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IWC 38mm Unworn NOS Electronic Old Tuning Fork Yellow Gold
IWC 38mm Unworn NOS Electronic Old Tuning Fork Yellow Gold

IWC 38mm Unworn NOS Electronic Old Tuning Fork Yellow Gold

By IWC

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A mens yellow gold IWC Electronic Old Tuning Fork wristwatch. Featuring a champagne dial with applied hour markers, a date aperture and a yellow gold bezel. Fitted with a plastic gla...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rado DiaStar Stainless Steel Date Electrosonic Men’s Watch
Rado DiaStar Stainless Steel Date Electrosonic Men’s Watch

Rado DiaStar Stainless Steel Date Electrosonic Men’s Watch

By RADO

Located in New York, NY

Powered by Rado’s pioneering Electrosonic tuning-fork movement, this watch represents an important chapter in Swiss horological history, bridging traditional watchmaking and electron...

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bulova 14Kt Solid White Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch with Diamonds circa 1940's
Bulova 14Kt Solid White Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch with Diamonds circa 1940's

Bulova 14Kt Solid White Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch with Diamonds circa 1940's

By Bulova

Located in Long Beach, CA

The company was an early innovator, pioneering standardized production techniques that allowed for the mass production of high-quality watches. Bulova's commitment to precision and m...

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

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1974 Bulova Accutron Men's Gold-Plated Watch with Tuning Fork Movement 2110
1974 Bulova Accutron Men's Gold-Plated Watch with Tuning Fork Movement 2110

1974 Bulova Accutron Men's Gold-Plated Watch with Tuning Fork Movement 2110

By Accutron

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Champagne & Black Dial, Gold M & H Hand w/ Luminous Accents Labeled "BULOVA ACCUTRON (tuning fork)" Accented Tic Marks 28 mm in Diameter Original Black Leather Bulova Bracelet w/ Go...

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Vintage 1970s American Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage 1970s Gold-Plated "Tuning Fork" Bulova Pat. with Sweep Seconds Watch
Vintage 1970s Gold-Plated "Tuning Fork" Bulova Pat. with Sweep Seconds Watch

Vintage 1970s Gold-Plated "Tuning Fork" Bulova Pat. with Sweep Seconds Watch

By Bulova

Located in Carlisle, GB

This pre-owned vintage battery operated watch is in good working condition and it is running well. Visible signs of ageing and wear with light scratches on the glass and on the watch...

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Vintage 1970s American Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Omega Constellation Men's Wrist Watch Electronic f300Hz Tuning Fork Cal 1250
Omega Constellation Men's Wrist Watch Electronic f300Hz Tuning Fork Cal 1250

Omega Constellation Men's Wrist Watch Electronic f300Hz Tuning Fork Cal 1250

By Omega

Located in Dearborn, MI

Omega Constellation Men's Wrist Watch Electronic f300Hz Tuning Fork Cal 1250 Genuine Omega Constellation Tuning Fork Wrist Watch Date Chronograph 3 o'clock Serial Number 36951104...

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Omega Constellation Men's Wrist Watch Electronic f300Hz Tuning Fork Cal 1250
Omega Constellation Men's Wrist Watch Electronic f300Hz Tuning Fork Cal 1250

Omega Constellation Men's Wrist Watch Electronic f300Hz Tuning Fork Cal 1250

By Omega

Located in Dearborn, MI

Omega Constellation Men's Wrist Watch Electronic f300Hz Tuning Fork Cal 1250 Genuine Omega Constellation Tuning Fork Wrist Watch Date Chronograph 3 o'clock Serial Number 3695110...

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire

Vintage Bulova Accutron Tuning Fork Electronic Ref M7, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Case
Vintage Bulova Accutron Tuning Fork Electronic Ref M7, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Case

Vintage Bulova Accutron Tuning Fork Electronic Ref M7, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Case

By Bulova

Located in Canterbury, England

This would have been one of the most prestigious and advanced watches when sold new. The case size measures 33mm x 39mm, with depth 10mm, meaning this watch wears in a more contempor...

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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Bulova Accutron Spaceview D Gold Wristwatch, circa 1961
Bulova Accutron Spaceview D Gold Wristwatch, circa 1961

Bulova Accutron Spaceview D Gold Wristwatch, circa 1961

By Bulova Watch Company

Located in Aspen, CO

This is a watch that keeps time using the constant vibrations of a tuning fork, thus this watch does not "tick", but hums.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Bulova Accutron Spaceview Stainless Steel Tuning Fork Men’s Watch
Bulova Accutron Spaceview Stainless Steel Tuning Fork Men’s Watch

Bulova Accutron Spaceview Stainless Steel Tuning Fork Men’s Watch

By Accutron

Located in New York, NY

Light wear consistent with age; a collectible piece of horological history that represents Bulova’s groundbreaking leap into the electronic watch era. Brand: Bulova Accutron Model: ...

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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage IWC Electronic 12j Tuning Fork Day Date 37mm Steel Watch Caliber 160
Vintage IWC Electronic 12j Tuning Fork Day Date 37mm Steel Watch Caliber 160

Vintage IWC Electronic 12j Tuning Fork Day Date 37mm Steel Watch Caliber 160

By IWC

Located in Montclair, NJ

Watchmaker: IWC Movement: Quartz - 12 jewels - Cal. 160 Case Material: Stainless Steel Gross Weight: 59.1 Grams (including case, movement, and strap) Case Width: 37mm Case Height: 4...

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

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By Omega

Located in London, GB

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1961 Seiko Cronos "Sea Horse" J13043  Original Factory Seal New Old Stock
1961 Seiko Cronos "Sea Horse" J13043  Original Factory Seal New Old Stock

1961 Seiko Cronos "Sea Horse" J13043 Original Factory Seal New Old Stock

By Seiko

Located in Northampton, MA

This is a legendary 1961 Seiko Cronos Sea Horse in verified New Old Stock (NOS) condition. Discovered in a state of preservation rarely seen in 60-year-old timepieces, this watch sti...

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Located in Peshawar, PK

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By Omega

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

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By Audemars Piguet

Located in Antwerp, BE

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By Diamond Scene

Located in New York, NY

An amazing diamond full of sparkle and brilliance! A rare and most sought after rectangular shape! GIA certified Fancy Yellow 10.17 carat SI2 center diamond. 1.55 carats of white...

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Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Mickey" Dial circa 1960's
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Mickey" Dial circa 1960's

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Mickey" Dial circa 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length "Lug Tip to Lug T...

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Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Persian Numbers circa, 1960's
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By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

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Cartier Ronde Solo Ref 3517 Large Steel Automatic Wrist Watch

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By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 2018 Cartier Reference 3517 Ronde Solo Wrist Watch, 42 M.M. 2 piece Stainless Steel Water Resistant case, Automatic, Self winding movement, Sapphire set crown, Sapphire Glass C...

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Historical  Rolex Cosmograph Daytona  Big Red 6263 steel  1979
Historical  Rolex Cosmograph Daytona  Big Red 6263 steel  1979

Historical Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Big Red 6263 steel 1979

By Rolex

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

First launched in 1963 and created specifically for the world of automotive racing, the Rolex Daytona collection is arguably one of the most popular and universally respected lines o...

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Steel

Cartier Ronde Solo de Cartier 34mm Quartz Stainless Steel Watch
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Located in Guangzhou, CN

Cartier Ronde Solo de Cartier 34mm Quartz Stainless Steel Watch Custom set with top VVS diamonds (after-set) Date display Classic, luxurious and versatile style Original factory diam...

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Early 2000s French Wrist Watches

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By RADO

Located in Toronto, CA

Description Brand : Rado Model: Ncc 505 Reference Number: 625.3174.4 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Case Material: Stainless Steel Measurements : Case...

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Located in Brooklyn, NY

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1947 Rolex Precision Vintage Mens Claw Lugs Square Dress Watch, 14K Rose Gold SS
1947 Rolex Precision Vintage Mens Claw Lugs Square Dress Watch, 14K Rose Gold SS

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By Rolex

Located in Suwanee, GA

NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...

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Omega De Ville Symbol 18k Gold Steel Quartz Men's Watch
Omega De Ville Symbol 18k Gold Steel Quartz Men's Watch

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By Omega

Located in New York, NY

Classic Omega De Ville quartz watch featuring a two-tone stainless steel and 18k gold case paired with a warm gold sunburst dial. The design showcases applied stick markers, Roman nu...

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20th Century Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

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Questions About Tuning Fork Watch
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A tuning fork watch uses a tuning fork instead of a balance wheel and is driven by a solenoid-powered one-transistor oscillator circuit and no mechanical contacts. An attached pawl and index wheel turn the gear train. A collection of vintage tuning fork watches is available on 1stDibs.