Bulova 1953 Ambassador

Submitted by kyleniemeyer on
H
Manufacture Year
1953
Case Serial No.
6668342
Case shape
Rectangle
Case color
Yellow
Case Manufacturer
Bulova
Gender
Mens
Watch Description

Hi there, my grandfather received this watch as a high school graduation gift before joining the Navy. I can see "10K ROLLED GOLD PLATE, BULOVA, L3" and case number "6668342" on the reverse, with "Bulova Selfwinding" on the face. I've looked over examples of models from the 1950s, but haven't been able to find a match to the style.

face of Bulova watch, with "Bulova Selfwinding"
reverse of watch, showing "10K ROLLED GOLD PLATE, BULOVA, L3"
reverse of watch, showing case number "6668342"
mybulova_admin
Posted February 3, 2026 - 4:58am

I think what we have here is a 1953 Bulova Ambassador "H"

 1953 Bulova Ambassador "H".

 

JimDon5822
Posted February 3, 2026 - 1:47pm

1953 Bulova Ambassador "H" looks to be a good match assuming 17J movement.   

Geoff Baker
Posted February 3, 2026 - 9:30pm

A wonderful keepsake from your grandfather. Have it serviced and wear it proudly! 1953 Bulova Ambassador H

kyleniemeyer
Posted February 3, 2026 - 9:50pm

Thanks so much, everyone! If I get brave I'll open it up and confirm the movement.

mybulova_admin
Posted February 4, 2026 - 1:54am

I think when you see the inside movement knowing it ticked away on your grandfather's wrist, you'll be that much happier.

Kathy L.
Posted February 4, 2026 - 12:39pm

A wonderful heirloom!

1953 Bulova Ambassador "H"

neetstuf-4-u
Posted February 4, 2026 - 3:48pm

1953 Bulova Ambassador "H" 

Andersok
Posted February 4, 2026 - 8:13pm

Agree with Ambassador "H"