Not much question on what this one is -1939 Doug Corrigan with "VII VII III" scratched into the inside of the bezel next to crystal edge - the last 3 numbers of the case serial number - "773". Caseback is gold plated, it appears they went to stainless beginning in 1940.
As usual, the lug extenders are missing. It is mounted on a early 1960's band that is a pretty good style match. When I think of classic Art Deco watch designs, this is my #1 choice. Running and keeping time.
To quote the immortal words of Doug Corrigan: "I think my Bulova watch is swell !".
In reply to 1939 Doug Corrigan. In by Reverend Rob
I wonder if the issue was that people wanted to be able to just use regular leather bands without the cutout, or if the crossbars becaime loose or problematic?
I have seen some modern watches with this type of band attachment (not extenders) and there are issues with the fancy bars. Some are friction fit and become loose, and if you don't loctite the screw in ones, they fall out. Removable loctite is a critical tool for watchmakers, we use it for any and all bracelet screws. (Blue)