Description: STRICKLAND VINTAGE WATCHES Men's Stunning, MINT Solid 14k Yellow Gold Bulova Dress Watch w/Box, circa 1953 - SERVICED!In 1875, Joseph Bulova set off on the bold experiment of a wholesale jewelry business. It was not until the ‘20s, realizing the potential of the newly popularized “wristlet,” that he began to use his jewelry expertise to make wristwatches. His factories in Switzerland would go on to produce millions of movements for watches, then ship them to the states where each watch would be hand-assembled and tested. One can look at the early Bulova timepieces and see the clear influence of Joseph Bulova the jeweler and craftsman. How could ANYONE doubt the craftsmanship of Bulova after seeing such a stunning achievement? This watch is an extraordinarily rare and original solid 14k yellow gold example of one of Bulova's most stunning case designs. Embodying all things Mid-Century and marvelous, this timepiece boasts what appears to be an original shadow-black dial with applied Arabic numerals, bar markers and matching sub-seconds register. The case is, of course, an achievement. This model – with its oversized horseshoe lugs – is uncommon in gold fill; solid 14k is even more unusual. It's the only example we've seen and of course we had to have it. Measuring approx. 38mm mm long by 21mm wide, the case exudes a symmetry and wrist-stance that is simply mesmerizing. Of course Bulova would put nothing less than its ultra-high grade 21 ruby jewel movement with compensated balance and baton regulator in a case this exquisite. Marked "Bulova Watch Co. U.S.A." the beating heart of this classic wristwatch has been fully and professionally restored to keep excellent time. Almost as rare as the watch itself is its period case in burgundy leather with sunrise satin-and-velvet interior. Marked "Bulova/Fifth Avenue/New York," it is in fine original condition, complementing the timepiece nicely. Certainly a watch befitting our clients, this rare gold triumph will incite envy in all lucky enough to see it. Topping off the watch its equally rare N.O.S. period “tuxedo” strap, nicely accenting both watch and case. Our heartfelt admiration in advance to the buyer with fine enough taste to recognize the art in this piece! ABOUT US: For those of you who may not know us, we at STRICKLAND VINTAGE WATCHES travel extensively, purchasing watches for our clients. Featured as Forbes magazine's "Best of the Web" honoree consecutively since 2000 for timepieces, we're committed to bringing the best, the rarest, the cleanest examples of old wrist and pocket watches to clients around the world. SHIPPING: All buyers to pay actual shipping costs. If there is a handling fee listed, that is for insurance. We are happy to combine shipping on multiple items. For items shipped within the United States, we ship either via FedEx, USPS Priority Mail or USPS Parcel Post. INTERNATIONAL buyers will be handled through eBay’s International Shipping Program. eBay controls the cost of shipping, we do not. WE WILL NOT FALSIFY CUSTOMS FORMS. ALL CUSTOMS FEES ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE BUYER. Your purchase acknowledges that you understand these policies. FLORIDA RESIDENTS will be charged an additional 7.5% for sales tax. CONTACT US: You may reach us - STRICKLAND VINTAGE WATCHES - Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. (EST) TERMS OF SALE: We take great pride in our images and item descriptions and are careful to note as much about an item as we can. We do not sell items on approval; therefore, all items we sell on eBay are sold AS IS and all sales are final. If you have a question or would like to see the image of an item at another angle, we are happy to accommodate you. Please check our feedback; we try to be as accommodating as possible. WE WILL NOT GIVE PARTIAL REFUNDS! Strickland Vintage Watches is a member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors and have been honored as one of Forbes magazine's "Best of the Web" in timepieces, and have been on eBay since 1998.
Price: 1795 USD
Location: Tampa, Florida
End Time: 2025-01-18T03:51:12.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Bezel Color: Gold
Closure: Buckle
Number of Jewels: 21 Jewels
Indices: Arabic Numerals
Year Manufactured: 1953
Gender: Men's
Year of Manufacture: 1953
Band/Strap: Two-Piece Strap
Vintage: Yes
Case Color: Gold
Department: Men
Caseback: Solid
Lug Width: 16 mm
Watch Shape: Rectangle
Style: Luxury: Dress Styles, Dress/Formal
Age Group: Adult
Features: Serviced
Case Material: 14k Yellow Gold
Water Resistance: Not Water Resistant
Movement: Mechanical (Hand-winding)
With Papers: No
Brand: Bulova
Type: Wristwatch
Band Color: Black
Customized: No
Dial Color: Black
Band Width: 16 mm
With Original Box/Packaging: No
Case Finish: Polished
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Display: Analog