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Bulova Accutron Quartz 'Dual-Day' Wristwatch

Partially verified

This Bulova Accutron Quartz 'Dual-Day' wristwatch dates to circa 1978 and features a gold-plated case measuring 35 mm across without the crown. The dial displays a silver ring sunburst finish with gilt hands, hour markers, a day-date aperture, and a distinct emblem bearing the number 25 above the six o'clock position. The presentation case back is engraved with the name 'JOHN L. JANIKOWSKI' alongside the year 1978, the date code 'N8', and case metal specifications. Source reports indicate the watch is powered by a calibre 8-01 electronic quartz movement and is paired with a gold-plated expandable bracelet.

Case back view of the Bulova watch showing presentation engraving for John L. Janikowski dated 1978
Case back view of the Bulova watch showing presentation engraving for John L. Janikowski dated 1978 — Vintage Watch Specialist. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
vintagewatchspecialist.com
Category
Wristwatch · Quartz wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Bulova
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
VWS2927
Source-reported date
c. 1978
Country
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 External Construction

The watch features a gold-plated steel case measuring 35 mm in width, excluding the crown, with a lug-to-lug height of 40 mm. A fluted crown is positioned at the 3 o'clock mark. The case back is engraved with 'BULOVA', 'N8', 'JOHN L. JANIKOWSKI', '1978', '10 KT. R.G.P. BACK', 'BASE METAL BEZEL', and 'WATER RESISTANT'.

The case back exhibits surface scuffs and light scratches. The watch is paired with a Speidel U.S.A. gold-plated expandable bracelet, which the source describes as period-correct.

Evidence for this section
  • “Width(Without Crown) 35mm”
  • “Lug Height (Lug to Lug) 40mm”
  • “Engraving on case back reads 'BULOVA', 'N8', 'JOHN L. JANIKOWSKI', '1978', '10 KT. R.G.P. BACK', 'BASE METAL BEZEL', and 'WATER RESISTANT'”
  • “The watch is currently paired with a Speidel U.S.A expandable bracelet”
  • “Minor signs of wear such as blemishes and light scratches are present on the case and caseback.”

Dial and Aesthetic Features

The watch has a silver sunburst 'ring' dial featuring gilt hands, hour markers, and a day-date aperture. A unique emblem featuring the number '25' is located on the dial.

The crystal is identified as plexiglass. The dial and bracelet are not visible in the provided rear-facing photographic evidence.

Evidence for this section
  • “The dial contains gilt hands, markers and a date window which all tie in nicely against a silver 'ring' dial.”
  • “Also on the dial is a unique logo with the number 25.”
  • “Crystal Plexiglass”

Movement and Origin

The timepiece is powered by an electronic quartz movement, identified as Calibre 8-01. As the internal movement is not visible in the provided photograph, this is a reported specification.

The case back includes the date code 'N8' and a presentation engraving for 'JOHN L. JANIKOWSKI 1978', which the source correlates with the date of issue.

Evidence for this section
  • “Movement Type Quartz”
  • “Calibre 8-01”
  • “The caseback displays engravings relating to its original owner and the date it was probably issued.”

Open research questions

  • What is the significance of the '25' emblem on the dial?
  • Does the '10 KT. R.G.P. BACK' marking differentiate the composition of the case back from the 'BASE METAL BEZEL'?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Bulova Accutron Quartz 'Dual-Day' Wristwatch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Calibre8-01“Calibre 8-01”
Case Width35mm“Width(Without Crown) 35mm”
Lug to Lug40mm“Lug Height (Lug to Lug) 40mm”
Movement TypeQuartz“Movement Type Quartz”
Case Back EngravingJOHN L. JANIKOWSKI 1978“The caseback displays engravings relating to its original owner and the date it was probably issued.”
Model ReferenceUnknown“Model Ref Unknown”

Visible details

  • Engraving on case back reads 'BULOVA', 'N8', 'JOHN L. JANIKOWSKI', '1978', '10 KT. R.G.P. BACK', 'BASE METAL BEZEL', and 'WATER RESISTANT'
  • Fluted crown positioned at 3 o'clock on gold-plated case
  • Visible surface scuffs and light scratching consistent with vintage wear across the case back

Research qualifications

  • Internal movement is not visible in the provided photograph
  • The dial and bracelet described by the dealer are not shown in this specific rear photograph

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

Consulted source

Bulova - Accutron Quartz - 10k Gold Plated - Dual-Day - c.1978 – Vintage Watch Specialist

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record 2e0cdcfab8

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