Bulova Surveyor Automatic vs Omega Constellation Co-Axial 38mm (18k red gold)

Bulova's design language vs Omega's approach

The Bulova Surveyor Automatic features a Stainless Steel case at 39mm with Sapphire Crystal protection. The Omega Constellation Co-Axial 38mm (18k red gold) offers 18k red gold construction at 38mm with Sapphire Crystal, sapphire exhibition caseback. Both represent their brand's distinct design philosophy and heritage.

Automatic Miyota 8215 vs Automatic, Omega Co-Axial Calibre 8501

The Surveyor Automatic runs the Automatic Miyota 8215 (Miyota Automatic, 42 Hours power reserve) at 21,600 vph (3 Hz) frequency. The Constellation Co-Axial 38mm (18k red gold) uses the Automatic, Omega Co-Axial Calibre 8501 (Omega 8501, Co-Axial escapement, silicon balance spring, chronometer-certified, 60 hours reserve) at standard. The Constellation Co-Axial 38mm (18k red gold) offers a longer power reserve.

39mm vs 38mm — different wrist presence

At 39mm, the Surveyor Automatic has a bolder wrist presence compared to the Constellation Co-Axial 38mm (18k red gold) at 38mm. Water resistance differs: 30m (3 ATM) vs 100m (10 ATM).

Bulova sits in the lower tier

The Bulova Surveyor Automatic sits at $250–$500 and the Omega Constellation Co-Axial 38mm (18k red gold) at $25,000+. On the specs that outlast any price: the Surveyor Automatic uses Sapphire Crystal with 42 Hours, against Sapphire Crystal, sapphire exhibition caseback and 60 hours on the Constellation Co-Axial 38mm (18k red gold). Service intervals are typically 5-7 years for both.

30m (3 ATM) vs 100m (10 ATM)

The Surveyor Automatic is rated to 30m (3 ATM) while the Constellation Co-Axial 38mm (18k red gold) handles 100m (10 ATM). The Constellation Co-Axial 38mm (18k red gold) offers superior water resistance.