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sleepyastronaut
ยทBought this as a non-runner to harvest the bracelet. Cleaned and lubed the keyless works and it started running. Seconds hand was missing, so I added a black one from my stash. Dial washer is missing.
Dial is questionable so I've put this up as a parts watch, but this could be a complete watch with a little attention.
Bulova import code (BXW) on balance cock puts this at 1936 or later; Master Watch Case puts this before 1940.
The Good:
Runs, keeps time within a few minutes per day. Needs a proper service, but at least it doesn't appear to stop randomly.
Winds easily, held enough power to run overnight.
Good rose gold color crown.
Good, matched pair of blued H & M hands.
Serviceable 10K RGP Master 'Sutton' case, rose gold bezel, stainless steel back, 16mm lug width.
This movement is allegedly equivalent to a Bulova 10BL.
The Bad:
Hand setting is a little bit stiff. May just need a dial washer.
One keyless works screw is incorrect / too small. I swapped the screws and confirmed the issue follows the screw; the threads in the main plate appear ok. Screw is held in with a tiny dab of blue loctite, currently in the position closer to the crown.
Crystal is glued in sloppily. I pegged it out a bit but it's still pretty messy.
Stem is loose, may be incorrect, but works.
Case plating is worn through in spots.
Checked eBay, going rate appears to be ~$40 for a non-running 335 movement with a good balance.
Asking $15, including USPS First Class shipping within USA
Offers
Thanks OF for the space!
Dial is questionable so I've put this up as a parts watch, but this could be a complete watch with a little attention.
Bulova import code (BXW) on balance cock puts this at 1936 or later; Master Watch Case puts this before 1940.
The Good:
Runs, keeps time within a few minutes per day. Needs a proper service, but at least it doesn't appear to stop randomly.
Winds easily, held enough power to run overnight.
Good rose gold color crown.
Good, matched pair of blued H & M hands.
Serviceable 10K RGP Master 'Sutton' case, rose gold bezel, stainless steel back, 16mm lug width.
This movement is allegedly equivalent to a Bulova 10BL.
The Bad:
Hand setting is a little bit stiff. May just need a dial washer.
One keyless works screw is incorrect / too small. I swapped the screws and confirmed the issue follows the screw; the threads in the main plate appear ok. Screw is held in with a tiny dab of blue loctite, currently in the position closer to the crown.
Crystal is glued in sloppily. I pegged it out a bit but it's still pretty messy.
Stem is loose, may be incorrect, but works.
Case plating is worn through in spots.
Checked eBay, going rate appears to be ~$40 for a non-running 335 movement with a good balance.
Asking $15, including USPS First Class shipping within USA
Offers
Thanks OF for the space!
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