Bulova 1974 Accutron Date & Day

Submitted by Geoff Baker on July 3, 2012 - 3:25pm
CD
Manufacture Year
1974
Movement Model
218
Movement Jewels
15
Case Serial No.
J011042
Case shape
Round
Case color
Yellow
Case Manufacturer
Bulova
Gender
Mens
Watch Description

Very nice 1974 Accutron  "Woody" Bulova Model 22508-Y. Original braclet. Period clam shell display case is solid wood (how appropriate). Also includes cardboard storage box. Also pictured are his brothers - triplets!

Added 7/3/2012  -  Photos Updated 2/28/2022

1974 Bulova Accutron Woody 1 Geoffrey Baker 2 28 2022
1974 Bulova Accutron Woody 2 Geoffrey Baker 2 28 2022
1974 Bulova Accutron Woody 3 Geoffrey Baker 2 28 2022
1974 Bulova Accutron Woody 4 Geoffrey Baker 2 28 2022
1974 Bulova Accutron Woody 5 Geoffrey Baker 2 28 2022
1974 Bulova Accutron Woody 6 Geoffrey Baker 2 28 2022
Geoff Baker
Posted November 22, 2012 - 11:55am

I am sad to report that the Baker family will soon be saying goodbye a beloved member. The Bruno family on the other hand will, I'm certain, be delighted to welcome one late Monday afternoon when I deliver this beauty, in all it's glory, to my good friend Bob! I am anticipating that the event will be properly celebrated with adult beverages and perhaps a bite or two of beef.

I am also certain that his photos will be superior to these.

William Smith
Posted November 22, 2012 - 1:15pm

At least it's staying in the family.  Just a new home.  Have fun delivering this beauty to its new home.

bobbee
Posted November 22, 2012 - 1:30pm

Geoff, which one is flying the coop, Huey, Louey or Dewey?

Geoff Baker
Posted July 26, 2019 - 10:50pm

JEV1A
Posted March 13, 2022 - 11:26am

Why is it the little price tag is always missing on the plastic box above the Accutron logo? Answer: The Jewelers pulled them out quick to get more money. 

Using wood anywhere on a watch is for practical reasons the dumbest idea in the history of watches. I know we are supposed to be positive about Vintage Bulova here but paper thin walnut veneer glued into the bezel warps and also leaks. Pretty watch new these are wonderful to look at but daily wearers? I think not. Novel idea just not practical at all.

Think of what happens to your 1940 Ford Woody after years of surfing on the beach. Now think of a watch with wood trim... its crazy actually but cool looking.

I think we love Bulova for their innovations in design never seen before. They have always been the personification of a radical watchmaker and still are today! 

John V. / Time & Again 

Geoff Baker
Posted March 13, 2022 - 11:17pm

John, please do some research before commenting on a watch you clearly have never touched, your comments are completely off base. There is no real wood and it is not walnut. The faux  wood is rosewood and has no impact on the use or wear of these watches. I have owned three of these watches and wore them hundreds of times. This is one of the most iconic Accutron models and continues to be one of the most sought after versions.