Michael Kors Men's Bayville Automatic Watch with Stainless Steel Strap, Silver, 22 (Model: MK9045)

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The Michael Kors Bayville Automatic is a men's wristwatch built around an exposed skeleton movement and a silver-tone stainless steel bracelet. Positioned as a sport-casual automatic piece, it pairs a round case with an openworked dial that puts the running mechanics on full display, giving the wearer a direct view of the balance wheel and gear train in motion rather than a conventional solid face. The result is a watch that reads as mechanical first and ornamental second, suited to buyers who want an automatic movement with visible architecture in a recognisable fashion-forward case.

 

Michael Kors has built the Bayville line around stainless steel construction and a two-tone topring detail that lifts the bezel above the case surface. The silver-tone finish runs from the case through the bracelet, keeping the palette neutral enough for office wear while the skeletonised dial adds visual density that stands out in casual settings. A 22mm lug width and a fold-over clasp with safety release keep the fit secure through daily wear, and 50-metre water resistance covers hand washing and rain exposure without requiring the watch to be removed.

 

Key Advantages of the Michael Kors Men's Bayville Automatic Watch with Stainless Steel Strap, Silver, 22 (Model: MK9045)

 

1. Exposed Skeleton Automatic Movement

The centrepiece of the Bayville is its skeletonised dial, which removes the solid face to expose the automatic movement underneath. Rather than reading time against a printed background, the wearer looks directly at the oscillating rotor, balance wheel, and gear train as they operate. This is a mechanical display rather than a decorative dial texture, and it changes how the watch reads on the wrist.

 

• Automatic winding: Powered by wrist movement, with no battery to replace.
• Openworked architecture: Visible gear train and balance wheel across the dial.
• Mechanical character: Appeals to buyers who prefer moving parts over quartz precision.

 

2. Silver-Tone Stainless Steel Build

The case and bracelet are both executed in silver-tone stainless steel, giving the watch a consistent finish from lug to clasp. Stainless steel resists corrosion and everyday scratching better than plated base metals, and the silver tone keeps the piece neutral enough to pair with both business and casual attire. The two-tone topring adds a contrasting band around the crystal, separating the bezel visually from the case body.

 

• Case material: Stainless steel with a silver-tone finish.
• Topring detail: Two-tone accent ring framing the crystal.
• Bracelet: Matching stainless steel with a fold-over clasp and safety release.

 

3. 44mm Case with 22mm Lug Width

At approximately 44mm across and 12.9mm thick, the Bayville sits in the larger end of the men's watch range, giving the skeleton dial enough surface area for the movement to be legible rather than cramped. The 22mm band width is a common size, which makes aftermarket strap changes straightforward if the wearer wants to swap the steel bracelet for leather or rubber. The proportions favour a substantial wrist presence over a discreet profile.

 

• Case diameter: Approximately 44mm.
• Case thickness: Approximately 12.9mm.
• Band width: 22mm, compatible with standard replacement straps.

 

4. Daily Wear Practicality

A 50-metre water resistance rating means the watch handles hand washing, rain, and accidental splashes without issue, though it is not intended for swimming or diving. The fold-over clasp with a safety release keeps the bracelet locked during movement, and the analog display keeps time reading immediate. These are the practical attributes that let an automatic watch function as an everyday piece rather than a display-only item.

 

• Water resistance: 50 metres (165 feet), suitable for splashes and brief immersion.
• Clasp: Fold-over with safety release for a secure closure.
• Display: Analog, with a round case shape.

 

5. Neutral Silver Palette for Versatile Styling

Silver-tone finishes are the most adaptable option in a watch collection because they sit alongside steel jewellery, leather straps, and both warm and cool clothing tones without clashing. For this specific variant, the silver case and bracelet let the skeleton dial carry the visual interest, so the watch works as an accessory in professional settings without reading as loud, while still offering enough mechanical detail to hold attention in casual wear.

 

• Silver-tone case and bracelet: Pairs with a wide range of wardrobe colours.
• Skeleton dial as focal point: Visual interest comes from the movement, not applied colour.
• Sport-casual positioning: Fits both office and weekend wear.

 

The Michael Kors Bayville Automatic in silver-tone stainless steel is best suited for buyers who want a visible automatic movement in a larger-format case and prefer a neutral metal finish over two-tone or blacked-out alternatives. It works well for anyone building a first mechanical watch collection, or for wearers who already own quartz pieces and want something with moving parts on the dial. For daily office wear, weekend use, and occasions where a 44mm steel watch is appropriate, this variant offers the skeleton dial as its defining feature while keeping the rest of the design understated.

Specifications of Michael Kors Men's Bayville Automatic Watch with Stainless Steel Strap, Silver, 22 (Model: MK9045)

Brand Name	Michael Kors
Model number	MK9045
Part Number	MK9045
Item Shape	Round
Dial window material type	Mineral
Clasp	Double Locking Foldover Clasp
Case material	Stainless Steel
Case diameter	45 millimeters
Case Thickness	12 millimeters
Band Material	Stainless Steel
Band width	22 millimeters
Band Color	Silver
Dial color	Black
Bezel material	Stainless Steel
Bezel function	Stationary
Calendar	No Calendar
Special features	Chronograph
Item weight	3.53 Ounces
Movement	Automatic
Water resistant depth	50 Meters
Display Type	Analog

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Specifications
[Brand Name ]	Michael Kors
[Model number ]	MK9045
[Part Number ]	MK9045
[Item Shape ]	Round
[ Dial window material type ]	Mineral
[Clasp ]	Double Locking Foldover Clasp
[Case material ]	Stainless Steel
[Case diameter ]	45 millimeters
[Case Thickness ]	12 millimeters
[Band Material ]	Stainless Steel
[Band width ]	22 millimeters
[Band Color ]	Silver
[Dial color ]	Black
[Bezel material ]	Stainless Steel
[ Bezel function ]	Stationary
[ Calendar ]	No Calendar
[Special features ]	Chronograph
[Item weight ]	3.53 Ounces
[ Movement ]	Automatic
[ Water resistant depth ]	50 Meters
[Display Type ]	Analog

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