Bulova Mil Ships: A Special Edition with History
Since 1875, Bulova has led watchmaking with a pioneering spirit based on technical excellence and the pursuit of perfection. Its mastery of automatic movements, which pay tribute to traditional craftsmanship and mechanical precision, is the ultimate expression of a legacy that has defined standards for generations.
In the Mil Ships special edition, the Bulova 98A325 showcases a naval-inspired architecture that recovers a 1957 prototype developed for the U.S. Navy. This automatic watch stands out for its robust bronze case and its two-tone moisture indicator, making it the ideal choice for the user seeking a diving tool with integrated history in a high-resistance construction.
It belongs to the Mil Ships collection, a Special Edition line commemorating Bulova's 150th anniversary with high-resistance design and military heritage.
A Collector's Piece with Diving Identity and Military Heritage
Every component maintains the essence of the Mil Ships collection, but this model stands out for its deep historical link. It features a sandblasted finish case that projects a naval tool aesthetic and strong masculinity, inspired by classic diving helmets.
The blue dial features a functional design that prioritizes legibility, integrating a matching bidirectional aluminum bezel and a two-tone moisture indicator. Positioned under a double-domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating, it creates a sharp contrast with the luminescent indices, highlighting its diving identity with exceptional clarity.
For history enthusiasts, the piece incorporates an engraved case back commemorating the brand's 150th anniversary with a classic diving helmet design, sealing a collector's piece that celebrates its military heritage.
Technical Information
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Movement
83S0 (automatic), 60H power reserve, 21,600 vph, 21 jewels -
Functions
Hours, minutes, seconds, and hacking function. -
Measurements
41 mm × 15.1 mm - 107g -
Resistance
20 ATM (200 meters) with screw-down case back -
Crystal
Double-domed sapphire with five anti-reflective layers
Size, Weight, and Materials
The 41 mm CuSn8 bronze case of the Bulova Mil Ships, an example of solidity and historical fidelity, guarantees water resistance up to 200 meters with its screw-down case back.
It comes with a blue Cordura and rubber hybrid strap with a buckle clasp. Its technical material design offers a balance between resistance and comfort, ensuring a firm and secure fit in any condition.
This model bets on the solidity of bronze combined with a Cordura and rubber strap, offering a sense of naval robustness and presence on the wrist (107g).
Usage and Comfort on the Wrist
This piece is not made to be reserved for special moments, but to integrate forcefully into your routine. The concept of this automatic watch starts from a military legacy and adapts it for daily use: a hybrid strap that sits with surprising flexibility, a buckle clasp that guarantees a firm fit, and a naval aesthetic that projects confidence in any environment. It is the pleasure of carrying sophisticated engineering with you that, far from being delicate, is built to be lived and enjoyed at all times.
The Historical Essence of the Mil Ships Collection
The Mil Ships collection stands out through an essential formula: historical fidelity, naval resistance, and powerful presence. It does not intend to be just another accessory, but the choice for those seeking a collector's piece that makes military legacy their hallmark identity.
