Did you know that Bulova made the only privately owned watch that travelled to the moon? Commander Dave Scott wore his own Bulova Lunar Chronograph on the Apollo 15 mission that launched on July 26th, 1971. That mission captivated television audiences who watched history unfold. Now, Best Buy is giving you a chance to win a piece of history: the prize for this contest is the re-edition Bulova Moon Watch, a replica of that historic watch that was designed for a walk on the moon.

Bulova designed this watch to withstand lunar conditions

NASA gave US government approved watches to every astronaut in the 1960’s and 70’s. However, the crystal face of the government issue watch worn by Commander Scott broke off just before he was to exit the Lunar module to walk on the moon. So, he used his personal backup, the Bulova Lunar Chronograph—and history was made!

That watch was customized to withstand astronomical conditions and it certainly did that, surviving the harsh conditions and returning to Earth, a little worn, but working. It eventually was sold at auction for over $1.6 million (US).

Updated and re-issued keeping history alive

You probably are already aware that every Bulova watch is special. I fell in love with mine the moment I saw it in a jewelry store—I was very happy when I saw the exact same watch online at Best buy for a much lower price and am glad to have bought it—even if it isn’t a Moon Watch!

The modern version of the Bulova Moon Watch is very similar to the original. Here they are side-by-side:

As you can see there are a few differences (notably the date window on the bottom right of the re-edition) but they are almost identical. I love that they kept the elongated pushers instead of the traditional button pushers of most Bulova watches. It’s vintage, historic, and incredibly functional by keeping time like few other watches can. And it can survive tough conditions. Though you might not take it to the moon, it is rated for up to 50 metres underwater!

Of course, you can just purchase this watch or one of the many fashion watches at Best Buy. Or you can enter this contest for a chance to win one to make your story of how you ended up with a Moon Watch a bit more interesting.

How to enter

Entering this contest is easy but you can only enter once. In a comment below, tell us what you like most about Bulova watches. Do you have a special “Bulova” story? Let us know in a comment for a chance to win.

What you can win

At the end of this contest we will draw one winner from all eligible entries to receive a Bulova Moon Watch.

This contest runs from December 4th until December 16th.

Remember you can only enter once but you probably know someone who loves history, or loves watches, and you should share this contest with them, so they too have a chance to win.

Win a Bulova Moon Watch Contest Rules and Regulations

Good luck.

Martin Renaud
Martin Renaud
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Martin loves working with the talented editors and writers on the Best Buy Blog as Editor-in-Chief. During his spare time he is either working on his next novel, cooking up a masterpiece in the kitchen, or adding some smart tech to his new home on Mayne Island in British Columbia.
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  4. I have never owned a Bulova watch but knows that the company has been around since 1875. With that many years you can be sure that they have perfected the brand to absolute perfection.

  12. Bulova watches have an amazing appearance! I have not owned own yet. but they sure catch my eye whenever I see then in a store or at the office on someone else. They are Beautiful, and I have a lot of respect for them. Good luck to everyone, and have a great day!

  13. I got my first Bulova watch when I graduated High School, from my parents it was an Accutron… I have it to this day – 34 years later and it still works!!!

  26. They look so amazing and work in any environment which would help me since I have to wash my hands so many times a day.

  28. Bulova watches are a well known dependable brand made with precision craftsmanship, innovation and technology.

  31. I like how well they are designed, the time piece is definitely a good one.
    Always here about this brand, never experienced it though.

  38. This looks like an excellent piece, celebrating a proud history with a faithful tribute to the original. I think I’d be proud to wear it.

  43. As a youngster I saw a picture of a soccer star wearing a black and red Bulova on an advert. I liked the style and look of the watch. Years later when I was in highschool I started looking at “real” watches ( which at the time pretty much just meant that it was not digital) and stumbled across Bulova again. I fell in love with the CURV collection due to the innovation and complexity of the movement. At the time I let it be a dream and figured I would never own one.

    A few years later my Timex iron man gave up and I figure I need to buy a watch. So the first watch I ever bought myself was a clean Rolex date justy looking Caravelle New York watch made by bulova. I still wear it to this day after two battery changes.

    As a graduation from college I treated myself to a 98a161 Bulova CURV. It is the only watch iny collection that I put back on a fancy pillow after wearing it. So Bulova as a brand got me interested in what has become one of my greatest hobbies, watch collecting. Bulova has and will always have a special place in my life.

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