Encyclopedia / Bulova / Lunar Pilot Chronograph
No real new deal right now · checked Oct 20, 2026, 1:07 AM ET
$500 – $650 pre-owned street range
Ref. 96B258 · 15 listings sampled (median ~$550)
No new deal: Jomashop's $450 listing was out of stock (1:09 AM ET) and bulova.com's US page errored. Range = middle 80% of Chrono24 asking prices on the first results page. Fixed-price listings only.
What it really costs
| Market | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| List price per Jomashop | $675 | jomashop.com |
| Pre-owned (Chrono24 asks) | about $500 – $650 (median ~$550, 15 listings sampled) | Chrono24 |
All prices in USD, checked Oct 20, 2026 (ET). Pre-owned ranges are the middle 80% of asking prices on the first Chrono24 results page for that ref (used and some unworn; sample size shown per row), fixed-price listings only. Grey-market = brand-new from a non-authorized dealer.
Buying guide
Key references
| Ref. | What it is | US retail |
|---|---|---|
| 96B258 | Lunar Pilot Chronograph, black dial, steel bracelet | $675 |
Which one I'd pick
Which one: 96B258 is the black dial on the steel bracelet. Strap versions use other refs; match the full ref.
What to check before you buy
- Exact reference: dial colour, size and strap change the price. Match the full ref (96B258) before comparing deals.
- Fakes and red flags: be wary of prices far below the ranges above, stock photos only, or sellers who won't show the caseback, serial and papers.
Alternatives worth a look
- Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Solar Chronograph: Solar chronograph alternative. (39 mm Stainless Steel, Seiko Caliber V192, retail $725 (list price per Jomashop))
- Tissot PRX Automatic Chronograph: Swiss chronograph. (42 mm Stainless Steel, Caliber Valjoux A05.H31, retail $2,150 (list price per Jomashop & WatchMaxx))
- Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional: The original moon chronograph. (42 mm stainless steel, Calibre 3861, retail $7,800 (.001, hesalite, bracelet); $9,000 (.002, sapphire, bracelet))
History
Bulova is an American timepiece manufacturing company that was founded in 1875 in New York City.
The Lunar Pilot 96B258 checked here is a 45 mm steel quartz chronograph on a steel bracelet, per Jomashop.
Specifications
| Brand | Bulova |
|---|---|
| Model | Lunar Pilot Chronograph |
| Key references | 96B258 |
| Launch year | Not confirmed |
| Case | 45 mm Stainless Steel |
| Thickness | 13.5 mm |
| Crystal | Scratch Resistant Sapphire |
| Caseback | Solid |
| Dial | Black, tachymeter scale |
| Strap/bracelet | Steel bracelet, deployment clasp |
| Functions | Chronograph, tachymeter, date |
| Movement | Quartz chronograph |
| Power reserve | Not confirmed |
| Water resistance | 50 m |
| Approx. US retail (Oct 2026) | $675 (list price per Jomashop) |
Specs from the retailer (Jomashop/WatchMaxx) or brand product page linked above for the main reference; see our research notes for which. Retail prices are list prices, not market value, and change often.
Highlights
- 45 mm steel case
- Quartz chronograph with tachymeter
- Sapphire crystal
FAQ
How much is the Bulova Lunar Pilot Chronograph?
List price per Jomashop is $675. Pre-owned asking prices on Chrono24 mostly ran $500 – $650 (median ~$550), checked Oct 20, 2026, 1:07 AM ET.
What movement does the Lunar Pilot Chronograph use?
The 96B258 checked here uses: Quartz chronograph.
How big is the Lunar Pilot Chronograph?
45 mm Stainless Steel.
Is the Lunar Pilot Chronograph water resistant?
It's rated to 50 m.
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