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Bulova MIL-SHIPS Bronze

98A324

The Bulova MIL-SHIPS Bronze is a current-production watch with a cusn8 marine bronze case. It is priced close to the $1,361.50 median across the guide.

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Price
$1,250
Material
Bronze
Grade / type
CuSn8 marine bronze
Water resistance
200 m
Reference
98A324
Type
Other
Case diameter
41.0 mm
Thickness
16.8 mm
Lug-to-lug
50.7 mm
Origin
United States
Movement
Automatic
Caliber
Miyota 83S0
Power reserve
60h
Complications
Time only
Construction
Assembled
Finish technology
Natural finish
Caseback
Steel
Nickel-free
No (steel contact)
Bracelet / strap
Hybrid rubber and Cordura strap with bronze hardware
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
No
Dial
Army green (also naval blue)
Dial colours
Blue Green
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Availability
Offered
Status
Current (special edition)
Not published
Weight, Colour, Hardness, Surface treatment, Matching bracelet
High confidence Verified Aug 2026 Source: Retailer / Retailer Spec checksAlloy Jul 2026Price Jul 2026
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Bulova MIL-SHIPS Bronze nickel-free?

No. At least one part that touches the skin is nickel-bearing steel (commonly the caseback or clasp), so the guide does not mark it nickel-free.

What is the case material of the Bulova MIL-SHIPS Bronze?

The Bulova MIL-SHIPS Bronze has a cusn8 marine bronze case, though its caseback is steel. This is confirmed against the maker spec.

What size is the Bulova MIL-SHIPS Bronze?

It is 41.0 mm in diameter, 16.8 mm thick, 50.7 mm lug to lug, and water resistant to 200 m.

How much does the Bulova MIL-SHIPS Bronze cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $1,250.

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