{"product_id":"vintage-1955-bulova-senator-23-jewel-self-winding-watch-box-speidel-runs","title":"Vintage 1955 Bulova Senator 23 Jewel Self Winding Watch Box Speidel Runs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-owned vintage condition. Watch is currently running and has been tested on a timegrapher, but it has not been recently serviced and accuracy is not guaranteed. Timegrapher testing showed approximately -43 seconds\/day, 185° amplitude and 2.1 ms beat error at 18,000 bph at the time photographed. Because of its age and performance, a mechanical service is recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe watch shows normal age-related wear, scratches, marks and patina. Crystal shows wear consistent with age. Please review all photographs carefully as they are part of the condition description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffered here is a handsome vintage \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBulova Senator 23 Jewel Self-Winding men’s wristwatch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, dating to approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1955\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e based on the L5 date marking visible on the caseback.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an especially attractive presentation because the watch is accompanied by a vintage \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBulova Senator presentation box\/display\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and a period Bulova \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$49.50 price tag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe silver-tone dial features an attractive concentric circular texture, applied gold-tone markers and hands, Bulova signature, “23 Jewels” designation and “Self Winding” marking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe watch is fitted with a vintage \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpeidel expansion bracelet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The bracelet is marked Speidel and indicates stainless-steel bottom caps with 10K gold-filled top caps.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand: Bulova\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel: Senator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate year: 1955\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDate code: L5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMovement: Mechanical self-winding\/automatic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJewels: 23\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisplay: Analog\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDial: Silver-tone concentric textured dial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase: Gold-tone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBracelet: Vintage Speidel expansion bracelet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBracelet construction: 10K gold-filled top caps \/ stainless-steel bottom caps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage: Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGender: Men’s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry\/era: Vintage American-market Bulova\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBox: Vintage Bulova Senator presentation box included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrice tag: Vintage Bulova $49.50 display tag included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRunning Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe watch is currently running.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA timegrapher test at the time of listing produced approximately:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRate: -43 seconds\/day\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmplitude: 185°\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeat error: 2.1 ms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeat rate: 18,000 bph\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese readings are provided only as a snapshot of the watch’s performance when tested and are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot a guarantee of future accuracy or performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGiven the watch’s age and relatively low amplitude, it should be considered due for routine mechanical service if the buyer intends to use it regularly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo water-resistance testing has been performed. Do not assume a vintage watch remains water resistant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncluded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBulova Senator wristwatch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage Speidel expansion bracelet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBulova Senator presentation\/display box shown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage Bulova $49.50 price tag shown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease examine the photographs carefully for cosmetic condition, markings, bracelet, box and included accessories. The exact watch and items pictured are the items you will receive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn excellent vintage Bulova package with considerable mid-century character and a particularly appealing period presentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boise Watch Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48660718878914,"sku":null,"price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/4105\/8498\/files\/99387C00-6751-4BCB-8F85-C99224A6574D.jpg?v=1787421021","url":"https:\/\/boisewatch.com\/products\/vintage-1955-bulova-senator-23-jewel-self-winding-watch-box-speidel-runs","provider":"Boise Watch Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}