The most common quote referred to from the Hippicratic Oath is "first do no harm". Since the local watchmaker passed away I have not found a person that I trust with my treasures. Therefore, as much as I would like to show you a pristine example, this is the next best thing; a survivor. Based on the depth of the reference material available on this site I believe the movement was made in 1941 due to the asterisk symbol. It is a 10BE movement used from 1941 to 1943 and the case matches a Lieutenant model (in my opinion); however, the dial has raised gold numbers on white instead of the black numbers on coppertone as shown in the examples, so I am very interested in your collective opinions. Thanks for your assistance - great site.
I would call this one the 'Ranger'
1942 Ad
In reply to I would call this one the by Andersok
You're right Ranger escaped me :)
Great ad picture. That really looks like it; now is it a 1941 or 1942?
In reply to Great ad picture. That really by lionelttrain
by case serial number is it 1942
Perfect - Can I change the title to a 1942 Ranger?
In reply to Perfect - Can I change the by lionelttrain
I fixed manufacture year, watch ID will set admin after be finished panel discussion
I find the detective work incredibly interesting. Thanks
Yes, spot on Ken, that's the Ranger.
Mike - Generally, until about 1950 we also use the first number of the serial to further date Bulova watches. Around 1950 there was a s/n system change. When there is discrepancy between movement date code and serial year we (generally) default to the newest of the two.
Makes sense to me. Other collectables use the same precept; default to the newest component to establish the in service date.