Bulova A-11 JIMMY
Bulova has introduced the A-11 JIMMY, a modern interpretation of the A-11 Hack Watch that served as a defining American timepiece during World War II. This new model draws inspiration from the original's design and functionality, while also commemorating Jimmy Stewart's transition from Hollywood actor to combat pilot, a story featured in the forthcoming film "JIMMY."
- 37mm stainless steel case
- Automatic Miyota Caliber 9039 movement
- 42-hour power reserve
- Hacking seconds feature
The A-11 JIMMY features a matte-black dial with white Arabic numerals, hands, and a minute track, enhanced by BGW9 Super-LumiNova for low-light visibility.
A coin-edge bezel and a double-domed sapphire crystal contribute to the watch's period-accurate aesthetic.
The caseback is acid-etched with markings inspired by its military predecessor.
The Miyota Caliber 9039 movement supports hand-winding and hacking seconds, preserving the original A-11's ability to stop the seconds hand for synchronization.
The original Bulova A-11 specification created a robust watch with a black dial, legible white Arabic numerals, a clear minute track, and a central seconds hand, designed for quick reading by pilots.
The "Hack Watch" feature, where pulling out the crown stops the seconds hand, allowed for precise synchronization of watches for coordinated missions.
Original period Bulova A-11 watches were loaned to the production of the film "JIMMY" and worn on screen to ensure authenticity.