Bulova
Surveyor
Made in Japan (Movement)
Ref. 96B427
Edition Manufacture
Surveyor
Bulova
Surveyor Automatic
“Bulova's modern dress proposition — a blue sunburst dial, steel bracelet, and automatic movement from the brand that put a clock on the moon. Mid-century elegance at a democratized price.”
From
$315
Approx. retail, verified May 2026 — check retailer for current price
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Ref. 96B427
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The Editorial
Bulova's modern dress proposition — a blue sunburst dial, steel bracelet, and automatic movement from the brand that put a clock on the moon. Mid-century elegance at a democratized price.
Why This Watch
A piece worth
acquiring.
Ideal for
The office professional. The budget dress watch buyer who wants something less sporty than the Tsuyosa. The Bulova heritage fan.
Bulova's Surveyor brings a blue sunburst dial and steel bracelet to the automatic dress-watch category at $315. It's less talked-about than the Seiko and Citizen options at this price, which is exactly why it's interesting — you won't see another one in the office. From the brand that timed Apollo 15.
Collector's Note
Bulova is underrated in the enthusiast community. Their Precisionist technology (262kHz quartz) and Lunar Pilot heritage give the brand genuine collector credibility.
Frequently Asked
Questions About the Surveyor Automatic
The Bulova Surveyor Automatic at $315 offers Bulova's modern dress proposition — a blue sunburst dial, steel bracelet, and automatic movement from the brand that put a clock on the moon. Mid-century elegance at a democratized price. It features Automatic Miyota 8215 and is built to the standards expected of Bulova's manufacturing heritage.
The Bulova Surveyor Automatic uses the Automatic Miyota 8215 with 42 Hours of power reserve. The case measures 40mm with 30m (3 ATM) water resistance.
The Bulova Surveyor Automatic (reference 96B427) retails at approximately $315 USD. Check current pricing through authorized dealers and the secondary market for the best available value.
Yes. The Bulova Surveyor Automatic is a well-regarded dress watch at the $315 price point. Bulova's modern dress proposition — a blue sunburst dial, steel bracelet, and automatic movement from the brand that put a clock on the moon. Mid-century elegance at a democratized price. It competes favorably with other watches in its category and price range.
The Bulova Surveyor Automatic has 30m (3 ATM). It is suitable for everyday wear including hand washing and rain exposure.
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The Maison
Bulova
“High Performance, High Precision”
Founded
1875
Origin
New York, NY
House Style
High-frequency precision quartz, American horological heritage.
Worn by Apollo 15 commander Dave Scott on the lunar surface.
Bulova invented the first electronic Accutron watch in 1960 (worn aboard every NASA Gemini mission as the spacecraft timekeeping system), and a personally-owned Bulova chronograph was worn on the Apollo 15 lunar surface. The Lunar Pilot is a direct reissue of that watch, paired with Bulova's modern 262 kHz high-frequency quartz.
Technical Prowess
Bulova Surveyor Automatic Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Reference | 96B427 |
| Origin | Made in Japan (Movement) |
| Case Size | 40mm |
| Case Material | Stainless Steel |
| Movement | Automatic Miyota 8215 |
| Caliber Class | Miyota Automatic |
| Frequency | 21,600 vph (3 Hz) |
| Jewel Count | 21 Jewels |
| Power Reserve | 42 Hours |
| Crystal | Mineral Crystal |
| Water Resistance | 30m (3 ATM) |
| Complications | Date |
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