Bulova - Automatic - No reserve price - 3-25415 - Men - 1970

Available now on auction by Second Vintage This Bulova Automatic from 1970 serves as a wonderful example of the brand's design language as it entered a new decade. While it proudly displays the applied tuning fork logo at the 12 o'clock position, this timepiece runs on a robust mechanical automatic movement rather than an electronic Accutron system. With its substantial 38 mm case and striking architectural block indices, it offers a wrist presence that feels surprisingly contemporary while retaining its distinct vintage character. Brand: Bulova Model: Automatic Serial Number: 3-25415 Movement: Automatic Caliber 11 ANACD Dial: Silver sunburst with applied block indices Case Size: 38 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1970 Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher results indicate performance between +10 and +18 seconds per day. Which indicates healthy movement. Dial and Hands The silver sunburst dial is preserved in lovely condition and features substantial applied faceted block indices that catch the light dynamically. The baton-style hands are detailed with black inserts for contrast and the dial is signed with the applied Bulova name and tuning fork emblem. A framed date window sits at the 3 o'clock position and the outer track features small tritium plots labeled T Swiss Made T. Case and Crystal The 38 mm stainless steel case features a classic round profile with substantial lugs and a smooth polished bezel. The original crown is signed with the Bulova name. The screw-down caseback is stamped with the N0 date code which confirms its production in 1970 and clearly displays the serial number along with the stainless steel designation. The crystal shows some surface marks consistent with the age of the watch. Movement Powering this timepiece is the Bulova caliber 11 ANACD automatic movement. This 23-jewel Swiss mechanism features a gold-tone rotor and is running within vintage tolerances. The timegrapher results show a rate of +10 to +18 seconds per day offering reliable vintage performance for a watch of this era. Strap The watch is fitted with the original stainless steel multi-link bracelet that complements the case design perfectly. It secures with a fold-over clasp that is stamped with the Bulova name and the tuning fork logo which completes the authentic vintage presentation. Condition This timepiece is in good vintage condition showing signs of wear commensurate with its age. There are visible surface scratches and scuffs present on the bezel and case flanks as well as tool marks on the caseback. The dial remains remarkably clean and attractive which balances the honest wear on the exterior components. Dimensions The case measures 38 mm in diameter excluding the winding crown. The lug design and bracelet integration make it suitable for a variety of wrist sizes. Remarks This specific model is notable for its clear 1970 date code (N0) and the interesting use of the tuning fork branding on a purely mechanical automatic watch. The oversized block markers give the dial a three-dimensional quality that is highly sought after by collectors of 1970s design. History Bulova was founded in New York City in 1875 by Joseph Bulova and grew to become one of the most significant American watch brands. By the mid-20th century, they were known for both their mechanical innovation and their marketing prowess. The 1970s marked a period of bold design experimentation for the brand as they produced robust mechanical watches alongside their famous electronic Accutron line. This specific piece represents the enduring quality of Swiss-made Bulova mechanical watches from that era. / Second Vintage SKU: BUL-BAX-0003