Vintage 1970s Bulova Swiss Automatic Men’s Watch – 17 Jewels – 20 Micron Gold Plated – Ref. 7687-1 Inventory #665

Vintage 1970s Bulova Swiss Automatic Men’s Watch – 17 Jewels – 20 Micron Gold Plated – Ref. 7687-1

Inventory #665

PRICE

$895.00

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

VINTAGE BULOVA SWISS AUTOMATIC – CIRCA 1970s

Offered for sale is a beautiful vintage Bulova men’s automatic wristwatch, Reference 7687-1, dating from the 1970s and featuring classic Swiss mechanical watchmaking.

This handsome vintage Bulova combines a warm champagne/gold sunburst dial, distinctive 1970s cushion-shaped case, automatic mechanical movement, date display and a matching gold-tone Speidel expansion bracelet.

The watch is powered by a Swiss-made Bulova 11AOACD automatic movement with 17 jewels. No battery is required—the mechanical movement is wound automatically through normal wrist movement and can also be wound as appropriate for the caliber.

The inside of the original case component is clearly stamped:

BEZEL GOLD PLATED G
20 MICRONS
7687-1
SWISS

These markings provide particularly useful identification for collectors and document the watch’s Swiss manufacture and substantial 20-micron gold plating.

WATCH DETAILS

• Brand: Bulova
• Inventory #: 665
• Reference: 7687-1
• Era: 1970s
• Approximate period: Circa mid-1970s
• Country of manufacture: Switzerland
• Movement: Mechanical automatic / self-winding
• Caliber: Bulova 11AOACD
• Jewels: 17
• Functions: Hours, minutes, sweep seconds and date
• Date display: 3 o’clock
• Dial: Champagne/gold sunburst
• Hour markers: Applied baton-style markers
• Case style: Classic 1970s cushion case
• Case diameter: Approximately 36.5 mm, excluding crown
• Lug-to-lug: Approximately 41.5 mm
• Lug width: Approximately 20 mm
• Gold plating: 20 micron
• Case-back construction: Stainless steel
• Bracelet: Gold-tone Speidel expansion bracelet
• Style: Vintage dress / everyday mechanical watch
• Gender: Men’s / unisex by modern vintage sizing

SWISS 17-JEWEL AUTOMATIC MOVEMENT

One of the highlights of this watch is what is inside.

Opening the case reveals the attractive Bulova 11AOACD Swiss automatic movement. The movement is marked to identify its 17-jewel construction and Swiss origin.

Unlike a modern quartz watch, this is a traditional mechanical timepiece. Its rotor moves as the watch is worn, transferring energy to the mainspring and keeping the movement operating without a battery.

For a collector, seeing the original mechanical movement is part of the appeal of owning a vintage watch of this period.

20-MICRON GOLD-PLATED CASE

This is not simply an unidentified gold-tone watch.

The inside case marking specifically identifies the bezel as:

“BEZEL GOLD PLATED G – 20 MICRONS”

Twenty-micron plating is a noteworthy feature and is considerably more substantial than the very thin decorative coatings commonly encountered on inexpensive modern fashion watches.

The rich gold finish works beautifully with the champagne sunburst dial and dark applied hour markers.

CLASSIC 1970s DESIGN

The watch has an unmistakable period appearance.

Its gently rounded cushion-shaped case is characteristic of the design direction seen in watches during the 1970s, while the clean baton markers and restrained dial layout give it a timeless appearance.

At approximately 36.5 mm, it also represents traditional men’s watch proportions and wears elegantly rather than appearing oversized.

DATE FUNCTION

A framed date aperture is positioned at 3 o’clock, providing useful everyday functionality without disturbing the clean appearance of the dial.

SPEIDEL EXPANSION BRACELET

The watch is currently fitted with a vintage-style gold-tone Speidel expansion bracelet.

Speidel expansion bracelets became extremely popular during the mid-20th century because of their comfort, easy sizing and classic appearance.

The bracelet complements the gold-colored Bulova case exceptionally well.

A WATCH WITH HISTORY

The exterior case back carries a personal period inscription dated 1-16-76.

Rather than hiding the inscription, we consider it part of the history and character of this approximately half-century-old timepiece.

It is a reminder that vintage watches were often purchased or presented to commemorate meaningful occasions and then worn for decades.

For collectors who appreciate provenance and character, details such as this can make a vintage watch especially interesting.

CONDITION

This is a genuine vintage mechanical wristwatch approximately 50 years old.

The watch is represented as working and keeping time.

Please carefully review all listing photographs as they form an important part of the description and show the watch, dial, case, bracelet, movement and markings.

As with any vintage mechanical watch, long-term accuracy, power reserve and water resistance should not be assumed to equal those of a new modern watch unless specifically tested.

Water resistance is not guaranteed.

COLLECTOR APPEAL

This Bulova offers an attractive combination of features:

Swiss manufacture • Bulova heritage • Mechanical automatic movement • 17 jewels • Date complication • 20-micron gold plating • Champagne sunburst dial • 1970s cushion-case styling • Speidel bracelet • Identifiable Ref. 7687-1

It would make an excellent addition to a vintage watch collection or an elegant mechanical watch for someone who appreciates the character of traditional Swiss watchmaking.

SALE PRICE — $895

Inventory #665

Hightech Labs LLC
415-200-5635

Serious inquiries are welcome.

IMPORTANT PHOTOGRAPH NOTE

Some listing images may have been digitally enhanced for improved lighting, background presentation and visibility of fine details. Please refer to the original photographs for the most accurate representation of the watch’s actual cosmetic condition.

SHIPPING & PURCHASE

The watch will be carefully packaged for shipment.

Please contact us with any questions before purchasing. Additional photographs or information can be provided upon request.

Vintage watches are sold according to the condition shown and described in the listing.

Hightech Labs LLC
Contact: 415-200-5635

Price: $895.00