Is the Bulova Rubaiyat 98P174 good for everyday wear?

It works for office and dress wear, but the polished bezel scratches easily and 30 m water resistance rules out swimming. Treat it as a dress watch rather than a daily beater.

Can I swim or shower with it?

No. Its 30 m rating covers splashes and handwashing only, not swimming, showering or diving.

What size wrists does the 35 mm case suit?

The 35 mm case and 16 mm bracelet suit most women's wrists, with the bracelet sized to about 7.25 inches. Very slim wrists may find it wears large.

Does it have a sapphire crystal?

Yes. The crystal is sapphire, which resists scratches far better than the mineral glass common on watches in this class.

Is it a quartz or automatic watch?

It is quartz, so it keeps time well and only needs a battery change every few years. There is no winding or setting ritual.

What comes with the watch?

It ships with the original box, booklet and papers. Check that the bracelet has enough links for your wrist.

Where is the Bulova 98P174 Rubaiyat Ladies 35mm 3ATM cheapest?

At Walmart, for $339.00, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Bulova 98P174 Rubaiyat Ladies 35mm 3ATM?

2 stores we checked sell it, including Helzberg, Walmart.

Bulova 98P174 Rubaiyat Ladies 35mm 3ATM

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What reviewers say

Owners of the Rubaiyat line describe it as a dressy watch that looks more expensive than it is, with the diamond bezel drawing comments. The main complaints are the light water resistance and how easily the polished surfaces pick up fine scratches.

What people mention

SparklePraisedOwners say the diamonds on the bezel and dial catch light and make it look dressier than a plain steel watch.
ScratchesCriticisedThe polished bezel and rose gold-tone center links show hairline scratches from normal handling.
Water resistanceCriticisedAt 30 m it is splash-proof only, so owners take it off for swimming and showers.
FitMixedThe slim case wears comfortably, but some find the 35 mm size large on narrow wrists.
CrystalPraisedThe sapphire crystal is noted for staying clear of the scuffs that mineral glass picks up.

About the Bulova 98P174 Rubaiyat Ladies 35mm 3ATM