{"product_id":"vintage-bulla-ancre-17-rubis-wristwatch-17-jewel-swiss-repair-project","title":"Vintage Bulla Ancre 17 Rubis Wristwatch – 17 Jewel Swiss – Repair Project","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"106\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"106\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"398\"\u003eA vintage Bulla wristwatch dating from approximately the 1950s–1960s, fitted with a Swiss-made 17 jewel manual wind movement. This attractive vintage watch features a warm gold coloured case, original aged dial with Arabic numerals, blued steel hands, and a pleasing period appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"700\"\u003eThe watch winds and runs but stops intermittently, indicating that a service or repair is required before reliable use. The dial has developed an attractive vintage patina, the crystal remains in excellent condition and it's fitted with a quality leather strap and \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"719\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"719\"\u003eMaker History\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"721\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003eBulla was one of many mid-20th-century Swiss watch brands producing reliable, affordable mechanical watches. While not as widely known today as some of the larger Swiss manufacturers, watches such as this were often fitted with quality Swiss movements and represented good value timepieces during the post-war period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003eKey Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003e• Maker: Bulla\u003cbr data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003e• Model \/ Grade: Ancre 17 Rubis\u003cbr data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003e• Date \/ Period: c.1950s–1960s\u003cbr data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003e• Material: gold-coloured plated case with stainless steel back\u003cbr data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003e• Movement Type: Swiss manual wind\u003cbr data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003e• Jewels: 17 Jewels\u003cbr data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003e• Dial Type: Original silvered dial with Arabic numerals\u003cbr data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003e• Hands: Blued steel cathedral-style hands\u003cbr data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1375\"\u003e• Other Features: Incabloc shock protection, antimagnetic, waterproof marked, screw-back case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1484\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1484\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003e• Case Diameter: 30.7mm (excluding crown)\u003cbr data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003e• Case Diameter: 33.4mm (including crown)\u003cbr data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003e• Lug to Lug: 39.4mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003e• Thickness: 10.9mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1619\"\u003e• Lug Width: 16mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1651\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1651\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1995\"\u003e• Winds and runs but stops occasionally\u003cbr data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1695\"\u003e• Service or repair required\u003cbr data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1726\"\u003e• Original dial with attractive age-related patina\u003cbr data-start=\"1776\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003e• Crystal in excellent condition\u003cbr data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003e• Surface wear and marks to the case consistent with age and use\u003cbr data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003e• Quality leather strap fitted\u003cbr data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003e• Movement appears clean and complete\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003eSummary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2272\"\u003eA charming mid-century Swiss Bulla wristwatch with an attractive aged dial and quality 17 jewel movement. Although currently running intermittently and requiring attention, it would make an excellent restoration project or addition to a vintage watch collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2296\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2296\"\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2298\" data-end=\"2424\"\u003eAs usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2426\" data-end=\"2489\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2426\" data-end=\"2489\"\u003eImportant Notes About Antique \u0026amp; Vintage Watches \u0026amp; Movements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2491\" data-end=\"2894\"\u003eThis is a vintage mechanical watch. Although it is currently running, it stops intermittently and requires servicing or repair. No guarantee is given regarding accuracy, reliability, or timekeeping performance. The service history is unknown and a full service should be assumed necessary. This item is being sold as a vintage collectible and restoration project rather than a modern everyday timepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bulla","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53204874854667,"sku":"1896","price":48.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/6560\/9995\/files\/F5DB897B-57C7-41BD-ABCB-8327B3EB7EAE_1_105_c.jpg?v=1782371644","url":"https:\/\/bowles.ltd\/products\/vintage-bulla-ancre-17-rubis-wristwatch-17-jewel-swiss-repair-project","provider":"Bowles Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}