Bulova A11 Automatic 37mm Field Watch with Blue Dial #96A282

One of the most recognizable and reproduced military watches ever made, the A-11 military spec watch from World War II saw use by the U.S., Britain, and Canada, with tens of thousands produced for wartime use. Bulova was one of the three original contracted manufacturers and this reissue of the Bulova A-11 Hack watch revisits the eminent practicality of the original while updating it for modern tastes.

The A-11 Hack’s stainless steel case enlarges the original to a more contemporary 37mm, with a coin edge bezel and polished finishing. The watch measures 14.2mm thick and 45mm lug-to-lug and stands out on the wrist yet manages to sit securely and comfortably thanks to the perfectly paired brown nylon strap. The pull-out crown features a retro Bulova logo and affords 50 meters of water resistance, while the domed mineral crystal offers a vintage feel. The caseback is a replica of the original, with military spec text engraved on a polished surface.

The A-11’s dial adds color to the black-and-white design of the originals, with a matte blue base and a bright red seconds hand. The leaf-style hands and the Arabic numerals feature coatings of white Super-LumiNova for excellent legibility in all conditions, with a peripheral minute track for precise setting and reading.

The Bulova A-11 Hack watch is equipped with a Japanese automatic Miyota 82S0 movement. This reliable caliber provides 42 hours of power when fully wound, with a beat rate of 21,600 vph and 21 jewels. Further, it features hand winding and hacking. An absolute icon of military timekeeping, the men’s Bulova A-11 Hack watch defies its original use and makes for a perfect companion for every occasion.