Bulova Accutron Spaceview Oval Case Tuning Fork Wristwatch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1974
This vintage 1974 Bulova Accutron Spaceview wristwatch features an open dial displaying its electronic tuning fork movement, including green components and visible copper coils.
Housed in an oval gold-electroplated case with a stainless steel back, it measures 38 mm across. The watch features an analog display with an outer chapter ring, baton hour and minute hands, and an orange-red central seconds hand under an acrylic crystal. According to the seller, the case back is marked 'N4' and retains its battery hatch, and the piece is mounted on an aftermarket green leather strap.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Tuning fork wristwatch
- Case Size
- 38 mm
- Case Materials
- Gold electroplated bezel and stainless steel case back
- Date code marking
- N4
- Movement Mechanism
- 360 Hz tuning fork
- Maker / attribution
- Bulova
Design
- Visible features
- • Open dial exposing the internal electronic tuning fork movement with green circuit elements and copper coils • Gold-toned oval case with visible surface scratching and wear • Baton-style hour and minute hands paired with a red-orange sweep second hand • Outer chapter ring printed with minute track and Accutron tuning fork logo at 9 o'clock • Mounted on a green textured leather strap
- Dial and Visual Architecture
- The timepiece features an open dial configuration that exposes the internal movement mechanism rather than concealing it under a conventional dial face. Directly visible beneath the acrylic crystal are green circuit components and copper coils. Timekeeping reference is provided by an outer chapter ring printed with a minute track, complemented by an Accutron tuning fork emblem positioned at 9 o'clock. Analog display is maintained with baton-style hour and minute hands accompanied by a red-orange central sweep second hand. Visual inspection of the front shows moderate surface wear and scratching on the surrounding gold-toned bezel.
- Movement and Operational Claims
- The watch is powered by Bulova's Accutron movement, described in the listing as regulated by a 360 Hz tuning fork rather than a mechanical balance wheel. This setup drives a continuous sweep second hand and is stated to produce a soft hum during operation. The seller claims the watch was fully inspected and authenticated by an in-house watchmaker and runs accurately. However, performance claims and authenticity cannot be independently audited from the listing, and the internal movement caliber number and battery condition are not recorded.
- Case Construction and Dimensions
- The watch is housed in an oval case measuring 38 mm across, 41 mm lug to lug, and 13 mm in thickness, with an 18 mm lug width. The case incorporates a gold-electroplated bezel and a stainless steel case back. Direct visual observation reveals a gold-toned finish exhibiting surface scratches. According to the seller description, the reverse retains its battery hatch and bears the stamped marking 'Bulova Patented Gold electroplated bezel Water Resistant Stainless Steel N4'. The 'N4' mark is traditionally associated with a 1974 Bulova production date.
Identification
- SKU
- WA-6069
- 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: The case back markings and battery hatch are documented in the seller description but are not visible in the provided front-facing photograph
- Research required: Strap is noted as brand new rather than original to the 1974 watch