The Facts:
Year/Make/Model: 1961 Bulova Craftsman "G" variant
Reference: F238256
Case size (excluding crown): 22.2mm by 28.2mm
Case material: 10k white gold filled
Movement: manual 21 jewel Bulova 8AC
Bands: black leather with silver buckle
A 1961 Bulova Craftsman "G" men's watch with a U.S.-made 21 jewel 8AC movement that has been inspected, fully serviced, and timegrapher regulated to ensure accuracy.
As soon as I recognized this watch was a Craftsman "G" variant, I snapped it up! This model has been found in the Bulova linebooks but hasn't been added to the database, because it's never been located... until now! Instantly recognizable thanks to its asymmetrical 10k white gold filled case (22.2mm excluding the crown by 28.2mm excluding the lugs) the watch is in very good condition, with light to average age wear. The Bulova-signed crown has plenty of grip and the watch winds and sets effortlessly.
The silver starburst dial has light wear below the Bulova logo, but it's hardly noticeable. All branding is crisp and clear and Index hands are a lovely reflective silver. The crystal has been hand-polished and reinstalled using professional G-S Hypo-Cement, it looks practically new and does a fine job of preserving that dial. The caseback is in excellent condition, with very minimal age wear and all date codes match on this triple-signed beauty.
The high-end 21 jewel 8AC movement has clearly been well cared for over the decades; it's clean and properly lubricated; with a healthy amplitude, it is keeping time accurately. The watch comes on new old-stock black lizard grain leather bands with a matching silver buckle and old school oversized strap keeper. If you've been looking for a one-of-a kind Bulova watch, this is the model for you!
Please note that all mechanical watches, including automatics, require occasional winding in order to function properly. The watch will be well packaged and shipped out within one business day via USPS Ground Advantage. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask prior to purchase and I'll respond promptly. Thank you for looking and have a great day.