Very Mod and cutting edge for its day! This is the Gentleman's Bulova Day/Date "Accutron", with a date feature at 3 o'clock and a day-of-the-week feature just next to it. Made circa 1970, it is a very unusual "Accutron" that is a functional piece of art. The contrast of the stylized lettering of the days, and the sleek gold filled case with a stainless steel back, all combine to make this watch a real winner. The story is told that in the 1960s, the American government wanted to keep this timing technology out of the hands of the Russians. So, they asked Bulova to keep it a secret a little longer since we were using this very accurate timekeeper in our space program. When you take a look at the informational pamphlet that Bulova put out to introduce this new idea to jewelers and watchmakers, it has a very space age, cutting edge look (for the day). In the pamphlet, it is explained that the seconds are parsed into very discrete segments by the vibrations of a small tuning fork at the heart of the movement. Bulova advertised it as the "Watch that Hums"! The general public was very much into innovative and stylish watches and Bulova made this very interesting day/date, electronic watch for discerning men to strap on their wrists.
It is in great condition, and our watchmakers have it humming along just like it did when it came from the Bulova factory 52 years ago. Like all Accutrons that are Cal. 218, it is set by the crown at the 4 o'clock position. This Accutron measures 34 mm wide, by 40 mm from lug to lug, by 11 mm thick (including the crystal). It is in near perfect condition and humming just the way it did back in 1970. It could be humming on your wrist! We warranty all of our watches for one year for parts and labor so that you may buy with confidence.
Scuttlebutt in the watch world asserts that USAF pilot Col. William Pogue, one of the privileged few that was selected for the NASA Skylab 4 mission in 1973, wore a Seiko 6139 as his trusty timing instrument during this expedition for a consecutive 84 days. Pogue had used the watch during his rigorous training period six months prior to the Skylab 4 adventure. He had found it to be a very reliable and accurate timer for engine burns and the calculation of fuel reserves. Initially unsure about which watch to purchase for the task, he selected the Seiko 6139-6002 from the PX offerings at the Ellington AFB Exchange in Texas, and the rest was history. The Seiko 6139-6002 proved to be a wise choice that became witness to the famous pilot's accomplishments and his passion for space.
Here we offer for your pleasure a slightly later "Pogue" version circa 1977. It is in great condition and our head watchmaker has it winding, setting and keeping time just the way Col. Pogue would have wanted. The stainless steel case measures 40 mm wide (not including the crown), by 46 mm lug to lug, by 14 mm thick (including the Hardlex crystal). Hardlex was considered one of Seiko's trademarks for crystals. It is a glass made out of silica that is very scratch resistant.
The 6139-6002 is an automatic chronograph, which means that it is an auto-winding watch that is equipped with a chronograph function. At the 6 o'clock position there is a 30 minute accumulated time sub-register. The Central Sweep hand is a blood red color that echoes the "Pepsi" bezel coloration, as does the indicator hand in the sub dial. At the 3 o'clock position there is a day/date double window that allows the user to easily see the day and/or date. It also has the unusual feature of being able to set the day and date by pushing in on the crown...a very convenient option. The crown will also rotate the inner minute/seconds scale, but it does not wind the mainspring (very different in a nice way).
The beautiful golden dial just radiates reflected light and is contrasted by the numberless indices, and the simple "sword shaped" hands.
This is an iconic watch that can be yours. Our one year warranty for parts and labor will allow you to buy with complete confidence...don't miss it!
Caravelle is Bulova's other line of watches that were made in Switzerland and are a bit more unusual. This Diver's Watch is in great condition and is very handsome on the wrist. It is a 17 jewel, manual wind watch with a central sweep seconds hand that is contrasted against a beautiful gloss black dial. The stainless steel case measures 36 mm in diameter (not including the crown), by 45 mm lug to lug, by 12 mm thick (including the crystal). This watch is better than all its parts because the overall effect is wonderful. There is a tactile quality that makes you want to put it on your wrist. It is "Anti-Magnetic", "Shock Resistant", and "Water Resistant". Our head watchmaker assures me that the 17 jewel, Swiss movement is winding, setting, and keeping time just as it did over 50 years ago. It can be yours along with our one-year warranty for parts and labor. Don't miss it!
Omega is a legendary watch manufacturer. Not only did they make wristwatches, but pocket watches as well. With today's larger standards for case size, this Pocket Watch-to-Wristwatch Conversion stands out as an exemplary piece. It is a 15 jewel, 19 lignes, gilded movement, in a modern, stainless steel case with a display back. Here you have the best of both worlds....a watch that was made after the first World War but was later adapted for the wrist. The flat black dial is so handsome that you can't wait to put it on your wrist. It displays the minutes in a large format as the first concentric chapter. This makes it very easy to see your timed mission vitals. The inner dial carries the conventional Arabic Numerals for times when you are not engaged in a life and death struggle. The seconds bit is located at the nine o'clock position for an unusual look. At the 12 o'clock position there is the ubiquitous military triangle with a dot at either side. The hands and numerals are all luminous, with a sustained glow-in-the-dark contrast after dark. There is a large brass crown that completes the look.
The case measures 48 mm in diameter (not including the crown), by 56 mm from lug to lug, by 16 mm thick (including the crystal). Yes, it is a big puppy! On the reverse you can see the gilded movement through the display back. You will see a three-quarter plate engine that is as clean as a whistle and running like the proverbial top. It is a joy to behold.
Our one year warranty for parts and labor will allow you to buy with confidence. Don't miss, we have only one!
Talk about a watch that will draw the attention of those around you...this is it--and for not much dough! It is a Swiss 17 jewel, specialty watch in a stainless steel case that measures 36 mm in diameter (not including the crown), by 43 mm lug to lug, by 12 mm thick (including the crystal). The dial is a striking replication of a Ship's Telegraph from which the orders to the engine room would be relayed via a telegraph-style device. Visions of the Titanic come to mind. The bezel has two rilled patterns that are slightly juxtaposed and which give the watch a real stunning appearance. The "Pointed Dagger" hands, and slim sweep seconds hand are perfect for this whole package. There is the word "Stop" (in red) at the 12 o'clock position which is balanced by the word "Telegraph" (also in red) at the 6 o'clock position. Just under the center of the dial there appears a black "Anchor". The chapters are spelled out in the various orders that could be relayed to the firemen. "Dead Slow", "Stand By", "Full" followed by an inner circle comprised of "Astern" and "Ahead".
Hamilton was the best maker in America and one look at this watch will give you a clue to how superior they were in the market. This is a Hamilton "Keith" 19 jewel, nickel, caliber 982, high-grade movement that is winding, setting, and keeping time just as it did when new circa 1949. Make sure you look at the photos of the movement to see how Hamilton earned their reputation for excellence. Also look at the dial photos to see the wonderful silver two-tone finish that makes it just sing. Not only is the silver dial skillfully rendered, it displays an interesting seconds bit at the six o'clock position. Gold "Dagger" hands are the perfect contrasting elements so that the time is easily read. Not only is this an extremely well-made watch but it is a very unusual artifact that can now be displayed on the wrist and be right on trend. Our one year warranty, for parts and labor, will allow you to buy with confidence. We have only one!
Are you in the market for a real clean classic-looking, 14K solid gold dress watch that harks back to the 1950s? If so, this may be the one for you. Elgin produced watches in Elgin, Illinois (a Chicago suburb) for over 100 years. They were the largest and most prolific of the American manufacturers and the "Lord Elgin" was their premier product. This particular Elgin is a 15 jewel beauty that is a very cool watch in more ways than one. First, the movement is a thing of mechanical beauty. Second, the classic round case gives it a great vintage look. It is also fitted with an unbreakable "Durapower" mainspring...quite a feat back in the day. In short, this is one killer wristwatch from the 1950s. The case is 14K solid gold measuring 31.5 mm wide (not including the crown), by 37 mm lug to lug, by 11 mm thick (including the crystal) and is running like the proverbial top. The dial sports raised/applied Arabic numerals and a seconds bit located at the 6 o'clock position. It takes a 16 mm band and we have fitted it with a genuine, crocodile band that gives it a very luxe look. This handsome timepiece is in fantastic, original condition and just waiting for a wrist to adorn. Remember all of our timepieces come with our famous one-year warranty for parts and labor so that you may buy with confidence.
This is the second one of these wonderful Omegas that we have had in as many weeks. It is such a nice gentleman's Omega "Constellation" that all of us here at Father Time had to hold it in their hand just to get a closer look. It has it all....a 24 jewel caliber 562 automatic movement that is running like the proverbial top. As a special touch Omega used rose gold to plate all their movements to keep them in great shape for a 100 years or more.
The "Constellation" is at the top of Omega's line of quality timepieces. The stainless steel case measures 42 mm lug to lug, by 34 mm in diameter (not including the crown), by 11 mm thick (including the crystal). The case back has an engraved center with the "Observatory" Logo that all these top-rated models should have. Not only does it have a spectacular movement but it sports a silvered Two-Tone, "Pie-Pan" Dial that is to die for. Made circa 1962 it has been so well-cared for almost 60 years that our head watchmaker had only to clean, oil, and adjust it to bring it into timing compliance. It is performing just as it did back in the day many years ago. A special added bonus is that it has its original, "Grains of Rice", stainless steel band. The whole watch is such a great attention grabber and such an excellent timepiece that we think it won't last long in our display case. If you have a hankering for a great looking Omega or you need a present for that special watch aficionado in your life, then this may be the one for you!
Our one year warranty, for parts and labor, will allow you to buy with confidence....don't miss it!
Would you like a wonderful entry-level Swiss wristwatch that will serve you for years to come. If so, this may be the watch for you. The A. Wittnauer Co. was the exclusive sales agent for Longines starting in 1880, initiating a marriage that would stand the test of 114 years. In 1936, the Wittnauer family sold their interests and the brand was renamed the Longines-Wittnauer Co., a name that became so burnished in the public lexicon, that most people assume Longines and Wittnauer watches are one and the same. In fact, they produced different movements that were very individual to their brand.
Wittnauer was a Swiss company that made very nice watches, and this one is exceptionally nice as it is a classic configuration in a stainless steel case that measures 33 mm in width (without the crown), by 36 mm lug to lug, by 10 mm thick (including the crystal). The silvered dial displays applied, stylized Arrowhead Markers that give it a real period style. It has a very slight dial blemish towards the center of the 4 o'clock marker that does not detract, but it is the reason that it is less expensive. The date window at the 3 o'clock position and seconds bit at the 6 add some extra interest and functionality to this stylish watch. It has a 17 jewel movement that is in excellent running condition and is representative of watches made in the late 60s. We have fitted it with a smooth black leather that suits its all silver look to a "T". This is a great entry level watch for someone who wants to dip their toe into the vintage market without drowning. Our one-year warranty, for parts and labor, will allow you to buy with confidence!
Caravelle is Bulova's other line of watches that were made in Switzerland and are a bit more unusual. This one is in like-new condition and is very handsome on the wrist. It is a 7 jewel, manual wind watch with a central sweep seconds hand that is contrasted against a beautiful gloss black dial. The yellow gold-filled case top with a stainless steel case back measures 32 mm wide (not including the crown), by 38 mm lug to lug, by 10 mm thick (including the crystal). This watch is better than all its parts because the overall effect is wonderful. There is a tactile quality that makes you want to put it on your wrist. It is "Anti-Magnetic", "Shock Resistant", and "Water Resistant". The watch is in pristine condition and it still has its original hang-tag on the lug. It also has its original "Caravelle" branded strap that is black embossed crocodile grain leather. Our head watchmaker assures me that the seven jewel, Japanese movement is winding, setting, and keeping time just as it did over 50 years ago. It can be yours along with our one-year warranty for parts and labor. Don't miss it!
Waltham was a wonderful and prolific watch manufacturer located in Waltham, Ma. and they were in business from 1851 to 1957, in various iterations. Their earlier efforts, circa 1850, in Roxbury, MA resulted in the Howard, Dennison & Davis moniker later changed to Boston Watch Company, then Appleton, Tracey, & Co., the American Watch Co., and finally the Waltham Watch Company. They were one of the giants of the industry and second largest only to Elgin. This particular Waltham is a later iteration of the Waltham legacy that was made in Switzerland. It is a 17 jewel, center sweeping seconds, with a date feature at the 3 o'clock position, housed in a yellow gold-filled case with a stainless steel back, for wearing longevity, and extreme comfort for those who are sensitive to case materials. The case measures 34.5 mm wide (not including the crown), by 41.5 mm lug to lug, by 10 mm thick (including the crystal). We here at Father Time just loved the touches of red at the end of the sweep seconds hand and in the Waltham logo beneath the 12 o'clock position. This is handsome watch from the mid 1960s for a very reasonable price. It a great entry watch for those of you who want to dip their toe in the vintage wristwatch world without getting too wet. Our one-year warranty for parts and labor will allow you to buy with confidence.
Are you in the market for a real clean classic-looking, affordable wristwatch that harks back to the 1960s... if so then this may be the one for you. Elgin produced watches in Elgin, Illinois (a Chicago suburb) for over 100 years. They were the largest and most prolific of the American manufacturers and the "Lord Elgin" was their premier product. This particular Elgin is a 17 jewel beauty that is a very cool watch in more ways than one. First, the movement is a thing of mechanical beauty. Second, the classic angular case gives it a great vintage look. It is also fitted with an unbreakable "Durapower" mainspring... quite a feat back in the day. In short, this is one killer wristwatch from the 1960s. The case is stainless steel measuring 33 mm wide (not including the crown), by 41.5 mm lug to lug, by 10.5 mm thick (including the crystal) and is running like the proverbial top. The dial sports raised Arabic numerals and a central sweep second hand that is silver to match the hour and minute hand. It takes a 16 mm band and we have fitted it with a genuine, black lizard band that gives it a very luxe look. This handsome timepiece is in fantastic, original condition and just waiting for a wrist to adorn. Remember all of our timepieces come with our famous one-year warranty, for parts and labor, so that you may buy with confidence.