What? It's not a Heuer?
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What? It's not a Heuer?
No, it's a NOS vintage Caravelle by Bulova with a very rare 3D dial. It measures 38.2 mm by 41.5 mm and is 11.7 mm high. The brushed case is finished in a black that does not appear to be PVD and actually looks like some sort of anodizing. The dial has vertical brushing and a 3D effect that ranges from blue, to grey, to almost black in some lighting.
My understanding is that this watch was manufactured by Bulova in the 1970s and it features an automatic movement. It comes on a thin, glove soft, 19 mm strap.
I have been able to only find one other example that was for sale on WUS some time ago. I doubt I'll ever encounter another person wearing one of these.
My understanding is that this watch was manufactured by Bulova in the 1970s and it features an automatic movement. It comes on a thin, glove soft, 19 mm strap.
I have been able to only find one other example that was for sale on WUS some time ago. I doubt I'll ever encounter another person wearing one of these.
Rick
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Re: What? It's not a Heuer?
That is pug ugly in a cool sort of way.
Definitely not seen anything like that before & i like it
Definitely not seen anything like that before & i like it
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Re: What? It's not a Heuer?
Excellent question!atnits wrote:Definitely cool! Was TRON before or after this watch?
That really is different Rick. have not seen that before. Nice pick up.
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Re: What? It's not a Heuer?
I think it screams the 70's. Bell bottom pants and tie-dyed shirts.
Rick
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CW C8 Pilot MK I and II, 2011 and 13 FLEs, C5 B of B and Malvern Aviator MK II, C11 MSL MK I, C70 DBR1, C60 and C60 GMT, C9 Harrison, C9 Chrono, C10 Aviator
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Re: What? It's not a Heuer?
Very Kooky!
I like it when you buy oddities. Get a forest gump moment (i .e never gonna know whatcha gonna get). Wouldn't look as good without the pvd case.
I like it when you buy oddities. Get a forest gump moment (i .e never gonna know whatcha gonna get). Wouldn't look as good without the pvd case.
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Re: What? It's not a Heuer?
Goodness me - having trouble focussing now. I want one.
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Re: What? It's not a Heuer?
You know, I don't think I've ever gotten a comment from Mortis on my choice in watches. Surely he would have a comment on this one.
Rick
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CW C8 Pilot MK I and II, 2011 and 13 FLEs, C5 B of B and Malvern Aviator MK II, C11 MSL MK I, C70 DBR1, C60 and C60 GMT, C9 Harrison, C9 Chrono, C10 Aviator
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Re: What? It's not a Heuer?
Inception more than TRON to me, is that also one of the hypnotist's apparatus?
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Re: What? It's not a Heuer?
Different, unique, interesting... Like it!
Nice pick up, congrats.
Nice pick up, congrats.
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Re: What? It's not a Heuer?
Lovely watch but where is the little silver ball & how do you get it out of the maze?
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Re: What? It's not a Heuer?
I think you could be right there, Rick. Quirky, but I do like it!Mr Rick wrote: I have been able to only find one other example that was for sale on WUS some time ago. I doubt I'll ever encounter another person wearing one of these.
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Re: What? It's not a Heuer?
as has been said quirky but cool. Your vintage collection is inspirational. While they are more than I can afford they have made me look at retro styled watches - Autodromo being my current favourite!
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