Gold-Plated Bulova Gents' Wristwatch. Switzlerland, 1954

Stylish classic-style gold-plated Bulova gents wristwatch, made in Switzerland in 1954. This great watch is in perfect working order and fine condition, being a timeless and elegant item. It mounts a wind-up movement in perfect working order. The dial is beige, the hour ring being a darker shade of the same color. It has golden metal hour markers at the 12, 3, 6 and 9 positions. The 10K-gold-plated casing shows a curious and attractive industrial-style design. The rear cap bears the engraved inscription 10K ROLLED GOLD PLATE - BULOVA - L4 and the serial number 8550600. The brand name is also engraved inside the rear cap and at the movement. Elegant and functional, this classic-style gold-plated Bulova gentleman wristwatch is a truly charming jewel. Dimensions: Diameter: 29 mm. Bulova Watches - History Bulova is a watchmaking Company founded in 1875 by Joseph Bulova, born in Bohemia. The entrepreneur opened a small jewelry business in New York, and in 1911 they started making pocket watches and mantel and wall clocks. During the I World War, the firm started manufacturing the wristwatches which would make them worldwide renowned. In 1928 Bulova launched one of the companys milestones, the first radio-operated watch in history. During the 20th and 21th centuries, Bulova has kept on growing in the field of luxury watchmaking. In 2010 they launched the Precisionist collection, which included a non-stop secondary hand movement, and in 2016 they presented the Curv series with thefirst curve chronograph movement ever made.