Bulova 98A179 Classic Automatic Skeleton Dial Bracelet Watch - W09130
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This automatic wristwatch features a 46mm gunmetal ionic plated steel case with a skeleton dial that reveals the movement beneath. The black dial displays silver tone hour markers and an inner dial ring, covered by sapphire crystal. The automatic calibre offers a 40-hour power reserve, eliminating the need for battery changes. Water resistant to 100 metres, making it suitable for everyday wear and incidental water exposure.
The matching steel bracelet comes in a matt finish with an adjustable length and double-press clasp. The watch arrives in Bulova's presentation box. The 14mm case thickness contributes to a substantial wrist presence, whilst the skeleton dial design provides visual interest for those who appreciate mechanical watchmaking details.
The Bulova 98A179 is listed on WatchShopper as a men's 46 mm gunmetal ion-plated stainless steel automatic watch with a black dial and 100 m water resistance. It has a 40-hour power reserve, is 14 mm thick, and comes on a gunmetal stainless steel bracelet. On 20 October 2026 the lowest UK price was £453.95 at House of Watches, in stock, with free delivery and 30-day returns. 4 UK retailers have it in stock, from £453.95 to £499.00. That is below its 27-day tracked average of £479.99. With the voucher code GET50, Beaverbrooks brings it to £449.00.
WatchShopper has tracked the Bulova 98A179 Classic Automatic Skeleton Dial Bracelet Watch - W09130 across 4 UK retailers for 27 days. In that time the lowest recorded price was £449.00 at F.Hinds on 23 September 2026, and the highest was £499.00 at Beaverbrooks. The average tracked price is £479.99. At £453.95, the current best price is below its tracked average.
| Lowest tracked price | £449.00 |
|---|---|
| Highest tracked price | £499.00 |
| Average tracked price | £479.99 |
| Current best price | £453.95 |
| Tracking since | 23 September 2026 |
At £453.95 this watch is on the cheaper side for a men's automatic watch with a 44–48 mm case: 26% of the 194 we track from every brand cost less. 74% of the 157 Bulova watches we track cost less than this one.
