Bulova 1948 -Unknown

Submitted by vincec44 on October 17, 2011 - 3:20pm
Manufacture Year
1948
Movement Model
8ae
Movement Jewels
17
Movement Serial No.
-
Case Serial No.
7223536
Case shape
Rectangle
Case color
Yellow
Case Manufacturer
Bulova
Crystal details
13/16"x11/16" approximately
Gender
Mens
Watch Description

I have researched this bad boy and am  confused as to no mark being above the B in bulova.  Any idea what is going on here? I am trying to date this watch and  any help would be greatly appreciated.  Also, and approximate value if possible.  Thanks, Vince

ps. This watch works and keeps excellent time and is in very nice condition.  Definitely a keeper.

1948 Bulova watch
1948 Bulova watch
1948 Bulova watch
1948 Bulova watch
FifthAvenueRes…
Posted October 17, 2011 - 4:05pm

'SQUADRON'

What mark above the B in Bulova?

vincec44
Posted October 17, 2011 - 4:16pm

In reply to by FifthAvenueRes…

As a means to date the movement there is a chart with symbols and corresponding dates of manufacture.  These symbols are displayed on the 8ae above the "B" in Bulova on the works.  However, mine has no mark at all.  Thanks Vince

FifthAvenueRes…
Posted October 17, 2011 - 4:25pm

I see a Circle below, 1944 ? - the first 'SQUADRON'  does not appear until 1946 in the ad database and the Dial looks more 1950's style.

Take a look around the balance.

vincec44
Posted October 17, 2011 - 4:24pm

Thanks for the reply, really helpful and I really appreciate it.  Vince

FifthAvenueRes…
Posted October 17, 2011 - 4:26pm

Vince, You're welcome.

Wayne Hanley
Posted October 17, 2011 - 6:31pm

OK, show of hands! How many of you guys checked your 8AE movements for date symbols above the B in Bulova? I check one, just to be sure I wasn't learning something new. LOL

Stinky_Sullivan
Posted December 31, 2023 - 9:18pm

This looks like a Squadron with a ‘48-‘54 Brigadier dial.