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Hi guys, just got this beauty from 1975, a little info on it from seller and other sources

Model: Rare 100 year Commemorative 1975 Anniversary 'Stainless Steel' variant which was manufactured in Switzerland to commemorate the founder Joseph Bulova in 1875.


History: This was given to the seller by his dad along with a number of other watches. It was stored in an attic since 1986 till it was given to his son. In his sons own words this is what he had to say

"I cannot justify owning such a piece without it being on my wrist, I have even toyed with the idea of keeping the watch in the Genuine glass case and using it as a clock!!!! But even that idea is mad. The watch will need to go to someone that is an enthusiast or collector, someone that will appreciate the heritage and rareness of such a piece."


Rarity: The Stainless Steel version is considered more rare to the gold plated version as 1/10th of the production run was made in Stainless Steel. The production run was only 1 year hence the omission of a date code on the rear of the case. The rear case displays 'WATER RESISTANT' underneath the winder and a Ser No: 3-??????. All markings are clear and crisp. This further indicates that the watch has had very little wrist time. You could argue that this watch could be described as NOS, although that term is widely used these days .
Unlike other Accutrons with the plastic glass this particular Model is fitted with a Crystal glass. The Accutron writing on the glass is still crisp and fresh.

Movement: The movement is the well renowned Tuning Fork movement. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x2ZFsqw9QHg. The movement is a genuine Swiss 2141 Movement. This is very important when looking for a genuine Anniversary as the movements can be swapped between the 214 movement.

Strap/Buckle: Description by Seller "The watch strap had become brittle with the storage as most unused leather would so the strap was replaced with an Accutron replacement which also incorporates an original Accutron deployment buckle. The strap and buckle are new and have not been used. The choice of buckle was to add a modern twist which offsets the watch nicely and maintains its elegant stance."

Box and papers: The watch comes complete with a Original Display Box, Battery removal tool, Outer Card Box and x3 Booklets enclosed within an Accutron Folder. It also has the serial written in the warranty booklet which matches that on the watch.

Servicing: Prior to the service the watch was not fitted with a battery, although dry stored a service was essential prior to any battery installation. A new Battery has been fitted.


And finally the pictures

If someone described this to me I'd almost certainly hate it, having seen the pictures. I LOVE it! Congrats on a great pick up.

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Nice old Accutron. Mine (1969) isn't a spaceview but its a pleasant watch to wear and it's still minus 6 seconds a day. I like the square case, I think it works well with the spaceview concept and probably looks more "modern" in terms of size for its time. Accutrons do have their idiosyncracies but they are among the most affordable vintage pieces out there, even in pristine condition. Congrats.

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Scott

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Thanks JimBob!

Thanks Scott, true the Accutrons are amazing tech with the unmistakable humming and still going strong decades later, surely very unique watches!:)