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96A242
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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 |
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