The Bulova Watch and Clock Company

The Bulova company has been producing timepieces since the late 19th century. The company is probably best known for its innovative Accutron, the "tuning fork watch", however it has had a number of other horological firsts and is one of the best known American brands for both man and lady.

History

Bulova was founded in 1875 by Joseph Bulova. It began as a small jewelry shop in New York City. Watch and clock production began in 1911. The name Bulova Watch Company, Inc was adopted in 1923.

In 1920 the company moved to new premises on Fifth Avenue. On top of the building it built the Bulova Observatory, the first observatory ever built on top of a skyscraper.

Other highlights in the Bulova history include:

  • 1928: World's first clock radio
  • 1952: Development of Accutron begins
  • 1970: Accuquartz wristwatch becomes the first quartz watch available to buy retail in the US
  • 1983: Bulova Dimension, the world's thinnest wall clock
  • 2000: October 4th declared "Bulova Day" in New York City to celebrate the company's 125th anniversary
  • 2005: Bulova acquires the Sligh Furniture Company's clock business, including their longcase/grandfather clocks

Today

Bulova today is part of the Loews Corporation.

A number of Bulova brands are available to buy includng Accutron, Bulova, Caravelle, Harley-Davidson and Frank-Lloyd Wright for watches along with Frank Lloyd Wright and Pfaltzgraff for clocks.

The company recently released the Commemorative Hack Watch. This is a limited edition replica of the vintage "hack" watch used in WWII. The watch has been released to coincide with the Miramax movie The Great Raid and a portion of the proceeds of each sale will go to the American Legion.


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