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Bulova Classic Sutton (96A187)

Bulova Classic Sutton (96A187)

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$299.00at CreationWatchesChecked 7 h ago

39% under what the other stores charge

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Price facts

  • Lowest price today: $299.00 at CreationWatches (checked Nov 10, 2026).
  • Checked at 8 stores.

Our take on the Bulova Classic Sutton (96A187)

The Bulova Classic Sutton 96A187 is a stainless steel automatic dress watch with a silver dial, Roman numerals and a date window. It runs on a self-winding movement, so it never needs a battery, and its 100 m water resistance is well above what most dress watches offer. The open-heart or skeleton styling and exhibition caseback appeal to buyers who want to see the movement. Against rivals like the Seiko Presage or Orient Bambino, it leans more formal and heavier on the wrist, and its mineral crystal is a step below sapphire.

Best forDress and office wearFirst automatic watch buyersGifts for men who like classic stylingOwners who want a date and lume on a dress watch
Pros
  • Automatic movement with no battery changes
  • 100 m water resistance, high for a dress watch
  • Solid stainless steel case and bracelet
  • Date window plus luminous hands and markers
  • Roman numerals and clean silver dial read easily
Cons
  • Mineral glass scratches more easily than sapphire
  • About 6.3 oz, heavy for a slim dress watch
  • Silver dial and hands can blend in low light
  • No screw-down crown despite the water rating

Bulova Classic Sutton (96A187) prices at every store

  • CreationWatchesNew

    In stock

    $299.00Free shippingChecked 7 h ago
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  • JomashopNew

    In stock

    $350.00Free shippingChecked 7 h ago
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  • WatchmaxxNew

    In stock

    $438.00Free shippingChecked 7 h ago
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  • Shop SimonNew

    In stock

    $438.98+ $4.95 shippingChecked 7 h ago
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  • ReedsNew

    In stock

    $487.50Free shippingChecked 7 h ago
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  • Kay JewelersNew

    In stock

    $521.25Free shippingChecked 7 h ago
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  • JaredNew

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    $521.25Free shippingChecked 7 h ago
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  • BulovaNew

    In stock

    $695.00Free shippingChecked 7 h ago
    Visit Bulova

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Bulova Classic Sutton (96A187) price history

Lowest price we've seen: $299.00 on Nov 10 at CreationWatches. Tracked across 8 stores since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

Owners generally like the classic look and the automatic movement at this level, and many wear it daily for work. Complaints center on the mineral crystal and the weight of the steel bracelet.

What people mention
  • BuildPraisedOwners say the stainless steel case and bracelet feel solid and well finished.
  • MovementPraisedBuyers like having a self-winding automatic that never needs a battery.
  • CrystalCriticisedSome owners report scratches on the mineral glass with regular wear.
  • WeightMixedThe steel bracelet feels substantial to some and heavy to others.
  • LegibilityMixedThe silver dial reads well in daylight but the hands can blend in at night.

About the Bulova Classic Sutton (96A187)

A nice looking watch from Bulova which comes with a silver strap. It is well protected against moisture.

Specifications

Color (Strap)
SilverSource
Closure
ClaspSource
Glass
MineralSource
Watch Strap Material
Stainless SteelSource
Functions

Questions and answers

Is the Bulova Sutton 96A187 a good first automatic watch?
Yes. It is a straightforward self-winding watch with a date and no battery to change. The classic styling and steel bracelet make it easy to wear daily.
Does it have a sapphire crystal?
No. It uses mineral glass, which resists knocks but scratches more easily than sapphire. Expect to polish or replace it after years of hard wear.
Can I swim with it?
It is rated to 100 m, so swimming and showering are fine. The crown is not screw-down, so avoid diving and pressing the crown underwater.
How does it compare with the Seiko Presage?
The Presage offers similar automatic movements and often sapphire or Hardlex glass. The Bulova is more formal and heavier, while the Seiko line has more dial variety.
What is in the box?
The watch on its stainless steel bracelet, a Bulova presentation box and paperwork. No extra strap is included.
Does the date need setting often?
Only after the watch stops. The automatic movement keeps running while worn; if it sits unused for a couple of days, reset the time and date.
Where is the Bulova Classic Sutton (96A187) cheapest?
At CreationWatches, for $299.00, 39% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Bulova Classic Sutton (96A187)?
8 stores we checked sell it, including CreationWatches, Jomashop, Watchmaxx, Shop Simon, Reeds.

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Date, LuminousSource
Gender
MaleSource
Case Color
SilverSource
Type of Index
Roman, Index (without numbers)Source
Movement Type
AutomaticSource
Weight (oz)
6.3Source
Display Type
AnalogSource
Dial Color
SilverSource
Time Format
12 HoursSource
Case Material
Stainless SteelSource
Water Protection
10 ATM (100m)Source