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Bulova Accutron Quartz

Sale price$350.00

This Makes Quartz Cool

DESCRIPTION

This watch truly incapsulates Bulova’s contribution to the quartz revolution of the 1970s, a period that reshaped the watch industry. With their blend of innovative technology and timeless design, Bulova's quartz watches remain a symbol of the brand’s legacy in precision and accessible luxury.

This particular watch, with its gold-tone case, distinctive dial design, and practical day/date function, is a perfect example of how Bulova merged form and function during this transformative era. Whether for a collector or an everyday wearer, Bulova quartz watches like this one continue to hold their value, both in terms of performance and their significance in the history of watchmaking.

BRAND HISTORY

The Bulova Watch Company was established in 1875 by Joseph Bulova in New York City. The company initially manufactured fine jewelry, but in 1911, it began producing Pocket Watches Like the "American Maid" and ladies wristwatches with the "Rubaiyat" which were popular at the time.


In 1920, Bulova introduced the first complete range of men's wristwatches in the United States. This was a prominent milestone as wristwatches were gaining popularity and replacing pocket watches.


In the years that followed, Bulova became a well-known brand and a leader in watchmaking, introducing many innovative technologies to the industry.

From Bulova's TV Commercial in 1926, The first television commercial in history.

For example, in 1927, Bulova introduced the first clock radio. In 1941, the company began producing watches for the US military and WWII alongside other American Brands like Hamilton and Waltham.


Throughout its history, Bulova continued to innovate and expand. In 1960, the company Introduced Accutron, the first electronic watch, which provided greater accuracy than mechanical watches. They continued their partnership with the U.S Government through the National Aeronautics and Space Administration AKA NASA and the U.S. Air Force.

Vintage Bulova Watch Ad showcasing the Accutron Technology

Bulova was vital to NASA with the use of Accutron timekeeping devices in over 40 space missions. One of the most prominent being Project Vanguard which were the first  U.S. manmade satellites to successfully orbit around the earth.


In 2008, the Bulova Watch Company was acquired by Japanese multinational conglomerate, Citizen Watch Co., Ltd. Today, Bulova continues to produce high-quality timepieces, including both mechanical and quartz watches, as well as clocks and accessories.

INFO
  • Model: Accutron Quartz
  • Reference: Unknown
  • Year: 1977
  • Dial Color: Gray
  • Style: Dress
  • Bracelet: Aftermarket Brown Leather Strap w/ Signed Bulova Buckle
  • Sizing: Fits up to 7.5" Wrist
  • Box: Yes
  • Papers: No
  • Other Accessories: None
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

 

DIMENSIONS
  • Case Size: 36.0mm x 30.0mm
  • Lug Width: 18.0mm
  • Lug to Lug: 40.1mm
  • Thickness: 10.4mm
MATERIALS
  • Case Material: Base Metal
  • Bezel Material: Base Metal
  • Case Back Material: Stainless Steel
  • Bracelet Material: Leather
  • Crystal: Flat Acrylic Crystal
  • Luminescence: Tritium
MOVEMENT
  • Manufacturer: Bulova
  • Caliber: Bulova 2423.11
  • Country: Switzerland
  • Movement Type: Quartz w/ Date & Day Indicator
  • Jewels: 0
  • Battery Life: ~12 months
Bulova Accutron Quartz
Bulova Accutron Quartz Sale price$350.00

This Makes Quartz Cool

DESCRIPTION

This watch truly incapsulates Bulova’s contribution to the quartz revolution of the 1970s, a period that reshaped the watch industry. With their blend of innovative technology and timeless design, Bulova's quartz watches remain a symbol of the brand’s legacy in precision and accessible luxury.

This particular watch, with its gold-tone case, distinctive dial design, and practical day/date function, is a perfect example of how Bulova merged form and function during this transformative era. Whether for a collector or an everyday wearer, Bulova quartz watches like this one continue to hold their value, both in terms of performance and their significance in the history of watchmaking.

BRAND HISTORY

The Bulova Watch Company was established in 1875 by Joseph Bulova in New York City. The company initially manufactured fine jewelry, but in 1911, it began producing Pocket Watches Like the "American Maid" and ladies wristwatches with the "Rubaiyat" which were popular at the time.


In 1920, Bulova introduced the first complete range of men's wristwatches in the United States. This was a prominent milestone as wristwatches were gaining popularity and replacing pocket watches.


In the years that followed, Bulova became a well-known brand and a leader in watchmaking, introducing many innovative technologies to the industry.

From Bulova's TV Commercial in 1926, The first television commercial in history.

For example, in 1927, Bulova introduced the first clock radio. In 1941, the company began producing watches for the US military and WWII alongside other American Brands like Hamilton and Waltham.


Throughout its history, Bulova continued to innovate and expand. In 1960, the company Introduced Accutron, the first electronic watch, which provided greater accuracy than mechanical watches. They continued their partnership with the U.S Government through the National Aeronautics and Space Administration AKA NASA and the U.S. Air Force.

Vintage Bulova Watch Ad showcasing the Accutron Technology

Bulova was vital to NASA with the use of Accutron timekeeping devices in over 40 space missions. One of the most prominent being Project Vanguard which were the first  U.S. manmade satellites to successfully orbit around the earth.


In 2008, the Bulova Watch Company was acquired by Japanese multinational conglomerate, Citizen Watch Co., Ltd. Today, Bulova continues to produce high-quality timepieces, including both mechanical and quartz watches, as well as clocks and accessories.

INFO
  • Model: Accutron Quartz
  • Reference: Unknown
  • Year: 1977
  • Dial Color: Gray
  • Style: Dress
  • Bracelet: Aftermarket Brown Leather Strap w/ Signed Bulova Buckle
  • Sizing: Fits up to 7.5" Wrist
  • Box: Yes
  • Papers: No
  • Other Accessories: None
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

 

DIMENSIONS
  • Case Size: 36.0mm x 30.0mm
  • Lug Width: 18.0mm
  • Lug to Lug: 40.1mm
  • Thickness: 10.4mm
MATERIALS
  • Case Material: Base Metal
  • Bezel Material: Base Metal
  • Case Back Material: Stainless Steel
  • Bracelet Material: Leather
  • Crystal: Flat Acrylic Crystal
  • Luminescence: Tritium
MOVEMENT
  • Manufacturer: Bulova
  • Caliber: Bulova 2423.11
  • Country: Switzerland
  • Movement Type: Quartz w/ Date & Day Indicator
  • Jewels: 0
  • Battery Life: ~12 months