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Bulova Accutron Spaceview Wristwatch

Partially verified

This Bulova Accutron Spaceview wristwatch, reference 7396, is a skeleton-dial timepiece dating to approximately 1973. It features a gold-plated stainless steel case measuring roughly 36mm by 36mm, equipped with a smooth bezel and a crown positioned at the back of the case. The skeletonized dial reveals the internal mechanism, featuring luminous baton-style indices applied to the rehaut. The watch is powered by a Bulova Calibre 214 movement, identified in the source as a quartz type. It is presented on a gold-plated stainless steel integrated strap with a signed fold-over clasp. With a gross weight of approximately 95.5 grams, the watch shows signs of external wear including scratches and scuffs to the crystal, alongside surface wear to the gold plating and accumulated debris. The auction description notes that the watch has not been opened for internal inspection.

Front view of the Bulova Accutron Spaceview with gold-plated case and bracelet.
Front view of the Bulova Accutron Spaceview with gold-plated case and bracelet. — Dawsons Auctioneers / Invaluable. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
orbiscollectibles.com
Category
Wristwatch · Skeleton wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Bulova
Reference
7396
Catalogue / lot identifier
200368537
Source-reported date
circa 1973
Source-reported place
Not established
Source-reported serial
1-865508

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

Design and Exterior

The Bulova Accutron Spaceview, reference 7396, is characterized by its square-profiled, gold-plated stainless steel case. The design incorporates a smooth bezel and measures approximately 36mm by 36mm. A distinctive feature of this model is the placement of the setting crown on the case back, allowing for an unobstructed appearance of the side profile. The overall assembly includes an integrated gold-plated stainless steel bracelet, which secures with a signed fold-over clasp. The inner circumference of the bracelet is reported to be approximately 17.0cm.

The dial is a skeletonized arrangement, allowing visibility into the internal electronic workings of the movement. Luminous baton markers are positioned along the rehaut. The crystal exhibits visible scuffs and scratches. The watch has an approximate total weight of 95.5 grams.

Evidence for this section
  • “Case Material: Gold-Plated Stainless Steel”
  • “Case Diameter: Approximately 36mm x 36mm”
  • “Crown: To Case Back”
  • “Scratches and scuffs to crystal.”

Movement and Condition

The watch is powered by a Bulova Calibre 214 movement. The source identifies this as a quartz caliber, though the Accutron series is historically associated with tuning-fork technology. The auction description explicitly states that the watch has not been opened, meaning the internal state remains unverified by the seller.

Visible condition issues include significant wear to the gold plating across the watch and bracelet. Debris is noted in the lug areas, between the bracelet links, and on the clasp mechanism. Despite the presence of debris, the clasp is reported to be in good working order.

Evidence for this section
  • “Bulova Calibre 214 Quartz Movement”
  • “Please note this watch has not been opened.”
  • “Wear to gold-plating throughout.”
  • “Debris between lugs, strap links and to clasp.”

Documentation and Provenance

This object is listed with a serial number of 1-865508 and a reference number of 7396. The manufacturing date is estimated by the source to be circa 1973. No original boxes or documentation accompany the watch.

The provided details are based on the auction-house description. Independent authentication of the movement type and the specific model attribution has not been completed, and the auction house notes that the information provided is subject to further research.

Evidence for this section
  • “Year: circa 1973”
  • “Box: No”
  • “Papers: No”
  • “Independent confirmation of type attribution and auction-house statements remains research required.”

Open research questions

  • Is the Calibre 214 movement in this specific unit a tuning-fork or a later quartz variant?
  • Does the serial number 1-865508 confirm a 1973 production date in Bulova records?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Bulova Accutron Spaceview Wristwatch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerBulova“Bulova Accutron Spaceview Wristwatch”
Reference7396“Reference: 7396”
Serial Number1-865508“Serial: 1-865508”
Case Dimensions36mm x 36mm“Approximately 36mm x 36mm”
Gross Weight95.5 grams“Approximately 95.5 grams”
MovementBulova Calibre 214“Bulova Calibre 214 Quartz Movement”
MaterialGold-Plated Stainless Steel“Case Material: Gold-Plated Stainless Steel”

Visible details

  • Skeleton dial exposing internal electronic components
  • Luminous baton markers positioned on the internal rehaut
  • Integrated gold-plated stainless steel link bracelet
  • Crown located on the case back

Research qualifications

  • Internal movement inspection has not been performed
  • Type attribution remains subject to independent confirmation
  • Source identifies the Calibre 214 as quartz, which may require technical verification

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

Consulted source

Bulova Accutron Spaceview Wristwatch

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record 80952b2c7d

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