Accutron Deep Sea Bezel spring

Submitted by nmpaulcp on December 30, 2022 - 3:52pm
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I have an Accutron Deep Sea case number 702-1. The bezel is very loose. The spring is there but I think it has lost its shape. It is currently pretty tight against the case. Does anyone know if it should be spread out so it presses against the bezel? I was going to try spreading it but I did not want to break it. 

Bulova's corrosive stainless steel cases (Made in W. Germany)

Submitted by Justin_Tyme on December 19, 2022 - 6:08am

Here is an example of an undocumented change in stainless steel case manufacturing after Bulova presumably discovered their watches were corroding. The model in question is the Ambassador with the solid gold bezel.

The Ambassador line of watch in the 1960s have stainless steel backs, however, most of the cases I've seen are badly pitted. The examples I've seen are dated from 1966-1968. Coincidentally, these cases are all made in W. Germany. I guess their stainless steel metallurgy wasn't quite up to the abuse of natural oils of the wrist.

Bulova Braile 1979

Submitted by Tayloreuph on December 18, 2022 - 3:39pm

I've got a Bulova Braile dealer sample from 79, and I need to source a movement for it. I believe it needs the automatic 1810.10. What other watches had that movement?

 

Similar to this one:

https://www.mybulova.com/watches/1979-braille-12215

It also came with a Bulova signed expansion bracelet, which has been split for the sample case, so it would lay flat.

Looking for Bulova 1515Fl Crystal and Bulova #175 Single Pusher Chrono Crown

Submitted by huntingburger on December 3, 2022 - 5:49am
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Hello All,

   I am trying to finish some projects that have been in my cabinets for awhile. I need a 1515FL crystal and pusher crown (Bulova Part number 175) for a 1940s single pusher chrono type watch. Anybody have either of these for sale? PM please with price or what you need to finish that long awaited project. Thanks!

Ambassador watch

Submitted by Leesemichael2 on December 2, 2022 - 5:28am
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I just received a vintage Bulova watch, to me it looks like Ambassador same style but it has engraved sides 21 jewels 10 BA movement. But I cannot find a photo of it on this site. 

It won't let me put pictures on as too large, as I only use a phone,  Could anyone help