Vintage 1965 Bulova M5 Pre-Snorkel Devil Diver w/Patina,Signed Crown,RUNS FAST

Description: ***********The automatic movement with semi-quickset date function gains about 25 minutes by the end of its approximate 43 hour power reserve period. Given this and considering that it has likely been several decades since the movement was last serviced a complete overhaul is long overdue and recommended.***********This seldom seen vintage 1965 Bulova Snorkel Devil Diver, which came from the estate of its original owner, has a naturally aged champagne "-T SWISS T-" signed dial that is in lovely but not perfect condition as it shows age-related wear. The original lume, which remains fully intact and emits a faint, short-lived glow after being exposed to bright light, has aged gracefully. The metal hands show rust. The bezel, which shows wear and the loss of majority of its black enamel paint, ratchets bidirectionally. The all stainless steel case shows honest wear with minor signs of oxidation. The outside of the case back is stamped "BULOVA" and "WATERPROOF." The outer edge of the inside of the case back is stamped "STAINLESS STEEL M5 386-1 MLB" with "SWISS" stamped along the inner edge. The crystal needs to be replaced. The 17 jewels unadjusted Swiss "BULOVA WATCH Co,""M5" and "11 ALACD" stamped automatic movement with semi-quickset date function runs strong, albeit fast, and the date wheel completes rolling over at approximately 12:03 am. The semi-quickset date function works flawlessly by manually rolling over a new date and then moving the hour hand repeatedly between the 22 and 24 hour marks. After recently winding the non-screwdown, signed crown 39 full revolutions the movement gained about 25 minutes by the end of its approximate 43 hour power reserve period. Although the crown turns a bit stiffly when setting the time it winds smoothly. Given that the movement runs fast and considering that it has likely been several decades since it was last serviced a complete overhaul is long overdue and recommended. This watch measures approximately 35 mm excluding the crown, approximately 38.5 mm including the crown and approximately 18 mm between the lugs. Case thickness, measured from the bottom of the case back to the top of the bezel, is approximately 8.5 mm. Including the crystal thickness measures approximately 11 mm. The lug to lug distance measures approximately 43 mm. A complete overhaul is long overdue and recommended. As such there are no warranties, express or implied, attached with the sale of this watch. Vintage means old and while my personal belief is that old-school means better quality and workmanship, things can and do go wrong from time to time. Any servicing costs going forward are your responsibility. Please thoroughly read this entire listing and kindly ask any and all questions you may have prior to buying as this sale is final and no refunds of any kind will be given. And please study the 24 high magnification pictures carefully as they are part of the description and serve as an accurate representation of the condition of this watch. Expedited and insured shipping along with signature confirmation will be provided. Thanks for looking!***********The automatic movement with semi-quickset date function gains about 25 minutes by the end of its approximate 43 hour power reserve period. Given this and considering that it has likely been several decades since the movement was last serviced a complete overhaul is long overdue and recommended.***********

Price: 595 USD

Location: Brea, California

End Time: 2024-12-11T13:50:14.000Z

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