Bulova 1967 Accutron Calendar

Submitted by KenC on
Z
Manufacture Year
1967
Movement Model
218D
Movement Date Code
M7
Movement Jewels
15
Case Serial No.
C75474
Case shape
Other
Case color
Yellow
Case Manufacturer
Bulova
Gender
Mens
Watch Description

1967 Accutron 14k gold case

Not sure of the model or proper description for case shape.  I have not opened the back of the case myself.  No parts have been swapped on this watch.

My grandfather bought this watch new and gave it to me on my 18th birthday in 1975.  I wore it daily from 1976 to 1995.  I put it away and didn't pull it out until December, 2022.  I took it to a jeweler and was told it was a longshot.  If a new battery didn't get it running, there were no longer any parts for it.  With a new battery, the watch works for a few days at a time.  I can restart it with a tap for another few days.  I'd like to know what model this watch is.  I'd also like to know reputable service companies that could get this watch back in top shape.  I got a new strap put on it and would like to wear it again.

front of watch showing cutaway shape of case and etchings on gold case surface
caseback shows Bulova at top, C75474 M7 at bottom, waterproof on left side as viewing back of case, patented on right side as viewing back of case
accutron z1
accutron z2
neetstuf-4-u
Posted July 10, 2023 - 5:00pm

It took me a while, but I found it in the 1963 - 1967 linebook, what a great watch and family heirloom! Illustration and text added above. Thanks for sharing it with us.

1967 Accutron Calendar "Z"

Hopefully, one of the other members can steer you to a qualified repair person.

Geoff Baker
Posted July 10, 2023 - 9:18pm

Good advert match Bob - 1967 (by date code) Accutron Calendar Z

Amazing keepsake from your grandfather Ken - I sent you a message regarding repair.

mybulova_admin
Posted July 11, 2023 - 7:26am

A  very unique case design. I suspect it will have a 218D 15 jewel movement.

1967 Bulova Accutron Calendar "Z"

KenC
Posted July 11, 2023 - 9:13am

Thanks, all, for the help with the model description and additional info.  Wow, @neetstuff-4-u that was certainly a quick search with spot-on results.  I had seen some almost similar cases that had a different face and hands.  Thanks for the love for the watch, too!

JEV1A
Posted July 14, 2023 - 9:06pm

Wow, just had one of these models in my shop the other day. 14K Cases seemed to be many times different than standards 10k or 14GF cases. There is a name for the case but unknown to me. 

Also, If your coils are slowly getting weaker and watch stops and you tap gently at the 3pm position, then your watch is in dire need of service. JV 

KenC
Posted July 15, 2023 - 2:30pm

Thank you, JV!  I have already sent for repair; thanks to @Geoff Baker for the referral.  As far as I know, this watch has never been serviced.  Only battery replacements.

And I still have the wooden case the watch came in.  Has the Accutron symbol on top.