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Bulova Accutron Jet Star

Partially verified

This Bulova Accutron Jet Star wristwatch is identified by the source as dating to 1973, denoted by an "N3" code. The timepiece features a stainless steel cushion-shaped case measuring 38mm in diameter. It houses a tuning fork 218 movement. The dial is silver-grained and includes applied numerals at the 6 and 12 o'clock positions, alongside stick indices. A day-date calendar aperture is positioned at the 3 o'clock mark. The watch is fitted with a dark suede strap featuring white contrast stitching. The source describes the watch as factory-certified pre-owned, with certification performed by expert watchmakers.

Front view of the 1973 Bulova Accutron Jet Star with silver-grained dial and suede strap.
Front view of the 1973 Bulova Accutron Jet Star with silver-grained dial and suede strap. — Analog:Shift. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
shop.analogshift.com
Category
Wristwatch · Electronic wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Bulova
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
circa 1973
Source-reported place
United States

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Dial

The watch features a cushion-shaped stainless steel case measuring 38mm. The design incorporates an integrated look, with the crown positioned at the 4 o'clock position rather than the traditional 3 o'clock position.

The dial is finished with a silver-grained texture. It includes applied numeral markers at the 6 and 12 o'clock positions, with simple applied stick markers for the remaining hours. A day-date window is located at the 3 o'clock position, featuring a white-on-black or white-on-white display depending on the specific setting. A red-tipped sweep seconds hand provides contrast to the silver dial.

Evidence for this section
  • “Housed in a stainless steel cushion case measuring 38mm”
  • “it features a cool silver-grained dial display with Breguet 6 and 12. At three o'clock, a day-date function frames out the dial.”

Movement

The watch is powered by a tuning fork 218 movement. This movement type is central to the Accutron technology, which utilizes an electronic tuning fork oscillating at a specific frequency for timekeeping.

The movement is serviced and certified under the factory-certified pre-owned program. This involves rigorous inspection by watchmakers to ensure functional quality and adherence to original specifications.

Evidence for this section
  • “Powered by a tuning fork 218 movement”
  • “Each Accutron timepiece undergoes rigorous inspection and certification by expert watchmakers”

Provenance and Identification

The source identifies this specific watch as dating to 1973 based on the "N3" code located on the timepiece. The model is categorized as the "Jet Star," a line introduced in the early 1970s by Bulova.

The item is offered as part of a partnership between the seller and the manufacturer, with the watch being sold as a factory-certified pre-owned unit.

Evidence for this section
  • “This particular funky ‘73 timepiece (indicated by its N3 code)”
  • “The so called "Jet Star" was introduced in the early 70s”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific significance of the 'Breguet' descriptor in the source regarding the numeral font style?
  • Are there variations in the movement calibre 218 used across different Jet Star production years?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Bulova Accutron Jet Star
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerBulova“brand Bulova”
Movement TypeTuning fork 218“tuning fork 218 movement”
Case MaterialStainless steel“stainless steel cushion case”
Case Size38mm“measuring 38mm”
Date CodeN3“indicated by its N3 code”
Year1973“This particular funky ‘73 timepiece”
FeaturesDay-date function“a day-date function frames out the dial.”

Visible details

  • Silver-grained dial finish
  • Applied numerals at 12 and 6 o'clock
  • Red sweep seconds hand
  • Crown positioned at the 4 o'clock position

Research qualifications

  • The exact serial number is not provided in the source text
  • The source does not explicitly state the material of the strap

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

ساعت مچی Bulova مدل Accutron Jet Star «Breguet» ساخت ۱۹۷۳

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record 298d726f03

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