My father bought this watch in Toronto Ontario 1960. He passed away over 20 years ago & I inherited the watch. When I got it the crystal was cracked so my jeweller replaced same, cleaned it up & it still runs perfectly. I only realised, by accident, just recently, the interest in older Bulova watches, had no idea of the history. I found the watch in one of this websites old adverts, it's 1960 ad #20 of 36 very bottom extreme right corner. It's shown as The Beau Brummel CCCW $215.00. The picture shows the watch with a alligator strap, I can't remember it when my Dad had it. When I got it the 14K band was in disrepair so my jeweller found me an Italian 14K bracelet for it, it is very very similar to the original. I had him take the clasp off of the old bracelet & attach to the new one as my father had his initials mnk inscribed on it. They happen to be my initials also. Upon further inspection of this clasp I have found a hallmark B inside of an eggshaped, open at the bottom, mark. So, now I am wondering if this clasp & broken up bracelet which I still have is Bulova original. That's all for now, look forward to any help or opinions.
Thanks
michael
excerpt from aforementioned ad.
http://www.mybulova.com/sites/default/files/vintage_ads/Bulova_AD_1960_27.jpg
Michael,
although I personally am unable to confirm the CCCW variant due to the Dial and Case color differences, a great Watch!
1960 'BEAU BRUMMEL'
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This is a magnificent watch. I think these family pieces are priceless treasures. You are incredibly fortunate Michael to have a solid gold watch that your father wore. I hope you have it professionally service before you wear it proudly (but PLEASE have it serviced!)
I agree on the Beau Brummel ID. The "CCCW" after the name is a bit unusual for Bulova, normally they gave variant designations "quotes" - like the watch to the left in the ad (Bulova "30" "BW"). I'm not 100 % sure what that CCCW designates.
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Thanks for your comments
The watch was serviced when I first received it (20 odd years ago). I don't wear it often but when I do it runs perfectly. I will be looking for a Bulova wise jeweler to reservice it & then I will get some pictures of the movement etc. Unfortunately my original jeweler is no longer available
regards
michael
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