Just In: Bulova Accutron 1975 Swiss Anniversary Spaceview in Stainless Steel

[cruvon]

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 and some poses with the 2010 50th Anniversary Spaceview.

[wantonebad]

Very nice vintage piece!

[FeelingTheBlues]

Cruvon, that piece is simply outstanding! The condition is excellent!

Congratulations on that treasure my friend!

[2th Dr]

Man, what a find! I almost got a 1969 214 but the guy took forever to deliver so I cancelled the order. I love how the second hand truly sweeps.

[93 Turbo]

Great find, that watch and documentation are in pristine condition. Thanks for the write up.

[cruvon]

Thanks for the kind words Marc, Carl, Mark-O, 93 Turbo!

Mark-O, do remember that incident with your 214 purchase, am sure you'll find another hummer:)

[johnbeth]

Awesome!!!
Enjoy sir!

[Frogman4me]

Nice San! I like the spaceviews a lot, congrats my friend.

[cruvon]

Originally Posted by johnbeth

Awesome!!!
Enjoy sir!

Originally Posted by Frogman4me

Nice San! I like the spaceviews a lot, congrats my friend.

Thanks John, David! True David, Spaceviews are very unique one of a kind timepieces!!

[316lad]

That is one really great looking piece and to have all the goodies as well...fantastic.

[cruvon]

Originally Posted by 316lad

That is one really great looking piece and to have all the goodies as well...fantastic.

Thanks James!

[watch watcher]

I was thinking how odd and ugly the case looked at first glance, but now that I look closer, they designed it to mimic a tuning fork and it makes sense! (God...I hope I'm not the only one who sees a tuning fork in that case design. )

[cruvon]

Originally Posted by watch watcher

I was thinking how odd and ugly the case looked at first glance, but now that I look closer, they designed it to mimic a tuning fork and it makes sense! (God...I hope I'm not the only one who sees a tuning fork in that case design. )

True, you are absolutely right that the case was designed to mimic the design of a tuning fork though I realised that only after I read about it, you've got sharp observation:). The other good thing is it's the biggest vintage spaceview, tapers from 38mm to 42mm versus 33mm on the other vintage spaceviews and 42mm on my 2010 50th Anniv Spaceview.