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Bulova Lunar Pilot Chronograph vs Bulova Hack Watch

Buy the Lunar Pilot if you want a chronograph with real history, a high-frequency quartz movement that is very accurate, and sapphire glass. Buy the Hack Watch if you want a smaller, lighter automatic with a vintage military look and don't need a chronograph. Owners praise the Lunar Pilot's looks, readability and accuracy; the Hack Watch is the simpler, more traditional pick.

  • Choose the Lunar Pilot if you want a chronograph, sapphire crystal and near-perfect timekeeping in a watch with Apollo 15 heritage.
  • Choose the Hack Watch if you prefer a compact 38mm automatic with a 42-hour power reserve and a vintage field-watch look.

Prices

  • Bulova Lunar Pilot Chronograph: $504.00 at Ducci Jewellers (last seen Nov 10)
  • Bulova Hack Watch: $262.95 at Amazon (checked today)
  • Difference: the Bulova Hack Watch is $241.05 cheaper than the Bulova Lunar Pilot Chronograph at the latest prices (Nov 10 and Nov 14)
Bulova
Bulova Lunar Pilot Chronograph

Bulova Lunar Pilot Chronograph

5(71 ratings)
$504.00at Ducci JewellersChecked Nov 10
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Pros
  • High-frequency quartz is very accurate
  • Sapphire crystal resists scratches
  • Chronograph, tachymeter and date
  • Strong Apollo 15 heritage
  • Comes with leather and nylon straps
Cons
  • 45mm case is big for smaller wrists
  • Heavier than the Hack Watch
  • Leather strap gets mixed reviews
  • No automatic movement
Bulova
Bulova Hack Watch

Bulova Hack Watch

4(1 rating)
$262.95at AmazonChecked 10 h ago
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Pros
  • Compact 38mm case suits most wrists
  • Automatic movement with 42-hour reserve
  • Vintage military look with 24-hour track
  • Luminous hands and markers
  • Simple three-hand layout
Cons
  • Mineral crystal scratches more easily
  • 30m water resistance is splash-only
  • Less accurate than quartz
  • No chronograph

What separates them

Bulova Lunar Pilot ChronographBulova Hack Watch
MovementBulova NP20 high-frequency quartz (262 kHz)Miyota 82S0 21-jewel automatic, 42-hour power reserve
Case size45mm cushion case, large wrist presence38mm round case, fits smaller wrists
CrystalSapphireDomed mineral
Water resistance50m30m
FunctionsChronograph, tachymeter, date, stopwatchThree hands, 24-hour track, luminous hands and markers
Accuracy and upkeepQuartz, set and forget, battery changesAutomatic, needs wearing or winding, less accurate
WeightAbout 4 ozAbout 17.6 oz listed, heavier on the wrist
StyleSpace-race chronograph, black dial, leather and nylon strapsVintage military field watch, ivory dial, leather NATO strap

Price history

$461.00$220.59
Nov 3Nov 14
  • Bulova Lunar Pilot Chronograph: lowest $375.00 on Nov 9 at CreationWatches; $444.00 on Nov 14.
  • Bulova Hack Watch: lowest $220.59 on Nov 14 at Walmart.

Prices at every store

Bulova Lunar Pilot Chronograph

  • Ducci JewellersNew

    In stock

    $504.00Free shippingChecked Nov 10
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  • VeloceNew

    In stockSold by The App For Watch Collectors

    $517.99Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • The Luxury Closet USNew

    In stockShips from abroad · duties may apply

    $547.00Free shippingChecked Nov 10
    Visit The Luxury Closet US
  • Raggi PreziosiNew

    In stock

    $570.97+ $32.30 shippingChecked Nov 10
    Visit Raggi Preziosi

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Bulova Hack Watch

  • JomashopNew

    In stock

    $273.00Free shippingChecked 3 h ago
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  • Bloomingdale'sNew

    In stock

    $356.25Free shippingChecked Nov 13
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  • AmazonNew

    Availability unknown

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    $262.95Free shippingChecked 10 h ago
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  • Kohl'sNew

    Availability unknown

    $356.40Checked Nov 2
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Specs compared

SpecBulova Lunar Pilot ChronographBulova Hack Watch
CASEStainless steelStainless steel
MOVEMENTBulova NP20 quartzMiyota Caliber 82S0
DIALBlackCream
SIZE45mm38mm
STRAPLeatherLeather
Color (Strap)BlackGreen
ClosureBuckleBuckle
GlassMineral, SapphireMineral
Watch Strap MaterialTextile, PolyamideLeather
FunctionsDate, Tachometer, Chronograph, StopwatchLuminous
GenderMaleMale
Case ColorSilverSilver
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SpecBulova Lunar Pilot ChronographBulova Hack Watch
Weight (oz)4.017.6
Movement TypeQuartzAutomatic
Type of IndexIndex (without numbers)Arabic
Display TypeAnalogAnalog
Dial ColorBlackBlack
Time Format12 Hours12 Hours, 24 Hours
Case MaterialStainless SteelStainless Steel
Water Protection5 ATM (50m)3 ATM (30m)
colorBlackBlack
Style

What reviewers say

Bulova Lunar Pilot Chronograph

  • 5 / 571 ratings

Buyers rate it 5 out of 5 across 71 ratings and praise its looks, wrist presence and readability. The leather strap draws the only mixed notes, with some preferring the included NATO.

What people mention
  • LumeCriticisedOwners say the luminous markers and hands barely glow in the dark.
  • StrapMixedThe leather strap is called pretty but average, while the NATO strap is preferred by several buyers.
  • AccuracyPraisedThe 262 kHz quartz movement is reported as very accurate.
  • SizeMixedThe large case gives strong wrist presence but may be too big for smaller wrists.

Bulova Hack Watch

Owners of the Bulova Hack generally like its vintage military look and comfortable 38mm size. Common complaints center on the mineral crystal and limited water resistance.

What people mention
  • SizePraisedOwners say the 38mm case fits well and suits smaller wrists.
  • Dial legibilityPraisedThe matte cream dial and lumed markers are called easy to read.
  • CrystalCriticisedSome owners report the mineral crystal scratches with daily wear.
  • Water resistanceCriticisedBuyers note 30m rating limits it to splashes, not swimming.

Questions and answers

Which is better for everyday wear?
The Hack Watch is lighter and smaller, so it slips under a cuff more easily. The Lunar Pilot's sapphire glass and quartz movement need less care day to day.
Which keeps better time?
The Lunar Pilot. Its 262 kHz quartz movement is far more accurate than the Hack Watch's automatic, which drifts and needs regular wear or winding.
Which lasts longer?
Both are stainless steel. The Lunar Pilot's sapphire crystal resists scratches better than the Hack Watch's mineral glass, but the automatic has no battery to replace.
Is the Lunar Pilot worth stepping up to?
Yes if you want a chronograph, sapphire glass and space history. Skip it if a 45mm case feels too large.
Which suits a small wrist?
The Hack Watch. At 38mm it sits well on smaller wrists, while the Lunar Pilot's 45mm cushion case wears large.
Can I swim in either?
No. The Lunar Pilot is rated to 50m and the Hack Watch to 30m, so both are fine for splashes but not swimming.

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Wrist
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DisplayAnalog—
ChronographYes—
Water ResistantYes—
Watch MovementQuartz—
Scratch-ResistantYes—
Case Size43.5mm case—
Watch Strap Width (")0.787402—
Power Reserve (h)—42.0
Watch Style—Tech Watch
Brand—Bulova
Resists water—Y
Battery life—3 years
Watch features—Water-Resistant, Quartz
Band material—Nylon
Watch band color—Green
Watch case size—40 mm
Water-resistant depth—30 m
Watch technology—Analog