistance.
The Bulova Lunar Pilot 96B251 is a men’s analog watch with a high-precision quartz chronograph design inspired by the Bulova worn on the Apollo 15 mission, featuring a stainless steel 316L case, sapphire crystal, leather band, and 50 m water resistance.
Media Reviews
The Calibrated Wrist
The reviewer considers the 96B251 a fantastic, beautiful tribute to history that is one of the coolest watches from the brand, though they note criticisms regarding its large size, low 50m water resistance, and the inclusion of a date window which deviates from the original design.
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The Watch Blog9/10
The review describes the watch as a stunning, impressive, and reliable timepiece that offers great value for money by combining historical significance with modern, high-accuracy movement.
Kibble Watches
The reviewer concludes that Bulova has engineered an inspiring and well-made chronograph that deserves recognition for its connection to lunar surface exploration.
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Timepiece Insights
The review highlights the 96B251 as a distinctive, rational alternative to Swiss-made mechanical chronographs, offering exceptional value and a high level of historical and technical sophistication for its price point.
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Video Analysis
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Attributes
| Attribute | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Band Material | leather | |
| Band Width | 20 mm | mm |
| Case Diameter | 45 mm | mm |
| Case Material | stainless steel (316L) | |
| Case Thickness | 14 mm | mm |
| Clasp Type | strap buckle (3pc wire strap buckle) | |
| Crystal Material | sapphire crystal | |
| Display Type | analog | |
| Features | chronograph, tachymeter, calendar date, luminous hands and markers | |
| Gender Target | men | |
| Movement Type | quartz | |
| Power Source | battery | |
| Water Resistance | 50 m | m |
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