Joseph Bulova - Limited Edition

The Watch of the Week - Bulova 97B189 & 96B325 The watch brand Bulova is one of the leading companies in the industry. For more than 140 years, the company has been producing timepieces of the highest quality. This article focuses on the special model 97B189 and the founder Joseph Bulova. Since its beginnings in 1875, the Bulova brand has been considered a pioneer and an American watchmaking classic. Joseph Bulova built the company on a solid foundation. He placed great importance on high quality, innovation, and perfection. In doing so, he transformed the American watch industry through authenticity and healthy ingenuity. A wristwatch from Bulova is therefore not just a watch - it is a piece of history!

The History of the Bulova Brand

1875: The BULOVA brand is created. It is founded by Joseph Bulova in New York 1911: Bulova begins producing pocket watches and clocks in the USA 1920: The "Bulova Observatory" is built on the roof of a skyscraper at 580 5th Avenue 1927: BULOVA was handed over to Charles. A. Lindbergh 1930: Bulova develops dustproof and waterproof watches 1931: The world's first electric clock 1941: A Bulova watch appears in the world's first television commercial 1960-1970: Bulova takes part in various NASA missions 1970: Joint venture with CITIZEN ELECTRONICS CO., LTD. 2008: Acquisition by CITIZEN WATCH CO., LTD. 2016: The world's first chronograph with a curved movement

The Founder Joseph Bulova

Joseph Bulova was born on September 7, 1851, in Bohemia, Czechoslovakia. He lived there with his parents and four siblings, of whom he was the youngest. His father Antonio worked as a toll officer, but died at the age of just 41. The young Joseph undoubtedly found an exemplary model of courage and enterprise in the way his mother, Barbara Kraus Bulova, coped with this terrible tragedy. Afterwards, they moved with their small family to Prague and opened a grocery store there. As was customary at the time, young Joseph was sent into apprenticeship at an early age, which he completed with a jeweler. After three years, he finished his apprenticeship and was now a fully trained jeweler. At the age of 18, he went to America, the land of his dreams. In the late 1860s, a great deal was happening in America. Only about a year after his arrival, he was faced with the nation's greatest depression, triggered by the Civil War. Fortunately, the situation improved after a few years, allowing him to work diligently in his profession. It did not take very long before the idea and desire for his own business arose. Easier said than done! With capital of $500, which he had borrowed from a friend, he opened a small shop on Canal Street where he made jewelry and also offered repairs. In 1879, he obtained American citizenship. Over time, the company grew, and the manufacturing firm J. Bulova & Company became the Bulova Watch Company, with factories and case manufacturers at home and abroad. At its peak, more than 1,000 people were employed, and the name Bulova became known for high quality. Joseph Bulova died on November 18, 1935, respected by all who worked with him, loved by those who knew him, and a symbol of the land of opportunity that he loved so much.

Limited Edition

The Limited Edition 97B189 & 96B325 - limited to 350 pieces worldwide! To commemorate the watchmaking tradition of the American icon Joseph Bulova, two very special models were created in September 2022. The watches 97B189 & 96B325 are two limited editions with Swiss automatic movements. Worldwide, these models were limited to just 350 pieces. In Germany, 100 pieces are available, of which 4 can be purchased at uhren4you.de. What makes this watch special is its elegance and style, reminiscent of the first watch models from the company's early years Bulova recalls. Today it is clear that even after more than 140 years, these watches are still right on trend and are absolutely stylish and classic. The minimalist design of the watches inspires a large number of watch fans today just as it did back then.

The technical data of the watch:

• Case width: 38mm, case height: 20mm
• Strap: Black leather strap
• Function: Hour, minute, second, and date
• Case: Stainless steel case
• Case back: Screw-down case back
• Weight: 67 g
• Crystal: Sapphire crystal
• Movement: Automatic movement
• Water resistance: 3 ATM
• In original manufacturer packaging with certificate

Our Conclusion

If you are looking for a watch with history and tradition, Bulova is exactly the right brand for you. Precision, perfection, and Swiss watchmaking quality. Secure the special models limited to 350 pieces worldwide 96B325 and 97B189, to hold a small part of Joseph Bulova's 140-year historic legacy in your hands.