Citizen - Bullhead - Ohne mindestpreis - Herren - 1970-1979

Citizen Bullhead Automatic Chronograph – Vintage Panda Dial – Original Bracelet – Iconic 1970s Collector’s Watch

Offered for auction is a charismatic Citizen Bullhead Automatic Chronograph, a highly recognizable vintage chronograph with the unmistakable 1970s “bullhead” case design, where the crown and chronograph pushers are positioned at the top of the case.

This watch features a bold silver panda-style dial with black sub-dials, tachymeter scale, pink/red chronograph hands and a very sporty vintage presence. The cushion-shaped case, top-mounted pushers and original stainless steel bracelet give the watch a strong tool-watch character and make it instantly recognizable on the wrist.

A distinctive and collectible automatic chronograph from one of Japan’s most respected watchmakers.

Technical Details

Brand: Citizen
Model: Bullhead Automatic Chronograph
Case Material: Stainless steel / stainless steel back
Case Size: 38 x 42 mm
Crystal: Mineral glass
Dial: Silver dial with black sub-dials
Dial Details: Tachymeter scale, applied hour markers, pink/red chronograph hands
Movement: Citizen automatic movement
Jewels: 23 jewels, as shown on the dial
Functions:
Hours
Minutes
Central seconds
Day display
Date display
Chronograph
Bracelet: Original stainless steel Citizen bracelet
Wrist Size: Fits wrists up to approximately 20 cm
Water Resistance: Not tested
Box: Generic watch box

Condition Report

Overall grade B – signs according to age.

The watch shows visible signs of use, normal vintage wear, scratches and marks on the case, bezel area, case back and bracelet, consistent with age and regular use. The case has preserved its attractive bullhead profile, with the distinctive top pushers and crown layout.

The silver dial remains very attractive, with black chronograph registers, visible tachymeter scale and striking pink/red chronograph hands. The dial presents a strong vintage sports character and the overall look is very appealing.

The original stainless steel bracelet is present and fits a wrist of up to approximately 20 cm. The bracelet and clasp show age-related wear, visible in the photos.

The watch is fitted with a Citizen automatic chronograph movement and was working at the time of cataloguing. Water resistance has not been tested and cannot be guaranteed.

Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.

Story & Heritage

The Citizen Bullhead is one of the most iconic Japanese automatic chronographs of the 1970s, a period when Citizen was producing robust, technically interesting and visually bold sports watches for a rapidly changing market.

The “Bullhead” nickname comes from the unusual position of the crown and chronograph pushers at the top of the case, resembling the horns of a bull. This configuration was not only visually striking, but also practical, giving the chronograph a more instrument-like feel and improving wrist comfort during timing operations.

During the golden era of mechanical chronographs, Citizen developed watches that could compete with some of the most respected Swiss and Japanese manufacturers of the period. The automatic chronograph movement, day-date functionality, tachymeter scale and strong case architecture made the Bullhead a true tool watch for drivers, sports enthusiasts and collectors.

Today, these Citizen Bullhead chronographs are increasingly appreciated for their bold design, mechanical complexity and unmistakable 1970s identity. Examples with attractive panda-style dials, original bracelets and honest aging are especially desirable among vintage chronograph collectors.

This watch is more than a practical timepiece — it is a symbol of Citizen’s innovative spirit and of an era when automatic chronographs were designed with personality, purpose and technical ambition.

A wonderful opportunity to acquire a vintage Citizen Bullhead Automatic Chronograph with strong character, original bracelet and unmistakable collector appeal.

Internal Reference Number - Itm. 793