The most accurate watch in the world with a continuously sweeping second hand. In stainless steel with rose-gold finish, domed metalized crystal, multiple-layer brown and rose-gold dial, continuously sweeping second hand, luminous hands, calendar, padded and stitched dark brown leather strap, locking deployment buckle and dresistance to 30 meters. Duet: 97M104 From the Precisionist Collection. Featuring Bulova’s proprietary Precisionist quartz accuracy, in stainless steel with rose-gold finish, domed metalized crystal, multiple-layer brown and rose-gold dial, continuously sweeping second hand, luminous hands, calendar, padded and stitched dark brown leather strap, double-press deployant closure and water resistance to 30 metersPrecisionist TechnologyAt the heart of the watch is the Bulova Precisionist-class torsional resonator movement, custom-engineered to provide accuracy to within seconds a year using a three-prong quartz crystal that creates a vibration frequency of 262.144 kHz, the highest of any watch in the world and far greater than that of a standard quartz crystal. In laboratory testing, the Precisionist-class movement has been shown to be three times more accurate than standard quartz. This proprietary manufactured movement, including the signature floating second hand, also offers a resistance to gravitational error that makes it superior in performance to any mechanical watch on the market.Summary of FeaturesOne of the world’s most accurate movements – accurate to within seconds a yearPrecisionist-class torsional resonator movement proven in laboratory testing to be three times more accurate than standard quartzStainless steel case with rose-gold finishDomed mineral crystalMultiple-level brown and rose-gold diallLuminous hour and minute handsCalendar windowBrown leather strapDouble-press deployant closureWater resistant to 30 metersAbout BulovaIn 1875, Joseph Bulova, a 23-year-old immigrant, set up shop in New York City and a legendary American watch brand was born. Since then, Bulova has stood proudly in the vanguard of timekeeping innovation, committed to the legacy of creativity and excellence established by its founder.A pioneering force in the industry, Bulova transformed how watches were worn and how time was perceived, registering over 50 patents as he and his company built a record of creativity including the first full lines of men’s (1919) and ladies’ (1924) wristwatches, the first clock/radio (1928) and the first electric clock (1931). To ensure the utmost in precision, in 1920, Bulova even established its own observatory – located atop its New York skyscraper. With that same spirit of innovation, following World War II, determined “to serve those who served us,” Bulova established The Bulova School of Watchmaking, using new and unique methods to train disabled veterans for positions in the watch and jewelry industry. Then, in 1960, Bulova changed timekeeping forever with the revolutionary Accutron, the world’s first fully electronic watch. An integral component of U.S. space technology, Accutron timing was used on 46 NASA missions, including Apollo XI, the first lunar landing (1969).Today, as one of the world’s most recognized brands, Bulova has expanded across the globe, with four separate watch brands, Bulova, Bulova AccuSwiss, Bulova Accutron II and Caravelle New York, as well as the award-winning Bulova Clocks.The signature Bulova brand provides an extensive selection of watches for every occasion, crafted of the finest materials, including 315L surgical grade stainless steel, diamonds, mother-of-pearl, carbon fiber, top-quality leather and Bulova’s proprietary Duramic nylon/ceramic composite, and powered by Precisionist-class quartz, automatic and quartz movements. An industry leader in diamond watch styling, with the new Diamond Gallery offering exquisite designs in stainless steel with sapphire crystals, Bulova is also known for Precisionist, featuring Bulova’s proprietary Precisionist-class quartz torsional resonator movement for accuracy to within seconds per year, the Marine Star collection, combining high-performance sports timekeeping with superior durability and water resistance to a minimum of 100 meters, and a comprehensive selection of classic styles, each with a three-year limited warranty.
D**W
Another watch for a Bulova collection
I bought this watch as part of my Bulova collection.The biggest 'wow' factor for this watch is the deep rich brown colored face thatspirals attention to it. The smooth swooping motion of the precisionist second handmovement is a beauty to behold.The face and the leather band of the watch is deep brown in low light and copper-tonedin sunlight as another viewer has mentioned. It is beautiful from all angles and deservesto be looked at.My first gripe of the watch is the slightly uncomfortable fit. The leather clasp mechanismcan be a bit restraining due to its rigidness and steel clasp that can dig into thebottom of the wrist when tightened. This is not an issue when you enlarge the sizeof course, but then the stiffness of the band can cause it to look more like an ovalbracelet than a watch.Secondly, the tuning fork logo has already been removed from the manufacturerfor this watch. Even if you see the tuning fork logo on the original photo, chancesare you will get the newer version that omits this. (a legitimate change from Bulova)Otherwise, I'm very satisfied as a Bulova collector, and this is a unique rose goldtone to add to my growing list of Bulova watches.
R**G
Bulova Precisionist is the Epitome of Elegance
The idea of a quartz movement with a smooth sweep second hand was difficult for me to process having been exposed only to the click-click quartz movements more commonly encountered. I knew it could be done because I bought an inexpensive wall clock a few months earlier that had that same fascinating feature, but on a wristwatch? That I had not seen except in much more expensive Spring Drive pieces that were/are way beyond my watch collecting budget.Then along came the Bulova Precisionist on a watch forum in which I reguarly participate being sold by another member. I couldn't resist and grabbed it. When I removed it from its packaging after its arrival, the first thing I wanted to see was the second hand in action. Sure enough, it made its way around the dial with no discernable incremental jerking, at least to my eyes. I read another review that suggested you could see the tiny clicks if you looked closely enough, but that doesn't work for me. It is smooooooth.The first Bulova Precisionist I bought was a Champlain, a rather large sport style watch that was uber impressive, but dominated even my large wrist too much for my taste, so I started looking for a more reasonably sized Precisionist and I came upon the Longwood Rose-Tone Brown Leather watch on Amazon.com which is the subject of this review.The Longwood Rose-Tone Precisionist is absolutely eye-catching gorgeous. Don't take my word for it. People I don't know sneak peeks at my Longwood when I wear it in public. A prime example is when I play in an 18-piece dance band for a local senior citizen dance where I sit in the front row of the band playing saxophone. The first time I wore this watch to the dance I noticed dancers passing by and occasionally glancing at my watch. It was unmistakable. They didn't ask about it, they just looked at the watch then at me and I just smiled, as much as I could with a sax mouthpiece in my face.Others have favorably commented on the beauty and elegance of this watch and its mesmerizing smooth sweep second hand. Some have asked where I got it and I knew why. They would soon be checking out Amazon.com for these fine watches.Someone once said there is elegance in simplicity, or words to that effect. Well, the Longwood, unlike the Champlain, is the epitome of elegance in its simplicity and Zen-like dial that provides the time and the date at a glance. And the time it provides is as accurate as it can be without daily atomic clock updates, most probably the only way to improve upon Precisionst accuracy.Reading the specifications of this watch is an interesting course in watch design. Specifically, when it describes the three (count 'em) prong tines on the tuning fork which normally has only two, and how that dramatically increases the sampling frequency that is the basis for time accuracy, it is amazing. Similarly, the specially designed battery that lasts a remarkably long time even though driving a smooth sweep second hand, which normally requires more energy from a battery, demonstrates to what lengths Bulova designers went to make this the finest watch available on the market at this price point. And price point is no small consideration.The Spring-Drive Seiko will run you just under $4,000 while the Bulova Precisionist Longwood Rose-Tone set me back less than $220 (because I bought it discounted at Amazon.com). If that doesn't impress, I don't know what will. I realize there are valid reasons for the price difference, but if you don't have four grand to spend on a wristwatch, the Bulova Precisionist may be the best alternative for you as it was for me.I've bought and sold several watches over the past few years, but this watch is a keeper. It is so stunning I keep it in reserve for those special occasions when i want to look my best with wrist candy like the Precisionist and I use my Casio G-Shock Atomic/Solar as my daily wrist wear. Btw, when I compare the time between my atomic-clock-updated Casio G-Shock to the time on my Bulova Precisionist, it never fails that they are a match. But, the Precisionist is supposed to be accurate to within about 10 seconds per year. How good is that?!In short, buy it. You won't be sorry.
E**C
Deployment clasp deploys too easily
I picked this watch out searching on amazon and then went and looked at in person. The same watch was going for $300 at Zales in the mall (and that was after their 25% off sale). I got to try it on and everything but I did not realize until I got my own how easily the deploy clasp comes disconnected. If I bend my wrist forward it will pop off fairly easily. Also, even if this could be fixed by tightening down the clasp (though I am not sure that is an option), the leather loop that the band is supposed to go through is very close to the clasp and is a bit of a pain to feed through while trying to connect the clasp. Not very well designed. The watch itself is very good looking and the sweeping hand looks great. It is not as smooth as a rolex, by any means, but better than what most watches offer. I decided to return it and trade it in for a different Bulova.The deployment clasp was just too much of a letdown when it was my number one criteria for which watch I wanted...
G**.
Beautiful watch
Very accurate
R**Z
Bueno
Lo compré de buen precio de hecho lo vendí a casi lo que me costó después de haberlo usado un año y medio sólo que me gustó tanto que quiero volverlo a comprar pero creo que no está disponible cuando está disponible este producto Espero que me conteste gracias
O**G
Good watch but bad buckle.
The watch is very good but stripe had a problem with buckle. It's opened every few minutes. And the leather strap with defect.
M**E
Five Stars
What a beautiful watch. My husband absolutely adored it
L**D
Fast and reliable service with great product
Wonderful product
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