1977 Bulova Accutron Watch Day/Date ALL Two-Tone S.S. Wristwatch 2193 - ALL Original 2-Box & Papers

Watch Overview

This Bulova Accutron, reference GT-3648 Series 218, dating from 1977, is a vintage men’s wristwatch made in U.S.A., that blends classic elegance with cutting-edge technology of its time. Powered by the Bulova Caliber 2193 tuning fork movement, this watch features a day/date calendar, hacking seconds, and delivers precise timekeeping with a frequency of 360 vph.

The 37.7mm tonneau-shaped two-tone stainless steel case is paired with a gold-tone fixed textured bezel and a textured gold-tone dial. Luminous baton hour markers, black minute/second track, and matching luminous hands provide excellent readability, while the day/date window at 3 o’clock adds functional convenience.

Fitted with the original JB Champion stainless steel bracelet with micro-adjustment options for a perfect fit, this Accutron comes complete with double box and papers, and has been fully inspected and authenticated, remaining in good, ready-to-wear condition.

Product Details

General Specifications

• Brand: Bulova
• Type: Wristwatch
• Model: Accutron
• Reference: GT-3648 - Series 218
• Year / Era: 1977 - Vintage
• Gender: Men's
• Country of Manufacture: United States - U.S.A.

Dial & Display

• Display: Analog
• Color: Textured gold-tone
• Features: gold-tone baton hour markers, black minute/second track, luminous dots and matching hands. Day/date window at 3 o'clock.

Movement

• Type: Tuning Fork - Quartz
• Caliber: 2193
• Jewels: 8
• Movement Functions:
  • Battery Powered
  • Central hours, minutes and seconds
  • Day/date calendar
  • Hacking-Seconds
• Power Reserve: -
• Frequency: 360 vph

Case & Band

• Material: Two-tonww stainless Steel
• Case Shape: Tonneau/barrel
• Bezel: Gold-tone. Fixed, textured
• Crystal: -
• Back: Screw
• Crown: Signed pull-push at 4 o'clock position
• Water Resistance: -
• Band Type: Original stainless JB Champion steel bracelet featuring micro-adjustment options for a perfect fit.
• Case Back Markings: Bulova - N7 - Stainless Steel - Water Resistant

Case Measurements (mm)

• Case Size: 37.7
• Case Diameter w/Crown: 38.8
• Case Lug to Lug:
• Case Thickness: 11
• Lug Width: 18
• Band Width: 18

Additional Info

• Box & Papers: YES - Double box and papers.
• Condition: The watch is in good condition, some signs of wear consistent with use, a solid case, bezel, nice dial and original bracelet.
• Extras: This timepiece has been fully inspected and authenticated by our in-house watchmaker, confirming that it runs accurately. It is ready to wear.

History & Legacy of Bulova

The Bulova Watch Company is a distinguished American watchmaker with a legacy spanning more than 140 years. Founded in 1875 by Czech immigrant Joseph Bulova in New York City, the company quickly earned a reputation for innovation and precision in timekeeping. Originally producing high-quality pocket watches and jewelry, Bulova became a pioneer in the wristwatch market by the early 20th century. Notably, the brand introduced the first full line of men's wristwatches in 1919 and was among the first to implement standardized production across its timepieces. Throughout the decades, Bulova led numerous horological milestones, including the launch of the first television commercial in 1941. In 2008, Bulova was acquired by Citizen Watch Co. Ltd. of Japan, forming Citizen Watch America. Today, Bulova continues to offer a diverse range of watches—from classic automatics to cutting-edge precisionist models—renowned for their craftsmanship, reliability, and iconic American style.

The Bulova Accutron, launched in 1960, revolutionized watchmaking as the world’s first fully electronic watch. Its groundbreaking movement replaced the traditional balance wheel and hairspring with a 360-hertz tuning fork powered by a transistor-controlled electronic circuit. This innovation allowed the Accutron to achieve a then-unmatched accuracy of within ±2 seconds per day, far surpassing mechanical watches of the time. The tuning fork mechanism also produced a distinctive humming sound, a hallmark of Accutron timepieces. Because of its superior precision and reliability, the Accutron movement was adopted in numerous aerospace applications. It was used in 46 NASA missions, integrated into satellite timing instruments, and issued to pilots of the experimental X-15 rocket plane. The Accutron was not only a technical marvel but also a symbol of modernity, widely embraced by both consumers and professionals in aviation and space exploration. Its slogan, “Accutron – Tomorrow’s Watch,” captured the spirit of innovation that defined a generation of timekeeping.

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