Were there other model names w 23 jewel in this timeframe which were not a bulova 23. The vintage bulova catalogs on this page have been generously donated by members of for the sole purpose of providing assistance to all. At the time i was wearing casio watches and was tired of replacing batteries, discovered the wonders of selfwinding mechanical watches. Pre owned since 1980 a classic timepiece, this wonderful vintage bulova 23 jewels wristwatch keeps time beautifully.
A real accutron from this time period in very good condition costs around 1,600 euros. Today, bulova continues to make watches, and vintage. Used vintage bulova 23 10k men watch for sale in vintage bulova 23 10k men watch posted by rainy deep in. Since 2008, bulova has belonged to the japanese citizen group. Used vintage bulova 23 10k filled men watch for sale in. Antique and vintage bulova wristwatches collectors weekly. Vintage sterling silver bulova dior 23 jewel ladies.
It belonged to my uncle and when he passed, my aunt gave me his watch collection, of this and a couple of vintage pocket watches. Technology enthusiasts, as well as watch lovers, flock to these watches. I have a vintage bulova 23 watch and i want to remove the cover. I have a few of these scattered through the late 1950s and 1960s listings. Additionally, the case serial numbers on those early watches tend to begin with 1 or 2. Featuring a sunburst dial, the front reads bulova, 23 jewel, self winding, and six adjustments.
Bulova having a fine 23 jewel automatic movement which was just cleaned and accurate. It could be a bulova 23 unknown variant but it could be something esle. Bulova watch company introduces the goddess of time. Starting from 51 only been used a few times could count on one hand so in really good condition. These watches are known for their 23 jewel movements, thus the name bulova 23. For example, movements made prior to 1924 do not bear the standard movement date code found on watches dated 1924 through 1949. I offer this vintage selfwinding bulova dress watch for men from their prestigious 23 jewels family with a 10bpac movement.
Bulova vintage bulova 10k gold plated bezel 23 jewels leather. By 1960 could this be a model for which we dont have an ad. Joseph bulova 1851 1936 founded the company in 1875 in new york, where the headquarters are still located. Pristine condition yellow gold filled bulova automatic circa 1950 with an exceptionally attractive original textured dial. Bulova bulova 23 bulova vintage and antique bulova. The history of bulova through 10 milestone bulova watches. After 1949, the date code is typically found on the back of the case. They also have exceptionally low and predictable friction, ensuring that the mechanisms work well and do not get damaged over time. Wear a bulova 23 jewel womens watch whenever youre on the move. Vintage bulova 23 jewels automatic selfwinding watch. The bulova 23 series of watches was an extensive line that premiered from the mid1950s through the mid1960s. This movement was recently serviced and is ready to wear or add to your collection.
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Choose a bulova 23 jewel analog watch for a traditional design and a timeless aesthetic. Bolder than other styles, these bulova watches are often designed with larger faces. The watch houses a tiny yet powerful 5ad manual wind caliber, running on 23 jewels and adjusted to six position which makes it practically an unofficial chronometer. If you see a symbol, do an internet search to find a table that will show year which year corresponds to which symbol. Make a statement when you wear one of these handsome bulova 23 jewel mens wristwatches. Our watches require minimal maintenance, but regular care will help extend the life of your bulova timepiece. The 23 jewel models are pretty easy to find, but the 30s are more difficult to get your hands on. Where can i find an instruction manual for my bulova timepiece. Over the years, bulova used a variety of codes that allow you to date the case simply by comparing the code to a reference. Vintage bulova mens automatic wristwatch 10bpac 23 jewels 10k rgp. The company began manufacturing fine watches in 1911, and bulova watches were issued to military officers during world war i. Be aware, however, that some symbols were used more. Bulova watch identification guide waterstone watches.
The bulova watch company was founded in 1875 to manufacture pocket watches. Bulova mens wristwatches with 23 jewels for sale ebay. Wts 1959 bulova usa 23 jewels selfwinding automatic. Thanks to their functional and stylish displays, you can match them with a range of outfits. Bulova has used a few different systems for dating their watches. It is a l5 1955 bulova 23 jewell self winding 10 k gold plated mans watch with a good spiedel twistoflex band. Bulova watch identification guide bulova watches can be identified with a reasonable degree of certainty, due to the existence of a body of work gathered by collectors over the years. Vintage gruen 21 precision mens 10k goldfilled watch, manualwind, circa 1952. The date of your bulova watch case is relatively easy to identify, at least from 1950 onwards.
Christian dior for bulova sterling le mechanical bracelet watch 1970s. Beginning in 1950, bulova used a simple code to date the. Between 1924 and 1945, a series of symbols was used to indicate the year in which the watch was produced. Bulova vintage automatic whale dial sea king day date gfsteel.
Fueled by the eras risktaking ethos, joseph bulova presented one innovation af. Look at this very interesting and attractive lugswow. Shop forand learn aboutantique and vintage bulova wristwatches. The bulova 23 series named for its 23jewel, selfwinding movement debuted in the 1950s and brought wide popularity to a bulova invention first used in a watch in 1953. By 1912 bulova had set up its first plant dedicated to the production of watch components and their assembly into jeweled movements in bienne, switzerland. When 23yearold bohemian immigrant joseph bulova opened a small jewelry store in new york city in 1875, he probably could not have guessed that one day, america would run on bulova time. Bulova diamond womens wristwatches with 23 jewels for. Vintage sterling silver bulova dior 23 jewel ladies watch, sterling silver west germanymedium.
Bulova 23 classic automatic daydate watch by big ben watches. The watch shows what might be considered normal wear by a careful owner who wore the watch regularly. Survey reveals that americans see more national advertising for bulova products than for any other products, in any other industry, in the world. Watches manufactured prior to 1926 are difficult to date with certainty. I didnt realize just how old it was untill i checked out the code, it was so nice, i thought it was much newer. We serve cookies our website uses cookies, which help us to improve our site and enables us to deliver the best possible service and customer experience, as well as to provide social media features. I bought this watch in an antique shop, so i dont know much about it. Bulova analog wristwatches with 23 jewels for sale ebay. These bulova watches are often smaller and slimmer for a delicate feel. Antique or vintage bulova watches are affordable timepieces for the beginning collector. Bulova accutron 14k yellow gold m7 34mm tuning fork leather. In 1875 joseph bulova, a 23yearold czech immigrant, opened a small jewelry shop on maiden lane in new york city. For a list of those codes, visit bulova date codes.
Discussion in wrist watches started by abecker, jul 15, 2009. This watch is it excellent working condition and will be inspected by our watchmaker before shipment. In 1960 the bulova 23j was just about as good a watch as you could buy. This watch has small notches around the front of the bezel. Hamilton white 10k gold, dimonds 22 jewels vintage. By continuing to use this site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. These watches also have incredibly low and predictable friction, ensuring that the mechanisms work well and do not get damaged. Sep 15, 2015 vintage mechanical wristwatches from the golden years of the bulova watch company pre1965. An accutron from the 1960s is considered to be one of the most unusual watches in the world.
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A history of firsts is an excellent treatment of bulova watch co. I myself find that vintage watches, if working get a collector vlaue of nearly what the watch originally sold for. Enlarge download lot details ladies vintage bulova 23jewel wristwatch. The back date code is l6 and the movement is a 10bpac 23j movement. Excellent 1950s vintage bulova 10k gold plated 23 jewel. It is a 10kt yellow gold plate case with stainless steet back. These watches are known for their 23jewel movements, thus the name bulova 23. Beautiful vintage 1955 bulova 23 jewell mens self wind.
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