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Bulova Octava Gold Tone Crystal Automatic Men's Watch

Bulova Octava Gold Tone Crystal Automatic Men's Watch

4.8(144 ratings)

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$467.50at JomashopChecked 9 h ago

30% under what the other stores charge

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Price facts

  • Lowest price today: $467.50 at Jomashop (checked Nov 11, 2026).
  • Checked at 18 stores.

Our take on the Bulova Octava Gold Tone Crystal Automatic Men's Watch

The Bulova Octava 98A292 is a gold-tone automatic watch built around a skeleton dial, with 251 crystals set into the bezel, bracelet and dial. Its 8N26 automatic movement is visible through the open dial and the see-through caseback, so it is a showpiece first and a tool watch second. At 41.7 mm it wears large and bright, and the crystal-covered bracelet makes it a dress or statement piece rather than an everyday beater. Buyers describe it as more striking in person and call it a glamorous unisex staple that moves easily from casual to dressy.

Best forDress and evening wearBuyers who want a skeleton dial with sparkleGift for someone who likes bold gold-tone watchesWearers who want an automatic without a plain look
Pros
  • Skeleton dial shows the automatic movement from the front and through the caseback
  • 251 crystals across bezel, bracelet and dial give strong visual impact
  • Gold-tone stainless steel case and bracelet, not plated base metal
  • Deployment clasp with double pushers is secure and easy to put on
  • 41.7 mm case suits most men's wrists and reads as unisex
  • 30 m water resistance covers splashes and hand washing
Cons
  • 30 m rating means no swimming or showering
  • Mineral crystal scratches more easily than sapphire
  • Crystal-set bracelet and dial make legibility poor in low light
  • No lume, so the hands are hard to read at night
  • Skeleton dial and heavy sparkle are not for conservative tastes

Bulova Octava Gold Tone Crystal Automatic Men's Watch prices at every store

  • JomashopNew

    In stock

    $467.50Free shippingChecked 9 h ago
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  • Bijoux EcloreNew

    In stock

    $516.59Checked 9 h ago
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  • Ann-Louise JewellersNew

    In stockShips from Canada · duties may apply

    $578.00Checked 9 h ago
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  • Paramount-jewelers-LLCNew

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    $610.00Checked 9 h ago
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  • ZalesNew

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    $626.50Free shippingChecked 9 h ago
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  • Little SwitzerlandNew

    In stock

    $626.50Checked 9 h ago
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  • WalmartNew

    In stockSold by Inventory Adjusters

    $634.67Checked 9 h ago
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  • Kay JewelersNew

    In stock

    $671.25Free shippingChecked 9 h ago
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  • Macy'sNew

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    $671.25Checked 9 h ago
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  • BulovaNew

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    $671.25Checked 9 h ago
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  • Kay JewelersNew

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    $671.25Checked 9 h ago
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  • Kay OutletNew

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    $671.25Checked 9 h ago
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  • Reeds JewelersNew

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    $716.00Checked 9 h ago
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  • Michaels JewelersNew

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    $716.00Checked 9 h ago
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  • BulovaNew

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    $895.00Free shippingChecked 9 h ago
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  • Zales OutletNew

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    $895.00Checked 9 h ago
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  • ZalesNew

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  • JaredNew

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Bulova Octava Gold Tone Crystal Automatic Men's Watch price history

Lowest price we've seen: $467.50 on Nov 11 at Jomashop. Tracked across 18 stores since Nov 11.

What reviewers say

  • 4.8 / 5144 ratings

Rated 4.8 out of 5 across 144 ratings, buyers consistently say the Octava looks better in person than in photos. They treat it as a glamorous, unisex statement piece that dresses up or down with little effort.

What people mention
  • Looks in personPraisedOwners say it looks even better on the wrist than in product photos.
  • VersatilityPraisedBuyers say it shifts from casual to dressy with minimal effort.
  • Unisex appealPraisedReviewers describe it as a glamorous staple that works for men and women.
  • LegibilityCriticisedThe skeleton dial and crystal setting make the hands hard to read.
  • FlashinessMixedSome love the sparkle; others find the gold tone and crystals too loud.

From Ann-Louise Jewellers

  • 8N26 automatic movement
  • Gold-tone stainless steel case and bracelet
  • Deployment buckle with double pushers
  • 251 crystals on bezel, bracelet and gold-tone skeleton dial
  • Water resistant to 30 meters
  • New to the Men's Crystal Collection
Materials
Gold-tone stainless steel case and bracelet
Fit
Case size 41.70 mm
Sizing
Reviewed as a glamorous unisex staple
Returns
Refund or exchange within 14 days of receiving your product with original receipt; items must be in original unworn condition; free return shipping within Canad
Shipping
Free shipping within Canada; allow approximately 5 to 10 business days, remote regions an additional 3-5 days; free pick-up in store

About the Bulova Octava Gold Tone Crystal Automatic Men's Watch

The Bulova Octava is an automatic men's watch with a gold-tone stainless steel case and matching bracelet. The case, bezel and bracelet are set with crystals, and the gold skeleton dial has gold-tone hands. The case is 41.7 mm.

It is powered by an 8N26 automatic movement, which can be seen through the transparent caseback. The crystal is scratch-resistant mineral glass, and the bezel is fixed. The watch is water resistant to 30 meters (100 feet). It has a pull/push crown and a deployment clasp with a push-button release.

Model
Bulova 98A292 Octava
Movement
8N26 automatic
Case size
41.7 mm
Case and band
Gold-tone stainless steel set with crystals
Dial
Gold-tone skeleton dial with gold-tone hands
Crystals
251 on the bezel, bracelet and skeleton dial
Watch glass
Scratch-resistant mineral crystal
Caseback
Transparent, see-through
Clasp
Deployment with push-button release
Water resistance
30 meters / 100 feet

What buyers say

Buyers like
  • Even better in person
  • Glamorous unisex staple
  • Takes any look from casual to dressy with minimal effort

Questions and answers

Is the Bulova Octava a real automatic watch?
Yes. It uses the 8N26 automatic movement, wound by wrist motion, and you can see it through the skeleton dial and the transparent caseback.
Can I swim with the Bulova Octava?
No. It is rated to 30 meters, which covers splashes and hand washing but not swimming, showering or diving.
How big does the 41.7 mm case wear?
It is a mid-size case that suits most men's wrists and reads as unisex. The crystal-set bracelet adds visual bulk, so it wears a little larger than the number suggests.
Does it have sapphire crystal?
No. The crystal is scratch-resistant mineral, which is less hard than sapphire and can pick up fine scratches over years of wear.
Is the bracelet solid stainless steel?
The case and bracelet are gold-tone stainless steel set with crystals, closed with a deployment clasp and double pushers.
Does the dial glow in the dark?
No. There is no lume on the hands or markers, so reading it at night depends on ambient light.
Where is the Bulova Octava Gold Tone Crystal Automatic Men's Watch cheapest?
At Jomashop, for $467.50, 30% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Bulova Octava Gold Tone Crystal Automatic Men's Watch?
Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 144 ratings. Buyers like: Even better in person; Glamorous unisex staple; Takes any look from casual to dressy with minimal effort.
Where can I buy the Bulova Octava Gold Tone Crystal Automatic Men's Watch?
15 stores we checked sell it, including Jomashop, Zales, Kay Jewelers, Jared, Bulova.

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