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How do you spot a fake Bulova watch?

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How do you spot a fake Bulova watch?
To spot a fake Bulova watch, first examine the back of the watch.

On timepieces produced before 1950, you will find a symbol that corresponds to the year of production. All Bulova watches made from 1950 onwards should display a two-character code that consists of one letter and one number. Once you find the code, research the watches Bulova produced that year using trusted online resources. Double check that the style of timepiece was in production at that time. Also, look at the Bulova wordmark that appears on the back of the watch case. The American watchmaker has used different wordings for this mark over the years, so confirm that the details of the stamp are appropriate for the year of production.

If you need help determining whether your watch is real or fake, a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert can assist you.

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Vintage Mens Unique Bulova Wrist Watch Manual Wind Antique Retro 1950's
By Bulova
Located in Dearborn, MI
Vintage Mens Unique Bulova Wrist Watch Manual Wind Antique Retro 1950's Genuine Mens Bulova Wrist Watch Runs Great 30mm Case 10 CL Movement 17 Jewels Unadjusted Manual Wind Case Number H466054 10K Rolled Gold Plate...
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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Bulova 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Manual Winding Watch Mint Condition
By Bulova
Located in Dallas, TX
Bulova Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch - Manual. 14K Yellow gold case; Oval shaped with diamond lugs ( 21 mm ). Champagne dial with stick hour mark...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Bulova Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Factory Original Dial 1950's
By Bulova
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Round Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1950 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm "Lug Tip to Lug Tip" X Diameter 30mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Automatic Winding / 23 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Factory Original Dial with Silvered Dial and Gold Filled Markers / Gold Filled Hands ATTACHMENT / BRACELET: Leather, 16mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT What an exceptionally beautiful watch this is. The watch looks new and the dial is flawless as well. We were Bulova agents when this watch was first introduced and I remember selling a few of them as well. Our finest Master Watchmaker has just given this watch a Factory Quality Service as well and the watch keeps excellent dependable time. It is the perfect unisex and can be worn for all types of occasions and counted on as well to get you there on time, every time. BULOVA HISTORY Bulova, an iconic American watch brand, was founded in 1875 by Joseph Bulova, a Bohemian immigrant, who opened a small jewelry shop on Maiden Lane in New York City. Initially focusing on jewelry and pocket watches, Bulova quickly expanded its horizons, establishing a factory in Bienne, Switzerland, in 1912 for the mass production of watch components. This move allowed for standardized parts and assembly, a pioneering concept in watchmaking. Throughout the 20th century, Bulova became synonymous with innovation, introducing the first full lines of men's and ladies' wristwatches, airing the first radio and television commercials, and creating the revolutionary Accutron watch...
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Gold-filled

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Bulova Accutron 34mm Date Quartz Wrist Watch Ref. M9
By Bulova
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Bulova Reference No.: M9 Movement: Quartz - American Made Case Dimensions: 34mm (width - not including crown) - 40mm (lug to lug) Case Thickness: 10mm Strap: Brown Genuin...
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20th Century American Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Bulova (Swiss) 18K Gold-Plated Retro c1960's Manual 24mm Ladies' Watch
By Bulova
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This classical Vintage Bulova Anti-Magnetic ladies’ wristwatch is in great condition & in excellent working order Simple & timeless, it is an ideal watch for every day The timepie...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Gold Plate

Bulova 14 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Wristwatch, 1950s
By Bulova
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning 14K gold Bulova Watch, this watch has had little use over it's years, Black Leather band. Measures Luge to Luge 38.6 mm or 1.5 in Width 31.97 ...
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Vintage 1950s American Wrist Watches

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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