Bulova Date King Automatic circa 1971 (10KT R.G.P. Case)

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Brand: Bulova

Model: Date King Automatic; Swiss Made; N1 date code = 1971

Case: 10KT yellow R.G.P. case with two-piece stainless steel screw-down back is approximately 33mm excluding the original unsigned winding crown

Bracelet: Rare vintage Bulova 11/16" (~18mm) 10KT yellow gold-filled bracelet with signed "BULOVA" fold-over clasp; will accommodate approximately 6.75" to 7.5" wrists

Movement: Bulova cal. 11 AOACD self-winding automatic movement (17 jewels) with quick-set date; 21,600 BPH; Swiss Made

Features: Stunning original champagne sunburst dial with unique gold-tone Roman numerals and beautiful yellow lume plots; date display at 3 o'clock; quick-set date via repeated pulling/pushing of the crown; original luminous hands with matching black strips down the center; original black center sweeping-seconds hand; 33mm 10KT R.G.P. case with original Bulova domed acrylic crystal; amazing vintage Bulova bracelet

Condition: Mint original condition overall with minor honest wear consistent with age and light use; unpolished 10KT R.G.P. case exhibits the original finishes throughout; crisp stainless steel caseback remains clearly legible; perfect original champagne dial with all Tritium lume plots in tact and aged to an attractive yellow hue; excellent original Tritium hands with all luminous material in tact and matching; clean original Bulova domed acrylic crystal; exceptional vintage Bulova bracelet

Other: Looking for a unique vintage watch without breaking the bank? Consider this really cool 1971 Bulova Date King Automatic. The champagne dial with sunburst finishing and raised Roman numerals sets this watch apart from the rest. The subtle black accents on the edge of each hour marker match the original handset perfectly. The rare vintage Bulova bracelet looks incredible and completes the watch. Overall, this is a collector-grade example in superb condition. As an added benefit, the self-winding movement with quick-set date was just overhauled by our watchmaker and is ready to wear and enjoy!

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