Vintage Bulova Watches (1916-1979)

Carl Rosen talks with Philippe Soussand about the history of Bulova

Philippe Soussand, fashion consultant at Iguatemi, talks to Carl Rosen, historian of Bulova, the renowned watch brand created in 1875 in New York.

Carl had a long career in brand management, becoming an expert in his creations and trajectory, creating the first museum on the history of Bulova.

Check out all the landmarks of one of the largest watch labels in the world in another exclusive content

The Apollo 15 Bulova Chronograph Watch

In February 2014, before the public knew of the existence of this watch, myBulova.com sent an email to the owner Dave Scott, requesting permission to release the first photograph of the Bulova chronograph wristwatch worn by Commander Scott during the Apollo 15 mission on the surface of the moon.

It was with great pleasure that on March 21 2014, myBulova.com was the first website in the world to publicly acknowledge the existence of this watch, the first and only Bulova watch to be worn by an astronaut on the surface of the moon.

1960s film reel - Service for your Accutron customer

Whether you're a seasoned collector or a newfound enthusiast, step back in time to the horological marvels of the 1960s with this recently discovered Accutron watch service video.

Journey back to the era when Accutron watches first graced wrists and discover the secrets to keeping your vintage beauty running for years to come.

Thanks to Darold Hanson, author of Complete Guide to Accutron Watches, for finding this reel on repairing Accutron watches from the 1960s and for the Bulova Archive for making it available. 

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The Bulova Museum - Empire State Building

Located on the 29th floor of the iconic Empire State Building, New York City, the Bulova and Accutron museum showcases some of the companies most historic timepieces, paraphernalia and stories.

Watch Bulova historian Carl Rosen and long time Bulova collector and territory manager, Richard Calamaras talk about some of the pieces in the museum and what it represents to the company, the collector community and the future of Bulova and Accutron watches.

 
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Video courtesy of The Urban Gentry.