For sale is a compelling vintage Bulova dress watch that perfectly captures the neo-vintage aesthetic, blending 1980s production with classic 1930s styling. Manufactured in 1981, as indicated by the "P1" date code stamped on the case back, this manual-wind mechanical timepiece was produced at the height of the Quartz Crisis. This historical context makes it an exceptional find for traditionalists who value mechanical watchmaking from an era that was otherwise dominated by battery-powered alternatives.
The watch features a striking white mother-of-pearl dial. It utilizes highly desirable Breguet numerals and traditional pomme-style hands, giving it a sophisticated, timeless look that aligns perfectly with current collector trends favoring elegant dress watches over bulky sports models. The inclusion of a sub-seconds register at the 6 o'clock position beautifully evokes the aesthetic of early 20th-century timepieces and Art Deco design. The case utilizes a base metal bezel and a stainless steel case back. To complete the dressy aesthetic, the crown is fitted with a dark cabochon, a luxurious detail frequently associated with high-end brands like Cartier, and the watch is fitted to a classic black leather strap.
Brand: Bulova
Production Year: 1981 (Bulova date code "P1")
Case Material: Base metal bezel with a stainless steel case back
Dial: White mother-of-pearl featuring Breguet numerals and a sub-seconds register
Hands: Traditional pomme-style hands
Crown: Dark cabochon-fitted crown
Strap: Black leather
Movement: Manual-wind mechanical
This neo-vintage piece offers collectors a unique opportunity to own a traditional mechanical watch produced during the peak of the 1980s Quartz Crisis. It appeals to enthusiasts who appreciate classic horological design, pairing an elegant 1930s Art Deco layout with sophisticated touches like the mother-of-pearl dial and a Cartier-esque cabochon crown. It is a highly wearable, timeless dress watch that delivers significant historical romance and architectural charm without the bulk of modern sports models.
All watch purchases from Arrows Vintage Watches include a 48-hour return window. If you’re not fully satisfied, you may return the watch at your expense using the same insured shipping method it was sent with, and in the same condition it was received. Once the watch is returned and inspected, refunds will be issued within 7 days via the original payment method.
All returns and cancellations will be charged a restocking fee around 3% of the total item price. This is the cost of using a payment processor on the site.
For sale is a compelling vintage Bulova dress watch that perfectly captures the neo-vintage aesthetic, blending 1980s production with classic 1930s styling. Manufactured in 1981, as indicated by the "P1" date code stamped on the case back, this manual-wind mechanical timepiece was produced at the height of the Quartz Crisis. This historical context makes it an exceptional find for traditionalists who value mechanical watchmaking from an era that was otherwise dominated by battery-powered alternatives.
The watch features a striking white mother-of-pearl dial. It utilizes highly desirable Breguet numerals and traditional pomme-style hands, giving it a sophisticated, timeless look that aligns perfectly with current collector trends favoring elegant dress watches over bulky sports models. The inclusion of a sub-seconds register at the 6 o'clock position beautifully evokes the aesthetic of early 20th-century timepieces and Art Deco design. The case utilizes a base metal bezel and a stainless steel case back. To complete the dressy aesthetic, the crown is fitted with a dark cabochon, a luxurious detail frequently associated with high-end brands like Cartier, and the watch is fitted to a classic black leather strap.
Brand: Bulova
Production Year: 1981 (Bulova date code "P1")
Case Material: Base metal bezel with a stainless steel case back
Dial: White mother-of-pearl featuring Breguet numerals and a sub-seconds register
Hands: Traditional pomme-style hands
Crown: Dark cabochon-fitted crown
Strap: Black leather
Movement: Manual-wind mechanical
This neo-vintage piece offers collectors a unique opportunity to own a traditional mechanical watch produced during the peak of the 1980s Quartz Crisis. It appeals to enthusiasts who appreciate classic horological design, pairing an elegant 1930s Art Deco layout with sophisticated touches like the mother-of-pearl dial and a Cartier-esque cabochon crown. It is a highly wearable, timeless dress watch that delivers significant historical romance and architectural charm without the bulk of modern sports models.
All watch purchases from Arrows Vintage Watches include a 48-hour return window. If you’re not fully satisfied, you may return the watch at your expense using the same insured shipping method it was sent with, and in the same condition it was received. Once the watch is returned and inspected, refunds will be issued within 7 days via the original payment method.
All returns and cancellations will be charged a restocking fee around 3% of the total item price. This is the cost of using a payment processor on the site.
