- 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.