Bulova American Clipper 96A242 – 39mm stainless steel automatic with vintage-inspired blue dial and black leather strap.
American watchmaking heritage meets mid-century design in this Clipper timepiece, where a double-domed mineral crystal and swept lugs recall 1950s aesthetic while housing contemporary mechanical precision. The bold blue dial delivers immediate vintage character, while the exhibition case back reveals the 21-jewel Miyota 821A automatic movement with modified hacking system for precise time-setting capability without electronic adjustment.
| Benefits |
| 21-jewel automatic movement with hacking and hand-winding eliminates battery replacement entirely |
| 42-hour power reserve maintains accuracy through weekend wear without winding |
| Exhibition case back showcases mechanical movement for enthusiasts who appreciate visible craftsmanship |
| Key features |
| Modified Miyota 821A caliber with upgraded hacking lever stops seconds hand for precise synchronization |
| Double-domed boxed mineral crystal creates vintage dimensional depth and light refraction |
| Swept lugs and stepped bezel deliver authentic 1950s American design language |
| Who it's for |
| Men seeking vintage-inspired mechanical watches with authentic mid-century American provenance |
| Watch enthusiasts who appreciate visible automatic movements and exhibition case backs |
| How to wear |
| Wind manually via crown or allow wrist motion to activate bidirectional rotor for self-winding |
| Pull crown to second position to engage hacking function and synchronize seconds precisely |
| Specs |
| Case diameter |
39mm |
| Case thickness |
12mm |
| Lug-to-lug |
46.8mm |
| Case material |
Stainless steel with brushed and polished finishes |
| Strap material |
Black leather with buckle closure |
| Strap width |
20mm |
| Crystal |
Double-domed mineral |
| Case back |
Exhibition with see-through sapphire window |
| Dial |
Blue with applied markers and luminous accents |
| Movement |
Miyota 821A 21-jewel automatic with hacking and hand-winding |
| Power reserve |
42 hours |
| Water resistance |
30 meters |
| Collection |
American Clipper |
| Model |
96A242 |
