In case you missed it, Bulova launched their ‘Archive Series Collection’ in 2016, aimed at paying tribute to the brand’s heritage. They kicked off the collection with the Lunar Pilot Chronograph, which, if I’m honest, was a little underwhelming – the current competition for reissues is just too hot right now, and the Lunar Pilot missed the mark. They followed up the collection earlier this year with the ‘Stars and Stripes’ Chronograph C, which was a lot closer to the original 1970 release, but, in my opinion, not *quite* there. Regardless, the Archive Series Collection is a step in the right direction, as some collectors point to the history of Bulova as their main strength. Back in October, Bulova announced a partnership with New York-based retailer Analog/Shift, who specialise in vintage timepieces. Together, they cast a worldwide vote, to determine the next piece from Bulova’s history that would be reissued. Three choices were given: the 1972 Oceanographer ‘Devil Diver’, the 1970 Bullhead Chronograph, and the 1970 Surfboard Chronograph A. All cool choices, all with enormous potential. Well, the results just came in, and the majority voted for the Bulova Oceanographer ‘Devil Diver’. And when we heard the news, we got…
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