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Bulova Accutron Spaceview Reference 7396

Partially verified

This Bulova Accutron Spaceview is a cushion- or TV-cased tuning fork wristwatch bearing reference 7396. The source dates the piece to circa 1973 based on an N3 year code. It is powered by an Accutron calibre 214 movement displayed beneath a skeleton dial aperture with an outer chapter ring. The stainless steel case measures 36 mm across by 38 mm lug-to-lug, fitted with a Plexiglas crystal and paired with an original Bulova stainless steel bracelet reference 10811.

Front view of Bulova Accutron Spaceview ref. 7396 showing skeleton dial and cushion-shaped steel case
Front view of Bulova Accutron Spaceview ref. 7396 showing skeleton dial and cushion-shaped steel case — Vintage Watch Specialist. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
vintagewatchspecialist.com
Category
Wristwatch · Tuning fork wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Bulova
Reference
7396
Catalogue / lot identifier
vws1584
Source-reported date
circa 1973
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 timepiece features a stainless steel case described as having a cushion or 'TV' shape. It is fitted with an original Plexiglas crystal.

The case measures 36 mm in width with a lug-to-lug height of 38 mm. It is secured to the wrist via an original Bulova stainless steel bracelet, identified by the reference number 10811.

Evidence for this section
  • “Cushion or TV Cased Reference”
  • “Case: Stainless steel”
  • “Crystal: Original Plexiglas”
  • “Width : 36mm”
  • “Lug height: (lug to lug) 38mm”
  • “Bracelet : Bulova ref: 10811”

Dial and Visual Features

The dial is described as a skeleton 'T' configuration, allowing for observation of the internal tuning fork movement, including bright green movement plates and coils.

The display features a dark outer chapter ring with white minute markers and block hour indicators. Time is read via luminous-accented baton-style hour and minute hands, with an orange central sweep seconds hand.

Evidence for this section
  • “Dial: Skeleton 'T' Dial”
  • “Open skeleton dial showcasing bright green movement plates, copper coils, electronic components, and gear work.”
  • “Dark outer chapter ring with radiating white minute markers and broad block hour indicators.”
  • “Contrasting orange central sweep seconds hand and luminous-accented baton hour and minute hands.”

Movement and Provenance

The watch is powered by a Bulova Accutron calibre 214 tuning fork movement. The source lists the date of issue as 1973, referencing an N3 year code.

The source notes the watch has undergone a complete overhaul and new battery fitting by a specialist. Verification of the case back markings is limited as the case back is not depicted in the provided visual records.

Evidence for this section
  • “Movement type : Accutron Tuning Fork”
  • “Calibre: 214”
  • “1973-N3 Year Code”
  • “The watch is in excellent condition having just come back from a complete overhaul and new battery fitting by a Bulova specialist.”

Open research questions

  • Does an internal inspection of the case back confirm the N3 year code and the model reference 7396 stamping?
  • Is the 'skeleton T dial' a factory-original configuration for the reference 7396?
  • What specific maintenance actions were performed during the cited overhaul?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Bulova Accutron Spaceview Reference 7396
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Model Reference Number7396“Model Reference Number: 7396”
Calibre214“Calibre: 214”
Year CodeN3 (circa 1973)“from circa. 1973 with the N3 Year Code.”
Case MaterialStainless steel“Case: Stainless steel”
Dimensions36 mm width, 38 mm lug-to-lug“Width : 36mm Lug width : 10mm Lug height: (lug to lug) 38mm”
Bracelet ReferenceBulova ref: 10811“Bracelet : Bulova ref: 10811”
Bracelet Capacity18 cm“will comfortably fit an 18 cm wrist with room for adjustment either way!”
Bracelet Links22 links“with 22 links”

Visible details

  • Cushion- or TV-shaped stainless steel case with vertical brushed finishing on the top bezel area.
  • Open skeleton dial showcasing bright green movement plates, copper coils, electronic components, and gear work.
  • Contrasting orange central sweep seconds hand and luminous-accented baton hour and minute hands.
  • Dark outer chapter ring with radiating white minute markers and broad block hour indicators.
  • White 'BULOVA ACCUTRON' text printed on the dial surface.

Research qualifications

  • The case back is not displayed, so the N3 year code and serial or reference stampings are source-reported and not independently visible in the image.

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

Consulted source

Bulova Accutron Spaceview - Calibre 214 Movement - 1973-N3 Year Code - – Vintage Watch Specialist

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record 7b04969e6b

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