Bulova - Caliber 1133.10 - No reserve price - Men - 1978

Presented for auction by Second Vintage

This classic 1970s Bulova automatic offers a well-preserved vertically brushed silver dial and retains its original signed stainless steel bracelet. Featuring matching N8 date codes on both the caseback and movement, this timepiece provides a documented window into late 1970s production while delivering strong mechanical performance.

Brand: Bulova
Movement: Automatic, Caliber 1133.10
Dial: Vertically brushed silver with applied baton indices and framed day-date window
Case Size: 36 mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Stainless steel
Production Year: 1978
Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -3-6s/day, performing remarkably well.

Dial and Hands
The dial presents a highly legible silver surface finished with an attractive vertical brushing, remaining clean with no significant spotting or damage. Applied baton indices feature black inserts and intact luminous dots, complementing the applied Bulova logo and the neatly framed day-date window at the three o'clock position. The hands are baton style with matching black inserts and luminous material, showing only light surface aging visible under macro photography, visually consistent with the well-preserved dial condition.

Case and Crystal
The stainless steel case features brushed upper surfaces contrasting with polished flanks and an integrated smooth polished bezel. It displays honest wear with preserved geometry, showing moderate scratches and dings consistent with age and use, along with light scratches on the bezel. The caseback clearly displays the N8 date code. The crown features a knurled edge and is clearly signed with the Bulova tuning fork logo. A domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, bearing light surface scratches and scuffs while offering clear visibility of the display beneath.

Movement
Powering the watch is the Bulova caliber 1133.10 automatic winding movement. The caliber maintains a generally clean appearance, with minor surface marks and light oxidation visible on the rotor. Engravings read across the movement include "BULOVA", "1133.10", "N8", and "SEVENTEEN 17 JEWELS UNADJUSTED SWISS". The timegrapher records a rate of -3-6s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece.

Strap
The watch is fitted with its original signed stainless steel bracelet. The link construction features a brushed finish with polished sides, exhibiting moderate wear and scratches consistent with the case. The clasp is signed with the Bulova tuning fork logo. The bracelet will accommodate a maximum wrist size of 18 cm.

Condition
Good vintage condition. The watch presents honest wear across its exterior, with moderate scratches and dings on the stainless steel case and original bracelet. The dial is in excellent condition, remaining clean and highly legible, while the hands show only light surface aging under close inspection. The acrylic crystal displays light surface scuffs. Supported by the timegrapher data, the automatic movement is running with impressive accuracy for its era.

Dimensions
The case measures 36 mm in diameter, excluding the crown.

Remarks
This timepiece offers a highly attractive vertically brushed silver dial and the appeal of an original signed stainless steel bracelet and tuning fork crown. The matching N8 date codes on both the caseback and movement provide a pleasing layer of documented originality for the vintage collector.

History
Bulova has a long tradition of producing reliable, stylish, and practical timepieces for the everyday wearer. This classic automatic model represents standard production for the era, utilizing a straightforward stainless steel design and a convenient day-date complication. The 'N8' date code utilized by Bulova on both the caseback and the movement indicates a confirmed production year of 1978, anchoring the watch firmly in late 1970s mechanical watchmaking.

Payment and Shipping
Payment must be completed within 1–3 days after purchase.
Your watch will be professionally and securely packaged, then shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind.
We use fast express shipping, with typical delivery within 1–4 business days, depending on the destination.
Please note that vintage watches may show minor signs of wear, aging, or imperfections, which are considered normal for watches of this age.
We kindly ask you to review all photos carefully before bidding. We photograph each watch from multiple angles to provide the most accurate representation possible, and the photos form an important part of the description.
The timegrapher assessment if provided is seen as an indication of the movement’s condition under fully wound testing conditions. As with all vintage watches, results may vary in daily use.
If you have any concerns regarding functionality or defects after delivery, please contact us within 3 days of receiving the watch so we can assist you.
As with all used watches, water resistance is not guaranteed.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us after the auction ends.

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SKU: BUL-AXX-0003