Bidspirit auction | Vintage 1960 Bulova Self-Winding 10K

Vintage 1960 Bulova Self-Winding 10K Rolled Gold Plate Wristwatch - This vintage Bulova automatic wristwatch features a circular case with a 10K rolled gold plate bezel and a stainless steel screw-back case. The aged cream-tone dial is detailed with applied gold-tone faceted shield-shaped hour markers and an Arabic numeral 12 at the top. The dial is marked Bulova, Selfwinding, and Swiss. The case back is stamped with the date code M0, indicating a production year of 1960, and the serial number E818938. The back also bears technical inscriptions including Shock Resistant, Anti-Magnetic, and Water Proof. The watch is powered by a self-winding mechanical movement and is in running condition. It is currently paired with a black textured leather strap. Case diameter: 20 mm Lug to lug: 28 mm Total length: 6 inches. The watch is in fair to poor vintage condition. The dial shows significant spotting, foxing, and age-related patination throughout. The luminous material on the hands has heavily oxidized to a dark brown color. The acrylic crystal has multiple surface scratches. There is visible verdigris corrosion on the lugs and spring bars, and the gold plating exhibits general wear. The leather strap is heavily worn and distressed. Mechanical timekeeping accuracy and power reserve have not been professionally tested.