The Facts:
Year/Make/Model: 1965 Bulova "Surf King"
Reference: I437313
Case size (excluding crown): 32.0mm
Case material: Stainless steel
Movement: Manual winding 17 jewel Bulova 11AL
Bands: Stainless steel expansion bracelet
A vintage 1965 Bulova "Surf King" watch, featuring a Swiss-made 17 jewel Bulova 11ALACD movement that has been inspected, fully serviced and timegrapher regulated to ensure accuracy.
This Date King is in outstanding condition for its age! The polished stainless steel case (32.0mm excluding the crown) has minimal age wear and the white, linen-textured dial is in near mint condition. The Bulova logo and ever-so-Sixties indices are all easily legible from a distance and the pitched Dauphine hands are a lovely reflective silver. The crystal has been hand ground, polished, and is clean and clear. The crown has plenty of grip and the watch winds and sets easily.
The snap-on caseback is in fine condition and all date codes match. The 11AL movement is clean, properly lubricated. With a high amplitude, it keeps time with great accuracy. The Surf King comes on what appears to be the original steel expansion bracelet. It's very comfortable and looks phenomenal on the watch! Overall, this mid-Sixties Surf King will quickly find a place in your rotation!
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 and tracking information is always included. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask prior to purchase and I'll reply promptly. Thank you for looking and have a great day!