GUB Glashütte - Spezimatic - No reserve price - BISON - Men - 1974

Glashütte Spezichron “Bison” – 26 Rubis – Automatic

Offered here is a vintage Glashütte Spezichron “Bison” automatic watch featuring a 26-jewel (26 Rubis) movement and a distinctive 1970s oval case design. A great choice for collectors of German/GDR-era watchmaking, or for anyone wanting a stylish vintage daily wearer with real character.

Dial & Hands

Silver-tone dial with an elegant sunburst finish

Applied rectangular hour markers in silver tone for crisp, high-contrast legibility

Slim, polished hour and minute hands with a classic rectangular profile

Central sweeping seconds hand

Dial signed “Glashütte Spezichron” below 12 o’clock

“Bison 26 Rubis” at 6 o’clock, highlighting the high jewel count for smooth operation and reduced wear

Case:
Stainless steel, polished finish
Distinctive oval-shaped case (typical 1970s styling)

Approx. 36-38 mm diameter (excluding crown)

Domed acrylic crystal, true to the period and adding vintage charm

Crown at 3 o’clock with a knurled edge for easy setting

Case Back

Solid stainless steel screw-down case back

Clean, minimal look (as seen on certain Glashütte models from this era)

Movement:
Mechanical automatic (self-winding)
26 jewels to reduce friction and improve longevity
Time-only display with sweeping seconds

Strap

Fitted with a modern replacement leather strap with pin buckle

Approx. 20 mm width, approx. 20 cm length

Comfortable and visually well-matched to the vintage case

Condition

Dial is well preserved with only minimal age-related signs

Case retains its polished look with light wear consistent with vintage use

Historical note

This Spezichron “Bison” is a strong example of East German (GDR) Glashütte production—known for solid engineering, reliability, and distinctive mid-century / 1970s design language.

Photos are of the actual watch for sale and form part of the description.
Careful packaging and registered shipping from the EU.