Bulova

1971 Bulova Ladies Diver "O" (Ref. 7042)

$ 950

Founded in New York by Czech immigrant, Joseph Bulova, in 1875, Bulova began as a jewelry and clock repair store before moving into the manufacturing of watch components and jeweled movements in the early 1900s. 

Over time, the brand would come to be known for its unique and funky watches that were made from the '60s into the '80s, ranging from eccentric electric watches like the famous Accutron to iconic diving watches like the "Devil Diver," nicknamed in reference to their ominous depth ratings of 666 ft.

This particular Devil Diver is one of the coolest women's watches we have right now. At 25mm, it's petite with various pops of color at first glance but offers a distinctly commanding presence once you take a closer look. This is a choice everyday watch that will pair beautifully with outfits ranging from weekend casual to formal business meetings, and one that will be especially popular among collectors and enthusiasts alike. 

SPECS

Stock # BLVLDYO
Brand Bulova
Style Ladies Diver "O"
Model 7042
Serial N1
Size Women's
Material Stainless Steel
Dial Blue
Millimeters 26
Strap 2pc Rubber Tropic Strap

CASE & BRACELET

The gorgeous stainless steel tonneau-style case retains crisp edges with no notable evidence of being previously polished present. The case retains its original "Bulova" signed twin crowns at 2 and 4 o'clock. The caseback displays all of its original factory engravings. The watch comes on a two-piece tropic strap.

DIAL & HANDS

The metallic navy blue dial is in exceptional condition showing only light signs of aging. The inner rotating bezel is fantastic, offering pops of red and white with a triangular lume pip that has aged to a nice cream color. The lume plots at each hour marker have aged to match the inner bezel perfectly. The hands are in fantastic condition with inlaid lume that is a few shades lighter than the dial. The date wheel at 12 o'clock features red numerals to match the inner bezel.

ACCESSORIES 

None. The watch is keeping time and functioning perfectly, previous service history is unknown.