Seiko from japan svbr003 seiko watch quartz railroad railway watch mens fs. The battery is empty, but it also hasnt had a service for ages, and its about time. A mens bulova accutron, railroad approved, quartz water resistant wrist watch with gold tone base metal bezel, stainless steel back and speidel stretch band. A nice version which also does well as a dress watch. It has the bulova 214 tuning fork movement, which means the hand displaying seconds run smooth. Railroad companies published specifications for pocket watches and railroad grade pocket watches remained the only watches approved for railroad service until the 1950s. Vintage bulova accutron railroad approved stainless m5. The piece is in the original box and appears to be in overall good condition for its age. Timex mens t2n092 easy reader 35mm goldtone extralong stainless steel expansion band watch. However, bulova also provided the wristwatches that were issued as official gear for american troops. Find great deals on ebay for bulova railroad watch and bulova railroad approved watch. Vintage bulova accutron 214 railroad approved watch stainless 1965. Citizen mens ecodrive stainless steel watch with daydate, aw005082e.
Bulova accutron railroad motor quartz i have a regular bulova quartz, i see them now and again on ebay, i am not sure about yours, send me a pm when you want to sell it i have a decent collection going. This is a gorgeous late 1960s model with white enamel 12hour dial, flawless black spade hands and red sweep second hand. Jan 04, 2016 bulova accutron railroad approved anno 1964. Richard sent in this bulova accutron, and its a very nice one. For sale is my cherished 1974 bulova accutron railroad approved on original accutron bracelet. In 1959, max hetzel and william bennett completed the development of the accutron 214 at bulova headquarters in new york. The history of bulova through 10 milestone bulova watches.
Quite unusual, with the blue dial, and i really like it. Vintage accutron for sale rare antique collectibles. In the 1930s and 1940s, the brand was a huge success with its rectangular plated watches whose case was strongly curved to better fit the curve of the wrist. The only 214s that came from the factory with a red second hand prior to 1969 was the railroad approved model. Mens 1966 bulova accutron railroad approved gold wristwatch with gold spiedel perpetual calendar flex band. To not have a correct model properly set was cause for disciplinary action. But first im going to put a new battery in it to see if it runs. I doubt it, since these brands dont make such false claims in general i have for example never seen a casio or citizen with a milspec or military approved mention. I am sure some tn on here will say i am fos but this is my memory of railroad wrist watches. Make offer bulova accutron 214 railroad approved wrist watch, 10k gold filled an ss back. I would like to know to which extent they are connected to railroad or transportation use. Vintage 1974 10kt gf bulova swiss automatic mens wrist watch. I have a bulova watch i would love to have some information on if possible.
In 1962, the accutron 214 was the first watch to be certified for use by railroad personnel based on its accuracy. Hamilton also produced a railroad electric wrist watch using a hamilton 505 movement which was briefly approved for use on some railroads, although it was later withdrawn due to issues with reliability. The crisis started with the astron, which was the worlds first quartz watch introduced by. Accutron battery for railroad approved wristwatch nawcc.
Bulova has believed in making history one hand at a time start your. Bulova accutron 214 railroad approved beautiful accutron railroad approved model in 10k gold filled case. Before the accutron, wristwatches were deemed too irregular for railroad use, primarily because of the oscillation variance which can be introduced to a mechanical balance wheel through normal rotational wrist motion. Bulova claims many firsts in the craft, from redesigning pocket watches for the wrist during wwi to engineering the accutron, the first fully electronic watch, and more. However, it has a tendency to be a few seconds slow, youll have to reset it every. Since the setting crown is seldom used, it has been placed on the back of the accutron case. The case is marked bulova, base metal bezel, water resitant, stainless steel back, j 176718, n6 dating it to 1976. A bulova accutron chronograph wristwatch finally made it to the lunar surface in 1971, on the wrist of apollo 15 mission commander david r. Seiko men railroad approved quartz solar watch sne045. The original bulova 214 movement has the legendary tuning fork technology which was developed for the firt space trips. Highperformance technology and enduring quality, following the bulova tradition. Your post will be removed without warning if it does not follow the rules.
Citizen eco drive mens railroad approved watch white. Bulova accutron railroad approved wrist watch for auction. It is a battery powered watch and it is running well. Vintage bulova accutron railroad approved watch 10k gold filled bezel nice. Enjoy free shipping and watch sizing, and monthly payments options. Seiko solar powered railroad approved wrist watches. What immediately made the accutron 214s stand out anyway, regardless of dial preference, was the lack of the crown at the side of the watch. Frequent setting of the accutron timepiece is not required because of its unusual accuracy. This wristwatch has a brown leather bracelet that leads to a 10k gold filled case. A bulova accutron railroad approved gold filled and leather wristwatch. The accutron would also become the first wristwatch approved for railroad use. All ss 1968 mens bulova accutron 214 tuning fork watch w neat accutron band. The 24hour markers are great for travel in countries using military time. Bulova accutron astronaut, from the bulova archives.
Bulova accutron watches are sought after by collectors and regardless of the lack of gold value, the one you have would attract interest, and i suggest you sell it as it is you could try a replacement battery to check that it works as any collector would prefer to sort out its problems themself rather than pay someone else they do not know to do the work. Bulova accutron 214 railroad approved wrist watch, 10k gold filled an ss back. After a full cleaning and reassembly, this railroad approved 214 was in action and ready to go for another 5. Vintage bulova accutron railroad approved stainless m5 1965 watch 214. The original classic railroad design, easytoread for precision time keeping, with 24 hour markers and minute markers, now with the best, most accurate, solar powered quartz movement. They were the bulova railroad approved quartz wristwatch or the seiko railroad approved quartz wristwatch. The bulova accutron came out and when his hamilton could no longer keep pace, the railroad encouraged him to get the bulova.
The watch is a bulova accutron railroad approved m6. The accutron watch was unlike any other wristwatch at the time as. Wts bulova accutron railroad approved by uwhich wrist watch. New listing vintage mens bulova accutron railroad approved watch, yellow. Vintage bulova accutron watch 218 railroad approved gmt and dual time zone. The time source is a tuning form that catches 360 vibrations per second which makes the bulova very accurate, the most. When did bulova make their last railroad approved quartz. Vintage bulova accutron railroad model, circa 1965 used. Bulova accutron gold watch clocks watches classic how to wear accessories ebay wrist watches. Ladies vintage wristwatch bulova m6 self winding stainless running 17 jewels. According to wikipedia this is the first wristwatch to be railroad approved in america. When did bulova make their last railroad approved quartz watch. All other gents watch makers, 9ct gold gents wrist watch, 1930s. It appears bulova no longer makes a railroad approved watch.
Pair of genuine nos black spade hands for railroad approved bulova accutron. Omega watch pocket watch watches accessories wrist watches wristwatches clocks clock pocket watches. I have a friend that wants to know when the railroad commision approved the use of wristwatches and was the accutron 214 railroad approved watch the first watch that bulova made that was railroad approved. I absolutely love the look of the early bulova accutron models. Bulova accutron 214 railroad approved wrist watch, 10k. The accutron revolution accuracy through electronics 19601977. Many train lines in north america had only a single track for both directions. Does anyone know what kind of battery can be used for a railroad approved bulova accutron wristwatch.
View and download bulova 98b118 settings manual online. In 1952, bulova watch company was one of the leading manufacturers of affordable indeed fine timepieces in america. Bulova also designed the 214 to not require full disassembly for a full service and cleaning. On our website under downloads we have a free downloadable book. Bulova accutron railroad approved has the following on back case. Bulova accutron railroad approved wrist watch north. The one that was in there was a 387s energizer and i cant seem to find one of those.
Seiko solar powered railroad approved watch with 37mm case. This is a used watch and the case has some scratches. Readable dial with large black numerals 1 through 12 and smaller red numerals for 24 hour military time. It just isnt getting any wrist time and i am not a collector, so it should go to a good home date coded n4, this is a caliber 214 tuning fork back set hacking movement, only available on the rr approved and astronaut models.
We recommend wearing the strap a little loosely one finger space between wrist and strap to allow air to circulate and any. Bulova accutron railroad approved mens wristwatch 1963. This is a desirable buloca accutron railroad approved stainless steel model 214 wrist watch. Vintage bulova accutron 2181 tuning fork gold plated mens watch. On hot humid days moisture problems are exacerbated by a sweaty wrist so keep the watch in a pocket or briefcase until you are in a comfortable environment.
This is a quartz bulova accutron and it is railroad approved. The railroad and pocket watches the history of the pocket watch was influenced by the railroad. In 1962 bulova introduced a railroad approved version of their accutron tuningfork wrist watch using an electronic 214 movement. However, the watch is in good condition, overall looks good and it has a new acrylic crystal. I have always used seikomickeys on my wrist since upgrading. Tom harris auction center the following as amended by any posted notices or oral announcements during the sale, constitutes the entire terms and conditions on which property listed in the catalogue shall be offered for sale or sold by tom harris auction center thac and any consignor of such property for whom thac has acted as agent. Unfollow bulova accutron railroad approved watches to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Bulova accutron railroad approved gold filled and leather. White dial with black hands and numbers with a red seconds hand. This watch is the famous tuning fork with bulova that revolutionised the watch world in 1960 by coming out. Below youll find all the specifications of the seiko railroad approved solar powered wrist watches.
Vintage collectible bulova accutron wrist watch black face. Hi, some brands like seiko, citizen and pulsar still produce quartz railroad approved watches. Save bulova accutron railroad approved watches to get email alerts and updates on. Jun 02, 2003 im sure this info has been on this board before but i cannot seem to find it. Customs services and international tracking provided. Bulova claims to have been the first manufacturer to offer electric clocks beginning in 1931, but the warren telechron company began selling electric clocks in 1912, 19 years prior to bulova. Bulova accutron 214 railroad approved wrist watch, 10k gold filled an ss. Discussion in wrist watches started by visteo, oct 27. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. I cross checked to find that it can be replaced with an energizer. Bulova accutron railroad approved wristwatch, 1974 ebth.
Here is a 1976 model railroad approved bulova accutron 214. Bulova accutron 218 railroadmens wristwatchm7 catawiki. These are estate watches that have been stored for up to 30 years. Outside case, movement, dial, case signature format bulova movement. The bulova accutron railroad tuning fork watch was the first wristwatch in the world that was approved by the american rail roads due to its unique and high accuracy.
Which wrist watch feedback on rwatchexchangefeedback. Vintage 1975 bulova accutron mens watch 10k gold filled case. In 1960 nasa asks bulova to incorporate accutron technology into its equipment for the space program. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Although bulova did not have the first batterypowered wristwatch, the accutron. The railroad approved designation means its highly accurate and readable great for any job where accuracy is important. Starting with an innocent conversation with the man i trust in all things accutron, bob piker, we came up with this custom accutron watch. Outside case, movement, dial no crown case signature format bulova movement. If possible, i would love to have two versions one with a dial such as the railroad approved and the more futuristic looking spaceview. Bulova waterproof patented stainless steel 10k gold filled bezel e50893 m8 on the band it has the word speidel written in cursive over and over again i will include several pictures.
Bulovas accutron astronaut the watch chosen by the. I unscrewed the compartment and popped out the original 214 battery. Pulsar railroad approved watch stainless white face. Bulova accutron 214 continuous movement vs quartz youtube. Manual 39 pages step by step read on your ipad or tablet instant download.
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