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Model Name:
Bulova Frank Lloyd Wright - Robie House
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Reference:
96A287
Price ($)
$
300
Country:
USA
A.I. Rating
5.2
Crowd Rating:
799
Watch Description
Recognized as a cornerstone of American architecture, the Frederick C. Robie House, built in 1906 in Chicago, Illinois, is one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s most famous works where he boldly established the Prairie style that blended the boundaries between interior and exterior spaces. His distinctive art glass windows featured throughout in geometric diamond and chevron abstractions of American prairie flora are the inspiration behind the design of our exclusive timepiece. Made with a rectangular case to reflect the strong horizontal lines of the Robie House, it features a silver-tone stainless steel case with applied indexes and a four-layer constructed dial that is finished with a curved, metalized mineral crystal that showcases the blue, gray, and green colored dial, a 3-hand movement with a signature second hand, and a case back that includes the date the Robie House project was completed. This collector’s watch also features a gray textured leather strap with the window design embossed on the inner strap, a deployant buckle closure with Frank Lloyd Wright’s signature, and water resistance to 30 meters.
30.5
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Steel - 316L
Rectangle
Mineral
Quartz
2035
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Blue
A.I. Watch Review:
# Bulova Frank Lloyd Wright - Robie House Review by A.I. WatchMetrics
## Watch Summary
The Bulova Frank Lloyd Wright - Robie House is an architectural dress watch that captures the essence of Frank Lloyd Wright's iconic 1910 Robie House through its highly detailed black dial reproduction, featuring applied indices and a sub-seconds register at 6 o'clock powered by Bulova's Precisionist quartz movement with sweeping seconds hand and approximately 24-month battery life, targeting art aficionados, architects, and collectors who appreciate unique statement pieces blending horology and design history.
## Overall Watch Rating: 5.6/10.0
**Dials & Design Metric (9.2/10.0)** - The laser-etched dial masterfully recreates the Robie House's intricate facade with exceptional detail and artistry, surpassing many fashion watches in visual impact.
**Cohesiveness Metric (9.0/10.0)** - The watch's singular theme of architectural homage delivers perfect internal harmony, akin to a bespoke art object.
**Movement Metric (8.1/10.0)** - Bulova's Precisionist quartz offers smooth sweeping seconds and high accuracy that punches above typical quartz benchmarks like those in Citizen Eco-Drive models.
**Material Metric (7.2/10.0)** - Stainless steel case with mineral crystal provides solid everyday durability, comparable to mid-tier Hamiltons but without sapphire elevation.
**History & Innovation Metric (7.0/10.0)** - Bulova's pioneering electronic watch heritage combined with this unique architectural collaboration elevates it beyond standard mid-tier offerings.
**Versatility Metric (6.8/10.0)** - Suited for formal and casual office wear as a conversation starter, it lags behind true tool watches like Seikos in rugged utility.
**Brand Metric (5.0/10.0)** - Bulova delivers reliable mid-tier quality with American legacy, on par with Citizen or Hamilton in the accessible enthusiast space.
**Rarity Metric (3.4/10.0)** - At its price point, it offers moderate exclusivity from the limited collection run, similar to other Bulova special editions but not ultra-rare.
**Complications Metric (0.2/10.0)** - Lacking traditional complications, it falls short of even basic chronographs found in entry-level Tissots.
**Functions Metric (0.2/10.0)** - Basic time-only with sub-seconds provides minimal utility compared to multifunction quartz divers.
## Total Performance Score (TPS): 4.0
## WM Collector Grade: C
## Performance Insights: Excels in dials, design, movement, and thematic cohesiveness for standout aesthetics, but underwhelms in complications and functions; strong value versus implied price of $880.
## TPS Interpretation: Average Value: The watch provides artistic flair and smooth quartz performance exceeding price expectations in design-focused metrics.
## Watch Data
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**A.I. WatchMetrics Review v37.4 Grok 4 Fast. December 19, 2025.**
