# Best Bulova automatic watches Source: https://lumeandbezel.com/best/best-bulova-automatic-watches Publisher: Lume & Bezel. Picks are chosen from what each Amazon listing states, not from hands-on tests. Method: https://lumeandbezel.com/how-we-pick Bulova's automatic range is mostly about design: open-heart and skeleton dials, sculpted Maquina cases, vintage Classic models and military reissues. The specs behind the looks vary a lot, so two Bulovas at similar prices can differ in water resistance from 30 m to 200 m, and in crystal from mineral to sapphire. Those two facts matter more than the dial if the watch will see daily wear. This guide compares eight Bulova automatics on the case size, movement, water resistance, crystal and dial each listing states. Most of these listings state a 3 year limited warranty. No Devil Diver automatic appeared among the listings available for this guide, so the Marine Star Series B fills the dive-watch slot. ## Picks ### 1. Bulova Men's Archive Series MIL-SHIPS-W-2181 Stainless Steel 3-Hand Hack Automatic Watch, Grey Nylon Strap and Black Matte Dial Style: 98A266 Case size: Not stated; Movement: Automatic with hack feature; Water resistance: 200 m; Crystal: Anti-reflective double domed sapphire; Dial: Black matte An Archive Series reissue of a military dive prototype on a grey nylon strap. The listing states a hacking automatic, double domed AR sapphire and 200 m water resistance. What the listing offers: - Anti-reflective double domed sapphire per the listing is the best crystal spec here. - 200 m water resistance and a 3 year limited warranty are stated. - The listing describes it as based on a never-launched military prototype. Limits to know: - Case size is not stated on this listing. - At $680 it is the priciest Bulova in this guide. ### 2. Bulova Maquina Automatic Blue Dial Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch 40mm - 98A319 Case size: 40 mm; Movement: Automatic; Water resistance: Not stated; Crystal: Curved sapphire; Dial: Blue with rose gold accents A 40 mm Maquina with a rose gold and silver-tone case, blue bezel and steel bracelet. The listing states a curved sapphire crystal and luminous hands and markers. What the listing offers: - Curved sapphire crystal is stated on the listing. - A 40 mm case per the listing is smaller than most Maquina designs. - Push-button deployant clasp and luminous hands and markers are stated. Limits to know: - Water resistance is not stated on this listing. - The two-tone rose gold case is a bold look that will not suit every outfit. ### 3. Bulova Men's Classic Sutton 3-Hand 21-Jewel Automatic Watch, 42 Hour Power Reserve, Skeleton Dial, Luminous Hands, 100M Water Resistant, 43mm Case size: 43 mm; Movement: 21-jewel automatic, 42 hours; Water resistance: 100 m; Crystal: Mineral; Dial: Full skeleton A 43 mm Classic Sutton with a full skeleton dial and two-tone steel case. The listing states a 21-jewel automatic, 42-hour reserve, luminous hands and 100 m water resistance. What the listing offers: - A full skeleton dial per the listing shows the movement from the front. - 100 m water resistance is stated, high for a skeleton dress watch. - The listing states a 3 year limited warranty. Limits to know: - Mineral crystal per the listing is less scratch resistant than sapphire. - 43 mm is large for a dress watch and may wear big on slim wrists. ### 4. Bulova Marine Star Series B Automatic Blue Dial Stainless Steel Watch 41mm - 98B466 Case size: 41 mm; Movement: Automatic; Power reserve: 42 hours; Water resistance: 200 m; Crystal: Sapphire Bulova's redesigned Marine Star in a 41 mm steel case with a unidirectional timing bezel, H-link bracelet and display case back. A good sport pick for buyers who want sapphire and a see-through back. What the listing offers: - The listing states 200 m water resistance, a screw-down crown and a sapphire crystal. - A case back crystal shows the automatic movement, which has 42 hours of power per the listing. - The unidirectional bezel has a bi-color aluminum insert with a timing scale. Limits to know: - Lug to lug length and thickness are not stated, so wrist fit is harder to judge. - The listing does not name the movement caliber or say whether it hacks or hand-winds. ### 5. Bulova Men's Classic Aerojet 3-Hand Automatic Leather Strap Watch, Open Aperture, 40-Hour Power Reserve, Double Curved Mineral Crystal, 41mm Style: 98A187 Case size: 41 mm; Movement: Automatic with hack feature, 40 hours; Water resistance: 30 m; Crystal: Double curved mineral box; Dial: Gray, open aperture A 41 mm Classic Aerojet with a gray open aperture dial and black croc-embossed leather strap. The listing states a hacking automatic with 40 hours and an exhibition case back. What the listing offers: - The lowest price Bulova here at $247.30. - Open aperture dial and exhibition case back per the listing show the movement front and back. - The listing states a 40-hour reserve and a 3 year limited warranty. Limits to know: - 30 m water resistance per the listing limits it to dress wear. - Mineral box crystal per the listing rather than sapphire. ### 6. Bulova Men's Classic Maquina Black Ion-Plated Stainless Steel 3-Hand Automatic Watch, Skeleton Dial Style: 98A179 Case size: Not stated; Movement: Automatic; Water resistance: 100 m; Crystal: Sapphire; Dial: Full skeleton A Classic Maquina with a full skeleton dial and black ion-plated steel case. The listing states sapphire crystal, 100 m water resistance and a 3 year limited warranty. What the listing offers: - Sapphire crystal and 100 m are both stated, rare for a skeleton design. - A full skeleton dial per the listing gives a strong mechanical look. - The listing states a 3 year limited warranty. Limits to know: - Case size is not stated on this listing. - Black ion plating can show wear at edges. The listing does not describe durability. ### 7. Bulova Men's Military A11 Stainless Steel 3-Hand Hack Automatic Watch, Brown Leather Strap and Blue Dial Style: 96A282 Case size: Not stated; Movement: Automatic with hack feature; Water resistance: 50 m; Crystal: Double domed mineral; Dial: Blue A Military Collection A11 with a blue dial on a brown leather strap. The listing states a hacking automatic, double domed mineral crystal and 50 m water resistance. What the listing offers: - Hacking seconds are stated for exact time setting. - A double domed crystal per the listing gives a vintage military look. - The listing states a 3 year limited warranty. Limits to know: - Case size and power reserve are not stated on the listing. - Mineral crystal per the listing scratches more easily than sapphire. ### 8. Bulova Men's Classic Surveyor 3-Hand Automatic Watch, Hack Feature, Luminous Hand, Open Aperture, Screw-Back Case, 42mm Case size: 42 mm; Lug to lug: Not stated; Movement: Automatic with hack feature; Water resistance: 30 m; Crystal: Mineral A vintage-inspired classic with an open aperture dial, hack feature and screw-back case in 42 mm steel. It suits a buyer who wants a dressier automatic and a larger case. What the listing offers: - The listing names a hack feature, so the seconds hand stops for precise setting. - An open aperture dial shows part of the movement from the front. - A 3 year limited warranty is stated on the listing. Limits to know: - Only 30 m water resistance per the listing, so avoid swimming. - Mineral crystal and a 42 mm case with no stated lug to lug make it the least clear fit here. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.