Bulova 1952 Air King

Submitted by neetstuf-4-u on May 20, 2020 - 7:36pm
Manufacture Year
1952
Movement Model
10BT
Movement Jewels
17
Movement Serial No.
L2
Case Serial No.
5280747
Case shape
Round
Case color
Two-tone
Case Manufacturer
Bulova
Gender
Mens
Watch Description

I was quite pleased when I opened this package. Much better than expected, it cleaned up rather well and is keeping time. 1952 Air King on a fresh black suede band, as originally sold. Case and movement dated "L2". Some plating wear through on the back side next to the crown, which seems to be a pretty common affliction for the Air King. Crystal needs a good polish -  that's a fussy project for another day. Yellow gold plate with silver bezel ring.  Ernie's family must have thought pretty highly of him.

I've been watching (pun intended) for one of these for a long time and finally found one I could afford in nice presentable condition. Check another iconic Bully off my bucket list.

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mybulova_admin
Posted May 20, 2020 - 8:18pm

1952 Bulova Air King.

Now get a Birkshire and you'll have a great set!

Both on my bucket list.

Kathy L.
Posted May 20, 2020 - 9:33pm

Very nice indeed!  Congrats on checking one off the list.

1952 Bulova Air King

plainsmen
Posted May 20, 2020 - 10:19pm

Air King!

Geoff Baker
Posted May 20, 2020 - 10:40pm

1952 Bulova Air King - nice snag Bob!