Bidspirit auction | Bulova 1965 Self-Winding H999100 10K

Bulova 1965 Self-Winding H999100 10K RGP Linen Dial Men's Wrist Watch - A vintage Bulova men's wrist watch, reference H999100, manufactured in 1965 as indicated by the M5 date code on the case back. The timepiece features a self-winding automatic movement, and the watch runs. The case is constructed with a 10K rolled gold plate bezel and a stainless steel screw-down case back. The gold-tone dial features a textured linen or cross-hatch finish with applied gold-tone Arabic numerals at the 12, 3, 6, and 9 o'clock positions and tapered baton markers for the remaining hours. It is equipped with gold-tone alpha-style hands and a central sweep seconds hand. The dial is marked Bulova, Self Winding, and T SWISS T. The watch is fitted with a period JB Champion expansion bracelet made of gold-tone metal over stainless steel. Markings on the case back include Bulova, 10K RGP Bezel, Stainless Steel Back, Shock Resistant, Anti-Magnetic, Self Winding, and Waterproof. The interior links of the bracelet are stamped JB Champion Stainless and include U.S. Patent numbers. Case diameter: 31 mm (excluding crown) Lug-to-lug distance: 38 mm. The watch shows heavy wear and significant signs of age. There is noticeable loss of gold plating, commonly referred to as brassing, on the lugs, bezel edges, and the expansion bracelet, revealing the base metal beneath. The acrylic crystal exhibits numerous surface scratches and scuffs. Grime and pitting are evident on the case back and in the crevices between the lugs. While the watch runs, its mechanical accuracy, water resistance, and internal condition have not been professionally tested; a full service is recommended.