1962 Bulova Train Timer 'A'
Stainless steel case and back by Star, dated M0, waterproof case with gaskets for back, inside crown tube, and crystal opening; wonderful white dial, typical of railroad models, steel blue hands with red seconds, 'Transportation Special' writing; USA-made 10BNCHR 23-jewel hacking movement dated M2, has the correct micro-regulator and balance cover, as well as the dust cover, serviced by me and running accurately; proper oversized crown, smooth winding; I added the 19mm lug width vintage expansion band that has an 'X X' pattern, sort of railroad-ish.
Previous models in database labelled as 'Transportation Special', a model name not found in the linebooks or pricelists. Linebook 128, from 1965 has the match for these as Train Timer 'A' (stainless) and 'B' (gold filled).
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I simply cannot get over the cheaper than cheap prices in the day for such a complex watch! A price every Motorman could afford I suppose.
I'm still searching for a perfect 214 Accutron Railroad, e-bay is cluttered with fakes!
... John V.
In reply to I simply cannot get over the… by JEV1A
You have to remember to factor in inflation. $75 in 1962 is equivalent in purchasing power to about $679.39 today. The average wage in 1962 was $1.15 an hour. The average Joe was grossing $50 to $75 a week before taxes. It's all relative. :o)