A Bulova 23 jewel automatic gents calendar watch from 1973 in great original un-restored condition. The stainless steel case and factory original dial present very well and the movement is running strongly and keeping time with the date function operating correctly. The watch is quadruple signed on the dial, case, movement and crown. I have just fitted a new good quality brown lizard grain strap, not the one shown, as after taking the photos I was not happy with the appearance of the strap. I will send the old one as well to the purchaser.
I have been collecting vintage watches for over twenty five years and selling them as an enjoyable lifestyle occupation since 2003. I have consistently received excellent feedback and many repeat buyers. Customer satisfaction is very important to me so if you do have any problems please get in touch. I will always do my best to help. I often assist customers who ask for my help several years after they have purchased a watch from me; so once you have bought a watch, you will remain an important customer. You can email me at jackanpet123@gmail.com to ask any questions.Please scroll down to see more photographs and details.
Case: stainless steel with hooded lugs, in very good condition measuring approximately 38 mm from lug to lug and 34 mm across excluding the signed crown. The outside of the rear cover is marked " Bulova " and the inside shows the reference "N0" which signifies the year of manufacture (1970). The case the expected marks from use over forty seven years but no signs of abuse, dents or scratches of significance that I could find. All that I could see is some small opening tool marks on the screw back cover.
Dial: original factory satin silver finish in great condition. Silver coloured batons mark the hours and the dial is signed "Bulova Automatic 23 Jewels Swiss Made".
Movement: cal. 11BLACD 23 jewel automatic movement signed "Bulova Watch Co.", running well and keeping time.
Strap: generic black leather strap which fitted to the watch measures approximately 210 mm from buckle tip to last hole.
POSTAGE AND PAYMENT DETAILS 3/2014
Postage within the
I can provide free postage in accordance with the eBay’s requirements for good business sellers but your package will not be insured against loss or damage and it will take up to five working days to arrive. If you choose the recommended method of postage, Royal Mail Special Delivery, this will insure your watch against loss or damage in transit. It also guarantees next working day delivery. The charge is £7.95
Postage Overseas.
The charge for watches sold for £500 or less will be 15.95 GBP by Royal Mail International Signed For. This provides a maximum insurance value of up to 500 GBP subject to Royal Mail conditions.
If you are purchasing an item at a price above £500 and pay using Paypal I must observe their rules by sending the watch by courier if Royal Mail do not provide a full tracking and signed for service for parcels sent to your country. In order to receive Paypal’s protection service, for which I pay a fee, they require me to send the watch to you with full on line tracking and a signature on delivery. The cost of using the courier service is £55-£60 GBP to most countries but I will shoulder part of the cost and charge you just 34.95 GBP. If you wish me to send the watch to by Royal Mail International Signed For at a cost of 15.95 GBP and you accept that insurance will be limited to 500 GBP I can, at your request do so, if you pay by direct bank to bank transfer.
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All buyers may pay using Paypal or bank to bank transfer.
Overseas buyers: At my discretion I will accept other forms of payment but accept STERLING only. Please contact me if you wish to do this before the auction ends.
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I pack my watches very well to avoid damage but very occasionally a problem may occur due to rough treatment in transit or the use of scanning equipment by Customs or the postal services which can magnetise the watch mechanism. I warrant that the watch you purchase will, when you receive it, be as described in the listing. If there is a problem when you receive your purchase I provide a no quibble full refund option. Alternatively I will undertake any repairs that are necessary if the watch is damaged or if in any other way differs significantly from the description. If I have not stated that the watch has been serviced, you may wish to have this work done, particularly if you intend to wear the watch on a daily basis. On request, I can provide you with details of independent watchmakers to whom you can send your watch for servicing.
I provide comprehensive details of my watches, including very clear photographs taken with a high resolution macro lens which shows detail not visible to the naked eye. I also invite you to ask questions if there is anything else you need to know. Please take care to consider the dimensions of the watch case as if it is a gentlemans’ Art Deco rectangular vintage watch, they were made significantly smaller than contemporary watches.
You are buying a used watch so there will be signs of use. Please do not expect quartz accuracy from a vintage watch. In the 1940’s/1950’s the accepted timekeeping tolerance for a new 17 jewel manual watch was within three minutes a day. All of my watches are professionally inspected and tested before sale and if they are not running smoothly and keeping reasonable time I have them serviced and/ or have any other work undertaken that is needed to ensure the watch is in running condition. However please bear in mind that a fault can develop unexpectedly at any time as with any used item so I am unable to provide any on-going warranty. Please also note that I provide no guarantee that my watches are waterproof. I would always strongly recommend keeping any vintage well away from moisture.