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Back to the future !
In London, ran into a remarkable chap with a huge 80 piece Zenith collection amongst other pieces. Was fortunate enough to have him sell me a watch that I consider an icon. This one dates from 1975, and was produced for that year only to celebrate Bulova's 100 year anniversary. I am not too familiar with the history of this watch, but understand that the 360 hertz tuning fork technology really bridged the gap between mechanical and quartz before becoming obsolete.
This watch incredibly, is NOS coming with price tags attached. I almost wish it was used, and after 38 years of being in a box, I find it hard to start wearing it ! It runs perfectly, and the previous owner was kind enough to put in a new battery. No idea what the community here think of this watch. I am not even too sure I will keep it, as it is not really my style. I do however find the design absolutely fascinating. What do you think? Is this watch iconic?
I present to you the Bulova Accutron Spaceview 100th Anniversary edition from 1975 as I excitedly prepare to eat some delicious Lebanese food in South Kensington.
Dean
Back to the future !
In London, ran into a remarkable chap with a huge 80 piece Zenith collection amongst other pieces. Was fortunate enough to have him sell me a watch that I consider an icon. This one dates from 1975, and was produced for that year only to celebrate Bulova'...
For sure ...
My daughter collects Bulovas, a small collection but she loves those humming watches. Your friend has a full set, that's very rare. I'm seeing that you are very busy on your trip to the Old World. Enjoy and keep posting. Cheers, Nilo
Would love to see
Would love to see your daughter's little collection. Enjoying my hometown this month. Forgotten how beautiful it is here. Bought 2 watches this week including this Bulova. The latest will appear on your week's wristscan as soon as I get a chance to photog...
Wow!!
Congrats!! A very nice gold Accutron, and with box! It can't be just $200? :-) It's a keeper, great condition. Kong
Thanks Kong
I guess there are not many NOS around, especially with the bracelet. Not sure if it will be a keeper for me. But that said, I have never sold a watch. And yes $200 would have been a steal, unfortunately this one was considerably more ! Thanks for looking,...
Thanks Richard
It is retro-cool, and harks back to an era when Cadillac made some uber cool and futuristic cars in bold colours (as opposed to the black IBM type monsters they produce now). Kind of reminds me of the Jetsons and Brady Bunch. $875 would have been a bargai...
a very nice find. one of the most accurate watches made
I had one in my large collection of tuning forks, but let it go along with so many other pieces. I now only have 1 Accutron. a 1964 Spaceview with an uncommon case shape for the year. its currently in for a service after it stopped humming and went a bit ...