Bulova 1958 Royal Clipper

Submitted by The Vested One on
Manufacture Year
1958
Movement Model
11ACAC
Movement Jewels
17
Case Serial No.
C997023
Case shape
Round
Case color
Yellow
Case Manufacturer
Bulova
Gender
Mens
Watch Description

I just picked this watch up from an estate sale. It appears to be a Royal Clipper from what I can find in the vintage ads. Under the serial number it is stamped L8. It runs well, though is a little loud when winding.

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JimDon5822
Posted June 3, 2023 - 3:56pm

Nice find at an estate sale.  Can't find any around here.   I think you were dead on based on the dial configuration and with the assumption this is a 17J movement.  I believe this to be a 1958 Bulova Royal Clipper based on the 1958-59 Linebook BAWD0136.  Can you provide a movement photo so we can confirm.

 

The Vested One
Posted June 3, 2023 - 6:52pm

I could get a clearer image if the moment, but it reads 17 jewel and has the movement # of 11ACAC.

Andersok
Posted June 6, 2023 - 6:41pm

Agree with Royal Clipper; band may also be an original.

Geoff Baker
Posted June 7, 2023 - 9:29pm

Royal Clipper is a good ID