Vintage 1971 Bulova Accutron CK TV Tuning Fork 2181 Men's Watch

Description: A really nice, iconic Accutron TV "CK" 218, also known as the "Calvin Klein" model. This is a really nice example with its original chamfers which are still decently crisp. Tiny ding on the upper left bezel corner (see circled photo). Tiny chip on the underside side of the left side of the case. The dial and hands are in great shape as well as the chapter ring. Overall in very good condition with normal but light wear. The crystal looks nice, it's been polished to like new condition. The back has a custom engraving. If you like Accutrons, here's you chance to own a beautiful classic. This watch was fully disassembled, ultrasonic cleaned, oiled, phased for modern 1.55v batteries and regulated within -/+2 seconds per day. I service & repair Tuning Fork Accutron watches. The highest quality & Accutron recommended synthetic oils and lubricants are used. A professional vibrograf tuning fork watch timing machine is used to regulate watches. Expect the watch to gain 2-4 seconds per day when worn, because when in the fork down position gravity will slightly increase the fork frequency. Phasing (microadjustment of index and pawl finger positioning for ultra precise timekeeping) is accomplished using a vintage Accutron Watchmaster test set and variable power supply to incrementally increase the voltage and make super fine adjustments to allow the watch to run normally on 1.55v batteries. These watches were made for 1.35v batteries which are no longer available, however most Accutrons can be phased to run just fine on modern batteries. A small percentage of Accutrons can't be phased for modern batteries because they have forks less tolerant of higher voltages, resulting in excessive amplitude. Most of my accutrons for sale are phased for modern batteries, occasionally I will decide that an accucell (a special battery made for accutrons to run at a lower voltage) is more appropriate, but regardless I will mention it in the description. These watches are also not waterproof, so please avoid water & moisture. I really love Accutrons and I believe they're some of best watches ever made. My goal is for Accutrons to be continued to be worn and loved for decades to come.

Price: 525 USD

Location: Niles, Illinois

End Time: 2025-01-01T18:08:21.000Z

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