For sale is a highly distinctive and sought after Bulova US Marine Corps Military Issued watch, a compelling timepiece that pays tribute to the service watches of the 1940s and 50s. This watch features the iconic aesthetic of a true military field watch combined with the historical pride of the USMC.
The watch is housed in a compact, rugged 32x32mm bead-blasted or matte-finished metal case with fixed lugs, characteristic of genuine wartime service watches. The cream-colored, aged dial is the centerpiece, featuring bold Arabic numerals with a warm patina, a sub-seconds dial at 6 o'clock, and the striking US Marine Corps Eagle, Globe, and Anchor (EGA) crest with the motto "Semper Fidelis" prominently displayed under the Bulova signature. It is currently fitted on a truly special accessory: a New Old Stock (NOS) World War II-era (circa 1944) US military issued watch strap manufactured by the Brite Company, giving the entire package historical significance.
Key Features:
Brand: Bulova
Model: US Marine Corps Military Issued Style Field Watch
Era: Likely 1940s-1950s
Case: Metal (likely base metal or steel alloy), fixed lugs, 32mm x 32mm
Dial: Aged cream/patina dial with military-style Arabic numerals
Features: USMC "Semper Fidelis" logo (EGA crest), Sub-seconds register at 6 o'clock
Strap: New Old Stock (NOS) World War II, US Military Issued Canvas Strap by the Brite Company
Condition: Honest vintage condition. Case and dial show patina and wear consistent with age. Watch was serviced (October 6th 2025) and is keeping good time.
Why Collectors Love It:
This Bulova military-style watch appeals deeply to collectors of WWII-era watches and military history enthusiasts. The rare combination of the Bulova name with the distinctive US Marine Corps crest is a unique feature. Another compelling element is the inclusion of the Brite Company military issued strap, which instantly elevates the historical authenticity and collectible value of the entire piece. It is a fantastic representation of the robust, functional timepieces used by servicemen, making it a powerful tribute to American military horology.
For sale is a highly distinctive and sought after Bulova US Marine Corps Military Issued watch, a compelling timepiece that pays tribute to the service watches of the 1940s and 50s. This watch features the iconic aesthetic of a true military field watch combined with the historical pride of the USMC.
The watch is housed in a compact, rugged 32x32mm bead-blasted or matte-finished metal case with fixed lugs, characteristic of genuine wartime service watches. The cream-colored, aged dial is the centerpiece, featuring bold Arabic numerals with a warm patina, a sub-seconds dial at 6 o'clock, and the striking US Marine Corps Eagle, Globe, and Anchor (EGA) crest with the motto "Semper Fidelis" prominently displayed under the Bulova signature. It is currently fitted on a truly special accessory: a New Old Stock (NOS) World War II-era (circa 1944) US military issued watch strap manufactured by the Brite Company, giving the entire package historical significance.
Key Features:
Brand: Bulova
Model: US Marine Corps Military Issued Style Field Watch
Era: Likely 1940s-1950s
Case: Metal (likely base metal or steel alloy), fixed lugs, 32mm x 32mm
Dial: Aged cream/patina dial with military-style Arabic numerals
Features: USMC "Semper Fidelis" logo (EGA crest), Sub-seconds register at 6 o'clock
Strap: New Old Stock (NOS) World War II, US Military Issued Canvas Strap by the Brite Company
Condition: Honest vintage condition. Case and dial show patina and wear consistent with age. Watch was serviced (October 6th 2025) and is keeping good time.
Why Collectors Love It:
This Bulova military-style watch appeals deeply to collectors of WWII-era watches and military history enthusiasts. The rare combination of the Bulova name with the distinctive US Marine Corps crest is a unique feature. Another compelling element is the inclusion of the Brite Company military issued strap, which instantly elevates the historical authenticity and collectible value of the entire piece. It is a fantastic representation of the robust, functional timepieces used by servicemen, making it a powerful tribute to American military horology.
