When it comes to blending heritage, innovation, and style, few watchmakers can match the legacy of Bulova. With over a century of craftsmanship and pioneering advancements, the American brand has consistently delivered timepieces that balance precision with elegance. From iconic classics to groundbreaking technologies like the Accutron, Bulova has cemented its place in watchmaking history. The wide array of timepieces in the brand’s portfolio means there is a perfect Bulova for all. However, with such variety, there may be confusion about which watch to purchase. We have curated this list of our favourite models to help you with said purchase decisions. So keep reading to discover the best of Bulova watches!
A Brief History of Bulova
Bulova was founded in 1875 by Joseph Bulova; a Bohemian immigrant in New York City. Initially, Bulova produced pocket watches and expanded into wristwatches in the early 20th century. The brand became known for innovation, especially with its precision and craftsmanship. In 1923, Bulova introduced standardised mass production of watches, ensuring consistent quality. The company also made history by airing the world’s first radio commercial in 1926 and later the first television commercial in 1941.
One of Bulova’s most famous innovations was the Accutron, released in 1960. It was the world’s first fully electronic watch, using a tuning fork for unprecedented accuracy. This technology was also used in NASA space missions and contributed to Bulova’s connection with space exploration; including their unofficial role in the Apollo 11 moon landing. Today, Bulova remains a respected name in watchmaking, celebrated for blending traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology.
The Best of Bulova Watches
Bulova Super Seville Precisionist (38mm) Silver Dial / Stainless Steel Bracelet 96B444
Drawing inspiration from the Super Seville Day-Date from the 1970s, this new variant merges retro aesthetics with state-of-the-art Precisionist technology for a timeless modern appeal. The vertical brushed silver-white dial features a magnified date aperture at 3 o’clock. As well as this, the dial exhibits polished silver-tone hour and minute hands, a bright blue sweep-seconds hand and silver-tone baton indices. Ensuring great levels of both clarity and durability, a flat sapphire crystal, with an anti-reflective coating, protects the dial. Moreover, a grooved coin-edge bezel and a stainless steel case frame the dial. Measuring 38mm in diameter, the retro TV-shaped case houses the watch’s high precision quartz Precisionist movement; a revolutionary 8-jewel quartz mechanism vibrating at a remarkable 262kHz. An integrated 3-link stainless steel bracelet concludes the design of this elegant timepiece. Its convenient push-button deployment clasp ensures optimal security on the wrist.
Bulova Women’s Sutton (21mm) Rectangular Mother-of-Pearl Dial / Gold-Tone Stainless Steel Bracelet 97L177
This Bulova ladies’ timepiece offers an understated sense of luxury for the woman with an elevated sense of style. The lustrous mother-of-pearl dial features gold-tone hands and a mix of gold-tone Roman numerals and gold-tone baton indices for a look of true elegance. A mineral crystal protects this display, so the watch is relatively suitable for the possible knocks and bumps that come with daily wear. A refined gold-tone stainless steel rectangular case frames the dial. Measuring 21mm in diameter, it lends a petite yet powerful look to the wrist. Within this case lies the watch’s quartz movement. Reliable and precise, it ensures accurate timekeeping. A gold-tone stainless steel bracelet concludes the design of this timepiece. Not only does it perfectly match the case but it also ensures a perfect fit – thanks to its deployment closure with pushers.
Bulova Jet Star Limited Edition (40mm) Silver Dial / Stainless Steel SET 96K112
An iconic model from the brand’s impressive history, now equipped with an equally impressive movement, this limited edition Jet Star is sure to impress. Borrowing from its historic forebear, the 40mm stainless steel case features a striking angular design with broad facets and a domed sapphire crystal. The vivid silver-tone sunburst dial is accented by a blue and red chapter ring, applied blue and red baton indices, and bold red hands. For optimal readability, the hour and minute hands and baton indices each feature a luminescent fill. Moreover, a date aperture sits at 3 o’clock. Bulova’s Precisionist movement powers this timepiece. Accurate to 5 seconds per month and with increased resistance to temperature changes, said movement ensures great precision and reliability alike. Complementing the stainless steel case is a matching movement. However, if this is not to your taste, the watch also comes with an additional blue perforated leather strap.
Bulova Women’s Classic | Brown Diamond Dial | Two-Tone Stainless Steel Bracelet 98R230
Part of the brand’s Classic collection, this ladies’ timepiece impresses with its elegant appeal. The brown dial, with textured detailing, features a mix of diamond indices, rose gold-tone baton indices and rose gold-tone Roman numerals. The dial also features skeletonised rose gold-tone hour and minute hands. A curved sapphire crystal protects the dial, so not only are the watch’s durability levels high but clarity levels too. A 30mm contoured case, in stainless steel and rose gold-tone frames the dial. And for an elegant addition, 24 diamonds are individually set on the case frame. Within this case lies the watch’s high-quality quartz movement. This, alongside its 30-metre water resistance rating, ensures the watch is both a practical and suitable choice for everyday wear. A two-tone silver and rose gold-tone stainless steel bracelet secures the watch on the wrist. It’s the perfect finishing touch to this luxurious timepiece.
Bulova Men’s Marine Star | Automatic | Blue Dial | Blue Silicone Strap 98A282
This men’s watch is a classic timepiece with a legacy striking back decades. The blue dial, with red accents, exhibits luminous rose gold-tone hands and rose gold-tone Roman numerals. However, the stand-out feature is its open heartbeat sub-dial and 60-second sub-dial; featuring at 7 and 5 o’clock respectively. Through the dial aperture, the wearer can see a glimpse of the automatic 21-jewel movement that powers the watch. Measuring 45mm in diameter, a stainless steel case, with a flat mineral crystal, frames the dial. Just like the dial aperture, its exhibition case back allows the wearer to observe and enjoy the movement within. A blue textured silicone strap, with a contrasting red underside, concludes the design of this watch. The watch is water-resistant up to an impressive 200 metres, so it is the ultimate companion for daily wear; ready for any challenge.
If you’re after a high-quality watch that is both fashionable and functional, look no further than a Bulova. Intrigued to see what other timepieces this American brand has to offer? Click here to view the full selection on our website
What are your thoughts on our ‘The Best of Bulova Watches’ guide? Will you be adding a Bulova to your collection? Let us know in the comments below!
