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Bulova Vintage Classic – Black Dial – Original Box – Circa 1960
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Bulova Vintage Classic – Black Dial – Original Box – Circa 1960

1940 - 1960
Description

A wonderfully preserved Bulova Vintage Classic dating from approximately 1960, presented with its original Bulova presentation box and fitted to a leather strap. Elegant, understated and full of period charm, this beautifully proportioned vintage dress watch captures the style and sophistication of the era perfectly.

The striking black dial gives this watch a luxurious and distinctly dressy appearance, setting it apart from many contemporary vintage watches and ensuring it remains as stylish today as it was over sixty years ago.

Key Details

• Model: Bulova Vintage Classic

• Year: Circa 1960

• Case Size: 35mm

• Case Material: Stainless Steel

• Dial: Black

• Hour Markers: Silver Baton Markers

• Hands: Silver-Tone Hands

• Crystal: Acrylic Crystal

• Movement: Electronic Movement

• Strap: Leather Strap

• Water Resistance: Not Guaranteed Due to Age

• Guarantee: 12-Month Mechanical / Electrical Guarantee

Condition Report

Case: Very good vintage condition with light signs of age-related wear.

Dial: Beautiful black dial in very good condition with excellent overall presentation.

Hands & Markers: Well preserved throughout.

Crystal: Some visible marks apparent upon close inspection.

Strap: Good wearable condition.

Box: Original Bulova presentation box included.

Overall: A remarkably well-preserved example of a classic vintage timepiece.

Working Order

Running perfectly and operating exactly as intended.

All functions working correctly.

Supplied with our 12-month mechanical / electrical guarantee.

Our View

This is exactly the type of vintage watch collectors love to discover: honest, well-preserved and full of character. The crisp black dial creates a sophisticated appearance that feels every bit as stylish today as it would have done in the 1960s.

What makes this watch particularly appealing is its superb overall presentation. The combination of the black dial, silver furnishings and original presentation box creates a vintage package that is increasingly difficult to find. Elegant, dressy and highly wearable, it is a wonderful addition to any vintage watch collection.

What’s Included

Original Bulova presentation box

Leather strap

12-month mechanical / electrical guarantee

Fully insured shipping

Physical Dimensions
Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
3.5cm (1.38")
Declaration

Chase Hattan Watches has dated this Vintage Bulova Automatic Watch to the 1960s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1239271
Dealers Internal Reference
CHW7474
Dealers Notes

Our in house watchmaker personally inspects every watch & only once a watch meets our high inspection standards is it ready for sale, All watches are sold with a 12 month guarantee.

Free next day UK delivery, fully insured. Worldwide fast shipping.

Description
A wonderfully preserved Bulova Vintage Classic dating from approximately 1960, presented with its original Bulova presentation box and fitted to a leather strap.
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Elegant, understated and full of period charm, this beautifully proportioned vintage dress watch captures the style and sophistication of the era perfectly.
Chase Hattan Watches
fig 1. A vintage Bulova automatic wristwatch featuring a black dial with silver baton hour markers and a black leather strap with white stitching.
fig 1. Bulova Vintage Classic – Black Dial – Original Box – Circa 1960

The striking black dial gives this watch a luxurious and distinctly dressy appearance, setting it apart from many contemporary vintage watches and ensuring it remains as stylish today as it was over sixty years ago.

fig 2. A vintage Bulova automatic wristwatch featuring a black dial with silver baton hour markers and a black leather strap with white stitching.
fig 2. Bulova Vintage Classic – Black Dial – Original Box – Circa 1960

Key Details

• Model: Bulova Vintage Classic

• Year: Circa 1960

• Case Size: 35mm

• Case Material: Stainless Steel

• Dial: Black

• Hour Markers: Silver Baton Markers

• Hands: Silver-Tone Hands

• Crystal: Acrylic Crystal

fig 3. A vintage Bulova automatic wristwatch featuring a black dial with silver baton hour markers and a black leather strap with white stitching.
fig 3. Bulova Vintage Classic – Black Dial – Original Box – Circa 1960

• Movement: Electronic Movement

• Strap: Leather Strap

• Water Resistance: Not Guaranteed Due to Age

• Guarantee: 12-Month Mechanical / Electrical Guarantee

Condition Report

Case: Very good vintage condition with light signs of age-related wear.

fig 4. A vintage Bulova automatic wristwatch featuring a black dial with silver baton hour markers and a black leather strap with white stitching.
fig 4. Bulova Vintage Classic – Black Dial – Original Box – Circa 1960

Dial: Beautiful black dial in very good condition with excellent overall presentation.

Hands & Markers: Well preserved throughout.

Crystal: Some visible marks apparent upon close inspection.

Strap: Good wearable condition.

fig 5. A vintage Bulova automatic wristwatch featuring a black dial with silver baton hour markers and a black leather strap with white stitching.
fig 5. Bulova Vintage Classic – Black Dial – Original Box – Circa 1960

Box: Original Bulova presentation box included.

Overall: A remarkably well-preserved example of a classic vintage timepiece.

Working Order

Running perfectly and operating exactly as intended.

All functions working correctly.

fig 6. A vintage Bulova automatic wristwatch featuring a black dial with silver baton hour markers and a black leather strap with white stitching.
fig 6. Bulova Vintage Classic – Black Dial – Original Box – Circa 1960

Supplied with our 12-month mechanical / electrical guarantee.

Our View

This is exactly the type of vintage watch collectors love to discover: honest, well-preserved and full of character. The crisp black dial creates a sophisticated appearance that feels every bit as stylish today as it would have done in the 1960s.

fig 7. A vintage Bulova automatic wristwatch featuring a black dial with silver baton hour markers and a black leather strap with white stitching.
fig 7. Bulova Vintage Classic – Black Dial – Original Box – Circa 1960

What makes this watch particularly appealing is its superb overall presentation. The combination of the black dial, silver furnishings and original presentation box creates a vintage package that is increasingly difficult to find. Elegant, dressy and highly wearable, it is a wonderful addition to any vintage watch collection.

What’s Included

Original Bulova presentation box

Leather strap

12-month mechanical / electrical guarantee

Fully insured shipping

Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
3.5cm (1.38")
Date of Manufacture

Chase Hattan Watches has dated this Vintage Bulova Automatic Watch to the 1960s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1239271
Dealers Internal Ref
CHW7474
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Specialists in vintage, military and luxury watches

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Archive I A vintage Bulova automatic wristwatch featuring a black dial with silver baton hour markers and a black leather strap with white stitching.

Bulova Vintage Classic – Black Dial – Original Box – Circa 1960

Archive II A vintage Bulova automatic wristwatch featuring a black dial with silver baton hour markers and a black leather strap with white stitching. View II
Archive III A vintage Bulova automatic wristwatch featuring a black dial with silver baton hour markers and a black leather strap with white stitching. View III
Archive IV A vintage Bulova automatic wristwatch featuring a black dial with silver baton hour markers and a black leather strap with white stitching. View IV
Archive V A vintage Bulova automatic wristwatch featuring a black dial with silver baton hour markers and a black leather strap with white stitching. View V
Archive VI A vintage Bulova automatic wristwatch featuring a black dial with silver baton hour markers and a black leather strap with white stitching. View VI
Archive VII A vintage Bulova automatic wristwatch featuring a black dial with silver baton hour markers and a black leather strap with white stitching. View VII
Archive VIII A vintage Bulova automatic wristwatch featuring a black dial with silver baton hour markers and a black leather strap with white stitching. View VIII
Archive IX A vintage Bulova automatic wristwatch featuring a black dial with silver baton hour markers and a black leather strap with white stitching. View IX
Archive X A vintage Bulova automatic wristwatch featuring a black dial with silver baton hour markers and a black leather strap with white stitching. View X
Archive XI A vintage Bulova automatic wristwatch featuring a black dial with silver baton hour markers and a black leather strap with white stitching. View XI
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Chase Hattan Watches
Telephone 07722 352304
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Unit 177
58 Davies Street
Mayfair
London
W1K 5LP
United Kingdom
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A vintage Bulova automatic wristwatch featuring a black dial with silver baton hour markers and a black leather strap with white stitching.
Bulova Vintage Classic – Black Dial – Original Box – Circa 1960
Ref: SA1239271
A vintage Bulova automatic wristwatch featuring a black dial with silver baton hour markers and a black leather strap with white stitching.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWristwatches
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialStainless Steel, Leather, Acrylic Glass
  • ColourBlack, Silver
  • MotifsBaton hour markers, contrast strap stitching, round stainless steel case, central second hand
  • SizeH 3.5 cm (1 in) x W 3.5 cm (1 in)

FAQs

During the 1960s, Bulova was a prominent American horological manufacturer known for innovative mechanical movements. Automatic models from this era incorporated self-winding rotors, eliminating the need for daily manual winding, and reflected mid-century design principles with streamlined cases and minimal dials.

Wristwatches from this era typically featured cases made of stainless steel, gold plate, or solid gold. Dials were covered with acrylic crystals, while internal movements utilised brass plates and synthetic sapphire jewels to reduce friction in moving parts.

Authentic pieces feature crisp branding on the dial, precise movement markings specifying jewel count and manufacturer details, and date codes stamped on the case back consisting of a letter followed by a digit indicating the production year.

A mid-century dress watch pairs cleanly with tailored suits, formal wear, or smart-casual attire. Choosing a leather strap that matches other leather accessories, such as belts or shoes, maintains visual balance.

Mechanical watches require regular professional servicing every three to five years to clean and lubricate the movement. Keep the timepiece away from strong magnetic fields, moisture, and extreme temperatures to ensure consistent timekeeping.
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