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Citizen - Bullhead Chronograph Automatic - No reserve price - 67-9020 - Men - 1970-1979
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Citizen - Bullhead Chronograph Automatic - No reserve price - 67-9020 - Men - 1970-1979

Citizen Bullhead Chronograph Automatic – Gold Plated – 1970s – “Brad Pitt / Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” Icon Offered for auction is an iconic vintage Citizen Bullhead Chronograph Automatic, dating from the 1970s, featuring the unmistakable bullhead case construction, gold-tone finish, and integrated bracelet. This exact model and design gained renewed global recognition after being worn by Brad Pitt in the film Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, cementing its status as one of the most recognizable vintage chronographs of the era. WATCH DETAILS * Brand: Citizen * Model: Bullhead Chronograph Automatic * Movement: Citizen automatic chronograph, 23 jewels * Caliber: 8110A * Era: 1970s * Case construction: Bullhead (pushers at 12 o’clock) * Case finish: Gold-tone (gold plated) * Dial: Original gold dial with black sub-dials * Chronograph: Central chronograph seconds * Functions: Chronograph, day & date * Bezel: Internal tachymeter scale * Crystal: Mineral glass * Caseback: Stainless steel back, original protective sticker still present The so-called “Bullhead” design refers to the placement of the chronograph pushers and crown at the top of the case (12 o’clock), resembling the horns of a bull. This construction was typical of high-performance chronographs in the 1970s and is today one of the most sought-after vintage case designs. CINEMATIC ICON This Citizen Bullhead achieved cult status after being worn by Brad Pitt in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, where it perfectly complemented the 1960s–70s aesthetic of the film. Since then, this model has become a true collector’s icon, bridging vintage horology and pop culture. MOVEMENT Inside beats the legendary Citizen caliber 8110A, one of the brand’s most respected automatic chronograph movements. The movement is running at the time of listing. Chronograph functions engage as intended. No long-term accuracy test has been performed. CONDITION - Dial: Original, well preserved with attractive patina - Case: Honest vintage condition with visible wear consistent with age - Bracelet: Original bracelet - Caseback: Stainless steel back with original sticker still present, a rare surviving detail - Movement: Running at time of listing Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description. The Citizen Bullhead is widely regarded as: - one of the most iconic Japanese chronographs of the 1970s - a direct competitor to Swiss chronographs of the same era - a model with proven pop-culture provenance The combination of bullhead construction, gold finish, and cinematic exposure makes this a highly desirable collector’s piece. All items featured in our auctions, including this Citizen Bullhead Chronograph, are sourced directly from our private collection at OldMoneyWatches. We are dedicated collectors with a passion for authentic vintage timepieces. Bid with complete confidence — guaranteed authenticity, careful packaging, and prompt insured shipping.

No. 100206871

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Citizen - Bullhead Chronograph Automatic - No reserve price - 67-9020 - Men - 1970-1979

Citizen - Bullhead Chronograph Automatic - No reserve price - 67-9020 - Men - 1970-1979

Citizen Bullhead Chronograph Automatic – Gold Plated – 1970s – “Brad Pitt / Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” Icon

Offered for auction is an iconic vintage Citizen Bullhead Chronograph Automatic, dating from the 1970s, featuring the unmistakable bullhead case construction, gold-tone finish, and integrated bracelet.

This exact model and design gained renewed global recognition after being worn by Brad Pitt in the film Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, cementing its status as one of the most recognizable vintage chronographs of the era.

WATCH DETAILS

* Brand: Citizen
* Model: Bullhead Chronograph Automatic
* Movement: Citizen automatic chronograph, 23 jewels
* Caliber: 8110A
* Era: 1970s
* Case construction: Bullhead (pushers at 12 o’clock)
* Case finish: Gold-tone (gold plated)
* Dial: Original gold dial with black sub-dials
* Chronograph: Central chronograph seconds
* Functions: Chronograph, day & date
* Bezel: Internal tachymeter scale
* Crystal: Mineral glass
* Caseback: Stainless steel back, original protective sticker still present

The so-called “Bullhead” design refers to the placement of the chronograph pushers and crown at the top of the case (12 o’clock), resembling the horns of a bull. This construction was typical of high-performance chronographs in the 1970s and is today one of the most sought-after vintage case designs.

CINEMATIC ICON

This Citizen Bullhead achieved cult status after being worn by Brad Pitt in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, where it perfectly complemented the 1960s–70s aesthetic of the film. Since then, this model has become a true collector’s icon, bridging vintage horology and pop culture.

MOVEMENT

Inside beats the legendary Citizen caliber 8110A, one of the brand’s most respected automatic chronograph movements.
The movement is running at the time of listing. Chronograph functions engage as intended. No long-term accuracy test has been performed.

CONDITION

- Dial: Original, well preserved with attractive patina
- Case: Honest vintage condition with visible wear consistent with age
- Bracelet: Original bracelet
- Caseback: Stainless steel back with original sticker still present, a rare surviving detail
- Movement: Running at time of listing

Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.

The Citizen Bullhead is widely regarded as:

- one of the most iconic Japanese chronographs of the 1970s
- a direct competitor to Swiss chronographs of the same era
- a model with proven pop-culture provenance

The combination of bullhead construction, gold finish, and cinematic exposure makes this a highly desirable collector’s piece.

All items featured in our auctions, including this Citizen Bullhead Chronograph, are sourced directly from our private collection at OldMoneyWatches. We are dedicated collectors with a passion for authentic vintage timepieces.

Bid with complete confidence — guaranteed authenticity, careful packaging, and prompt insured shipping.


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