A15
Serial No AF44-451
Part No 10AK-CSHE
Order No P. 044-5995E
It would be great to see this with the crystal off to show the dial in all its glory.
1944 Bulova Military Issue A-15 I think is the correct model ID.
In reply to It would be great to see… by mybulova_admin
Yes, the crystal is in rough shape as it was thrown out and when found just thrown in with other things.
Do you know if this was a special crystal? I doubt this one can be made to look nice again.
Regards
What an awesome watch! 1944 Bulova Military Issue A-15
1944 Bulova A-15 is spot on.
I received the watch in a box of ‘stuff’ from a guy who had a knack for acquiring things others had thrown out. It sat there for a few weeks before I got around to it. My first impression was it was ‘junk’ because of the band. The crystal was dirtier than shown now and the different dials had me thinking it wasn’t even a watch at first. Luckily, I saw the Bulova name and decided to search the numbers on the back.
I realized this wasn’t an ordinary watch and became excited as U slowly found information on the watch.
I’d like to get it refurbished and I think I’ll keep for now just because it’s so unique and I like things that reflect our history. I realize it is probably quite desirable to Bulova collectors and probably those that collect military watches. I guess my next task is to find someone I can trust to do the work. I know an old watchmaker who works on clocks who mentioned a local who works on high end watches, but I wonder if this watch requires some special knowledge.
In reply to I received the watch in a… by Smiller
I wouldn't touch it.
There were only 500+/- (no one knows the exact number) of these produced for testing purposes, I've now seen 3.
Awesome.
In reply to I wouldn't touch it. There… by FifthAvenueRes…
by the serial number Your watch is #451 of 500.
It ran for a while Sunday, but I assume it needs a cleaning. The upper stem is stuck.
I wonder what is everyone’s thoughts on just getting it cleaned and running?
In reply to It ran for a while Sunday,… by Smiller
If You're going to keep it why not and as Stephen says clean or replace the crystal.
If You're going to sell it leave it alone, a serious military colector would go gaga over its' original condition.
I'm drooling a little Myself.
For me, I'd look to replace the crystal as the very least and see of you could find some compentant to get it running again. Again for me a time piece 'needs' to do one thing....tell the time.
I for one am looking forward to seeing the journey of this watch if you choose to restore it. I agree though. minimum touch as much as possibe.