Vintage 32mm Bulova U.S. Military 15J Men\'s Mechanical Wristwatch Steel 1917-H For Sale

Vintage 32mm Bulova U.S. Military 15J Men\'s Mechanical Wristwatch Steel 1917-H Product Description

• Item: Wristwatch

• Brand: Bulova

• Model: U.S. Military

• Reference: 1917-H

• Movement: Mechanical

• Jewels: 15

• Caliber: 10BM

• Case Material: Stainless Steel

• Band Material: Rubber

• Country: USA

• Gender: Men\'s

Product Measurements

• Diameter: 32mm

• Lug Width: 18mm

• Lug to Lug: 39mm

• Thickness: 12mm

Product Condition

• Overall Condition: Poor, overall condition

• Functions: Running strongly with no apparent issues, but no known service history

• Case: Shows scratches.

• Bezel: It has hairline scratches.

• Crystal: Shows scratches.

• Dial condition: Has spotting. Has faded lume and patina.

• Crown: Shows desk marks.

• Hands: The hour hand is discolored. The minute hand is Data: Plus 73 Seconds/day, 223 Amp, 1.7 Information: Authentic vintage Bulova U.S. Military 1917-H dating to the Korean War era, featuring a Parkerized steel case, original military-style dial with subsidiary seconds, and screw-down caseback with protective dust cover. Powered by Bulova’s 15-jewel manual-wind Calibre 10BM, this historically significant American military watch is a distinctive and collectible example of mid-century military timekeeping.

Bulova: One of America’s foremost watch manufacturers, Bulova was founded in the late 19th century by Joseph Bulova in Queens, New York. The brand quickly established itself as a producer of high-quality timepieces and became deeply ingrained in American culture, even creating the first-ever television commercial. Often considered an unsung hero of American watchmaking, Bulova offers a rich and varied catalog that makes it a treasure trove for vintage collectors.