Bulova Accutron Quartz 'Dual-Day' Wristwatch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
c. 1978
This Bulova Accutron Quartz 'Dual-Day' wristwatch dates to circa 1978 and features a gold-plated case measuring 35 mm across without the crown. The dial displays a silver ring sunburst finish with gilt hands, hour markers, a day-date aperture, and a distinct emblem bearing the number 25 above the six o'clock position.
The presentation case back is engraved with the name 'JOHN L. JANIKOWSKI' alongside the year 1978, the date code 'N8', and case metal specifications. Source reports indicate the watch is powered by a calibre 8-01 electronic quartz movement and is paired with a gold-plated expandable bracelet.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Quartz wristwatch
- Calibre
- 8-01
- Case Width
- 35mm
- Lug to Lug
- 40mm
- Movement Type
- Quartz
- Place recorded
- United States
- Case Back Engraving
- JOHN L. JANIKOWSKI 1978
- Maker / attribution
- Bulova
Design
- Visible features
- • Engraving on case back reads 'BULOVA', 'N8', 'JOHN L. JANIKOWSKI', '1978', '10 KT. R.G.P. BACK', 'BASE METAL BEZEL', and 'WATER RESISTANT' • Fluted crown positioned at 3 o'clock on gold-plated case • Visible surface scuffs and light scratching consistent with vintage wear across the case back
- Movement and Origin
- The timepiece is powered by an electronic quartz movement, identified as Calibre 8-01. As the internal movement is not visible in the provided photograph, this is a reported specification. The case back includes the date code 'N8' and a presentation engraving for 'JOHN L. JANIKOWSKI 1978', which the source correlates with the date of issue.
- Dial and Aesthetic Features
- The watch has a silver sunburst 'ring' dial featuring gilt hands, hour markers, and a day-date aperture. A unique emblem featuring the number '25' is located on the dial. The crystal is identified as plexiglass. The dial and bracelet are not visible in the provided rear-facing photographic evidence.
- Case and External Construction
- The watch features a gold-plated steel case measuring 35 mm in width, excluding the crown, with a lug-to-lug height of 40 mm. A fluted crown is positioned at the 3 o'clock mark. The case back is engraved with 'BULOVA', 'N8', 'JOHN L. JANIKOWSKI', '1978', '10 KT. R.G.P. BACK', 'BASE METAL BEZEL', and 'WATER RESISTANT'. The case back exhibits surface scuffs and light scratches. The watch is paired with a Speidel U.S.A. gold-plated expandable bracelet, which the source describes as period-correct.
Identification
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Internal movement is not visible in the provided photograph
- Research required: The dial and bracelet described by the dealer are not shown in this specific rear photograph