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Bulova "Icon" Precisionist 40mm Men's Watch • Black Ion-Plated Steel & Gold-Tone Accents • Proprietary 262kHz High-Frequency Continuous Sweep Movement • Ref. 98B408
High-Frequency Chronometric Innovation Meets Bold Modern Stealth Aesthetics
Tracing Bulova's engineering lineage back to the groundbreaking Accutron tuning fork era, the Bulova Icon Precisionist 40mm Men's Calendar Watch (Ref. 98B408) represents the brand's pinnacle quartz chronometric achievement. Moving away from oversized 44mm+ sports cases, this model delivers Bulova's proprietary ultra-high-frequency technology in a modern, versatile 40mm contemporary profile designed for everyday executive and evening wear.
The timepiece is constructed from solid 316L stainless steel finished in durable black ion plating (PVD) with alternating brushed and high-polish facets. Beneath a curved scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, the multi-layered black textured dial features contrasting yellow gold-tone hands and applied baton hour markers treated with luminescent material, an outer minute track, and a framed date calendar aperture at 3 o'clock. At its core is Bulova's proprietary 8-jewel Precisionist quartz caliber vibrating at 262kHz-eight times faster than standard quartz-yielding an exceptionally smooth, continuous gliding sweep seconds hand and accuracy within seconds per month. The watch is completed by an integrated black ion-plated solid link steel bracelet with a push-button dual-deployment clasp.
Brand / Manufacturer: Bulova (Precisionist Icon Collection)
Model / Style Reference: 98B408
Gender / Size: Men's Contemporary Midsize Sports Watch (40mm Case Diameter / Approx. 11.8mm Thickness)
Case Material: Solid 316L Stainless Steel with Black Ion Plating (PVD)
Bezel: Fixed Sculpted Black Ion-Plated Stainless Steel Bezel
Crown: Ergonomic Fluted Black IP Steel Push/Pull Crown
Dial: Multi-Tiered Textured Black Dial with Yellow Gold-Tone Accents
Hour Markers: Hand-Applied Faceted Yellow Gold-Tone Baton Indexes with Luminescent Fills
Hands: Faceted Yellow Gold-Tone Hour, Minute, and Counterbalanced Continuous Sweep Seconds Hand
Crystal: Scratch-Resistant Curved Sapphire Crystal with Anti-Reflective Treatment
Movement: Proprietary Bulova Precisionist High-Performance Quartz (Caliber NN50 / 8 Jewels)
Frequency: 262 kHz Ultra-High Frequency (UHF / 8x Standard Quartz)
Seconds Hand Action: Signature Continuous Gliding Sweep Seconds Hand (Zero Stepping or Ticking Motion)
Calendar: Quickset Date Aperture Positioned at 3 O'Clock
Bracelet: Solid 316L Stainless Steel Link Bracelet in Matching Black Ion Plating
Clasp: Double-Push Button Folding Deployant Clasp with Safety Release
Caseback: Solid Screwed-Down Black IP Stainless Steel Caseback Stamped with Icon Insignia & Serial Number
Water Resistance: 100 Meters / 10 ATM / 330 Feet (Swimming & Snorkeling Capable)
* Proprietary 262kHz Precisionist Engine: Vibrates at 262,144 Hz (eight times higher than typical 32,768 Hz quartz), providing resistance to temperature fluctuations and pinpoint timing accuracy.
* Continuous Gliding Sweep Seconds Hand: Delivers a fluid, unbroken mechanical-style glide across the dial that surpasses standard mechanical beat rates without ticking.
* Balanced 40mm Case Architecture: Downscaled from traditional bulky 44mm-46mm Precisionist designs, offering clean proportions that slide comfortably beneath shirt cuffs.
* Stealth Black & Gold Contrast: Rich black ion plating paired with warm yellow gold-tone markers and hands ensures legibility while maintaining a bold aesthetic.
* Curved Sapphire Crystal: Offers scratch immunity and optical clarity, contouring with the case profile to deflect ambient glare.
* 100M Water Resistance: Robust water barrier suitable for active daily wear, swimming, and unpredictable weather conditions.
Bulova "Icon" Precisionist 40mm Men's Watch • Black Ion-Plated Steel & Gold-Tone Accents • Proprietary 262kHz High-Frequency Continuous Sweep Movement • Ref. 98B408
High-Frequency Chronometric Innovation Meets Bold Modern Stealth Aesthetics
Tracing Bulova's engineering lineage back to the groundbreaking Accutron tuning fork era, the Bulova Icon Precisionist 40mm Men's Calendar Watch (Ref. 98B408) represents the brand's pinnacle quartz chronometric achievement. Moving away from oversized 44mm+ sports cases, this model delivers Bulova's proprietary ultra-high-frequency technology in a modern, versatile 40mm contemporary profile designed for everyday executive and evening wear.
The timepiece is constructed from solid 316L stainless steel finished in durable black ion plating (PVD) with alternating brushed and high-polish facets. Beneath a curved scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, the multi-layered black textured dial features contrasting yellow gold-tone hands and applied baton hour markers treated with luminescent material, an outer minute track, and a framed date calendar aperture at 3 o'clock. At its core is Bulova's proprietary 8-jewel Precisionist quartz caliber vibrating at 262kHz-eight times faster than standard quartz-yielding an exceptionally smooth, continuous gliding sweep seconds hand and accuracy within seconds per month. The watch is completed by an integrated black ion-plated solid link steel bracelet with a push-button dual-deployment clasp.
Brand / Manufacturer: Bulova (Precisionist Icon Collection)
Model / Style Reference: 98B408
Gender / Size: Men's Contemporary Midsize Sports Watch (40mm Case Diameter / Approx. 11.8mm Thickness)
Case Material: Solid 316L Stainless Steel with Black Ion Plating (PVD)
Bezel: Fixed Sculpted Black Ion-Plated Stainless Steel Bezel
Crown: Ergonomic Fluted Black IP Steel Push/Pull Crown
Dial: Multi-Tiered Textured Black Dial with Yellow Gold-Tone Accents
Hour Markers: Hand-Applied Faceted Yellow Gold-Tone Baton Indexes with Luminescent Fills
Hands: Faceted Yellow Gold-Tone Hour, Minute, and Counterbalanced Continuous Sweep Seconds Hand
Crystal: Scratch-Resistant Curved Sapphire Crystal with Anti-Reflective Treatment
Movement: Proprietary Bulova Precisionist High-Performance Quartz (Caliber NN50 / 8 Jewels)
Frequency: 262 kHz Ultra-High Frequency (UHF / 8x Standard Quartz)
Seconds Hand Action: Signature Continuous Gliding Sweep Seconds Hand (Zero Stepping or Ticking Motion)
Calendar: Quickset Date Aperture Positioned at 3 O'Clock
Bracelet: Solid 316L Stainless Steel Link Bracelet in Matching Black Ion Plating
Clasp: Double-Push Button Folding Deployant Clasp with Safety Release
Caseback: Solid Screwed-Down Black IP Stainless Steel Caseback Stamped with Icon Insignia & Serial Number
Water Resistance: 100 Meters / 10 ATM / 330 Feet (Swimming & Snorkeling Capable)
* Proprietary 262kHz Precisionist Engine: Vibrates at 262,144 Hz (eight times higher than typical 32,768 Hz quartz), providing resistance to temperature fluctuations and pinpoint timing accuracy.
* Continuous Gliding Sweep Seconds Hand: Delivers a fluid, unbroken mechanical-style glide across the dial that surpasses standard mechanical beat rates without ticking.
* Balanced 40mm Case Architecture: Downscaled from traditional bulky 44mm-46mm Precisionist designs, offering clean proportions that slide comfortably beneath shirt cuffs.
* Stealth Black & Gold Contrast: Rich black ion plating paired with warm yellow gold-tone markers and hands ensures legibility while maintaining a bold aesthetic.
* Curved Sapphire Crystal: Offers scratch immunity and optical clarity, contouring with the case profile to deflect ambient glare.
* 100M Water Resistance: Robust water barrier suitable for active daily wear, swimming, and unpredictable weather conditions.