Watch Straps for the Bulova Lunar Pilot
The Bulova Lunar Pilot is a faithful replica of the Bulova watch worn on the Moon by astronaut Dave Scott during Apollo 15 in 1971 — when his Omega Speedmaster crystal broke and he wore the Bulova as backup. The Lunar Pilot (ref. 96B251, 96B258) uses a 22mm lug width and is most famously worn on a velcro/hook-and-loop strap, just like the original Apollo 15 mission. Velcro, NATO, leather, and rubber are all popular options. AliExpress has Lunar Pilot-appropriate straps starting at $4.
Popular strap styles for the Bulova Lunar Pilot
Buying tips
- 01The Lunar Pilot uses 22mm — one of the most common dive-watch lug widths, with massive AliExpress selection.
- 02The authentic Lunar Pilot look: a Velcro/hook-and-loop strap in black or olive, just like the Apollo 15 mission.
- 03Search 'velcro watch strap 22mm' or 'hook and loop strap 22mm' on AliExpress for $4–$8 NASA-accurate options.
- 04NATO straps in olive, black, or sand are a strong alternative — they share the Lunar Pilot's military utility character.
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What lug width is the Bulova Lunar Pilot?
The Bulova Lunar Pilot (ref. 96B251, 96B258, 96K106) uses a 22mm lug width. The Bulova Precisionist (96B175, 96B196) also uses 22mm. The Bulova Computron uses 18mm. The Accutron uses varying widths depending on the reference — check your specific model. For the Lunar Pilot — the most commonly owned Bulova among watch enthusiasts — 22mm is the correct width. 22mm is one of the most common lug widths in the dive and sport watch segment, with excellent AliExpress coverage in velcro/hook-and-loop, NATO, rubber, leather, and sailcloth.
What strap should I use on the Bulova Lunar Pilot?
The most historically accurate strap for the Bulova Lunar Pilot is a velcro (hook-and-loop) strap — because Dave Scott wore the original Bulova on a velcro strap on his spacesuit during the Apollo 15 moonwalk in 1971. Search 'velcro watch strap 22mm' or 'hook and loop strap 22mm' on AliExpress for $4–$8 options. Black velcro is the most period-accurate; olive or khaki velcro also works well. For a more modern daily-wear look, an olive or black G10 NATO at $3–$8 is excellent — the military heritage of the strap suits the Lunar Pilot's mission character. Brown or black leather gives a more restrained everyday look.
Where can I find a cheap velcro strap for the Bulova Lunar Pilot?
AliExpress is the best source for affordable velcro watch straps — search 'velcro watch strap 22mm' or 'hook and loop nylon strap 22mm'. Prices run $4–$10. Look for straps with the hook-side (rough side) facing down against the wrist, which is the standard configuration for wristwatch velcro straps. Black velcro replicates the Apollo 15 Lunar Pilot mission look most faithfully. The Swatch x Omega MoonSwatch has popularized velcro straps further — this means AliExpress now carries a wider variety than before. Velcro straps are also widely available from military surplus suppliers if you prefer non-AliExpress sources.