Our commitment to excellence has earned us a reputation as a leading accutron watch repair company. Bulovas swissmade line is known as bulova accuswiss and was formerly known as bulova accutron. Bulova watches,bulova in the uk,tuning fork,spaceview,uk. Find 128 listings related to accutron watch repair in downtown on. While those are of interest, today id like to focus in on a line that is actually rather storied in their lineup the accutron.
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For some years now, the bulova accutron trademark with its distinctive tuning fork logo were used on bulova s swiss made watches. It manufactures watches and clocks and is based in new york city. It will then take 24 weeks to assess your repair before your watch is serviced. Bulovas collection of tabletop clocks include styles that meet all types of needs from elegant skeleton styled clock movements to anniversary clocks with rotating crystalline pendulums as well reusable bamboo cases. This is the best way to manage and repair your business reputation.
It has been said by others that the accutron watch was developed by the bulova watch company as a response to a perceived requirement by the american army for a better time standard. Richard sent in this bulova accutron, and its a very nice one. Equipment bridgeport milling machine wanilam digital readout. Accutron store display letters and accutron symbol. You will be notified about any costs that are not covered by warranty. Vintage 1975 bulova accutron 25 years shell service mens watch 218 n5. W hen you think of bulova, you very likely think of their highly accurate precisionist line. Apparently it had obtained water damage almost immediately after it was purchased in 1979. Bulova accutron 218 posted on march 30, 2012 by christian having diagnosed the problem with my bulova accutron the component coil has had it, i went on ebay and bought myself another broken accutron this one was humming, but didnt move the hands. Intime are the leading specialists when it comes to bulova watch repairs.
Genuine accutron tuning fork logo buckles genuine factory made 1960s bulova accutron tuning fork logo buckles 12 yellow goldfilled. If additional parts are needed costs will be higher. User manuals, bulova watch operating guides and service manuals. Vintage 10 karat gold filled bulova accutron day date watch c. The battery is empty, but it also hasnt had a service for ages, and its about time. Official bulova watches, full collection of mens and ladies bulova watches to buy online. Pack your watch securely in a small, padded shipping box. The reply came back that parts were impossible to source so he couldnt help me.
Now the owner found it again and would love to get it looked at. Bulova accutron ii mens chronograph surveyor black. How to change the battery in a bulova accutron our. Bulova is an american watch brand founded in 1875 and currently owned by japanese conglomerate citizen watch co. In a typical week we repair bulova accutron astronaut watches, bulova accutron spaceview watches, accutron railroad approved models, bulova 214. Hummed away for 5 months, until the battery died i need to get that replaced, and i have no idea of the service history. In 1953, the development of accutron, the name itself mixed the terms accurate and electronic, was started by the engineer max hetzel. Vintage accutron repair specialists bulova recommended for 25yrs. This isnt quite true but as it was the first to use a bipolar transistor it certainly deserves the former accolade. Weve been repairing bulova accutron watches for over 25 years. Retro styling is one thing, but turning it into a watch that is versatile across a variety of situations is a wholly different matter, and one that i think bulova has done well with here. This handsome timepiece from bulova accutron iis surveyor collection showcases a stunning red dial with silvertone highlights.
Larger than most all spaceviews and in a contemporary steel case. For some years now, the bulova accutron trademark with its distinctive tuning fork logo were used on bulovas swiss made watches. Unfollow watch repair to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The bulova accutron was the worlds first electronic watch.
You will need adobe acrobat reader to download these files. Bulova accutron series 242 pocket watch battery replacement. Vtg bulova accutron technical information service manual 1960 wristwatch book. Check out our bulova accutron selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade. Fully restored and timing well after a fresh service. A few notes are in order to clarify the bulova brand, the accutron trademarks, and how their use was changed by bulova last year in 2014. You will be provided with an estimate prior to work commencing.
The first accutron was manufactured in 1960 and was the watch chosen by some of the original. Shop bulova accutron ii mens chronograph surveyor black leather strap watch 41mm 96b238 online at. Inspections can normally be completed while you wait. We accept returns if your item is faulty or damaged which is very rare, we do not accept returns based on change of mind. Bulova is not responsible for lost or stolen packages. Buy bulova whole watch movements and get the best deals. Nov 05, 2015 i contacted a respected watch repairer to ask about repairing bulova accutron tuning fork watches.
How to test coils on a bulova accutron sign up to reply and join the friendliest watch forum on the web. Total watch repair is the fastest, easiest and most convenient way to repair your accutron watch. Enjoy free shipping and watch sizing, and monthly payments options. For more information on hax hetzel the creative genius behind the accutron then have a look at barbara younghetzels excellent site max hetzel, the man behind the invention. Bulova ladies watch movement spares or repairs zero 074. Stick around, get to 50 posts and gain access to your full profile and additional features such as a personal messaging system, chat room and the sales forum plus the chance to enter our regular giveaways. As you can see this watch was a great restoration value. A timepiece worth examining from bulova accutron iis surveyor collection. These innovative, finetuned timepieces feature intricate inner workings and. Having diagnosed the problem with my bulova accutron the component. I am a member of the british horological institute and i am a qualified bulova accutron tuning fork specialist. Classic rare assymetric 1967 bulova accutron space view electronic tuning fork wristwatch in assymetric stainless steel case with 10k gold filled bezel,the time is adjusted using a lever on the case back,the back is the same as shown on the accutron which has sold lower down this page.
He was very good with providing estimate information before sending it, and a quote once he received it. Bulova did not manufacture to the metric system in the 60s or 70s. People sometimes refer to the accutron as the worlds first electric watch. The research and development for this breakthrough in timekeeping technology took some years until october 25, 1960, when the first bulova accutrons were released. We will email you when we receive your package and enter your repair order into our system. Deutsch, english uk, english us, espanol, francais, italiano. Most of these styles also have an engraving plate included for personalization as well. If youve recently found a vintage bulova accutron that no longer functions, try replacing the battery as the first step to. Find 36 listings related to bulova accutron watch repair in toms river on. Bulova technical documentation states quite clearly that the watch was developed entirely. Types include spaceviews, collectors items, date models, day date models, ladies models and generally all types of tuning fork watches. I contacted a respected watch repairer to ask about repairing bulova accutron tuning fork watches. Bulova accutron ii mens surveyor stainless steel bracelet. Shop bulova accutron ii mens surveyor stainless steel bracelet watch 41mm 96b214 online at.
Bulova accutron 2301 2302 tuning fork watch parts, bulova accutron 2301 2302 tuning fork watch bulova accutron ii alpha spaceview watch hi. A virtual tour of the accutron repairrestoration workshop. Bulova accutron watch repair in toms river, nj with. Download and fill out the bulova service request form. A virtual tour of the accutron repair restoration workshop. This makes the watch accurate, as well as a collectible timepiece. The amazing bulova accutron demon business broadband. Just wrap, pack and attach our free royal mail postagepaid shipping label. Bulova accutron main service centre alan lazarus m. This is a lineup that first came to be in the 1960s, and its where the tuning fork made its entrance, helping to create greater accuracy in the quartz movement. In the meantime we researched a company that was listed by bulova, the maker of these watches, that has been servicing them since 1995 and that they were the preferred company to service our antique watch, according to bulova.
Quite unusual, with the blue dial, and i really like it. The bulova accutron is an electromechanical watch that uses a tuning fork powered by a small battery to keep time. Bulova accutron 218 experiences with old father time. There are others so if you get stuck drop me a line. Our branches offer a free bulova watch inspection and will provide you with your free repair estimate. Large assortment of used accutron crowns, plus a few other bits. Service and repair thread ive heard good things about ludmil balevski in bulgaria, and have one tuning fork watch with him now for service. New listing rare 1960 vintage 14k gold bulova accutron alpha black dial case watch 1st year. Over 30 years experience in quality watch repair convenient doortodoor service movement services backed by our 1year limited warranty. We specialise in the repair of all types of tuning fork watches including. Highperformance technology and enduring quality, following the bulova tradition. I have 2 that were working but now dont and i would prefer to pay for t. Customized bulova accutron repair and restoration performed by certified watchmakers. For highperformance needs, choose a bulova accutron watch.
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