bobandshawn 5 Posted April 11, 2019 Backstory: I was born in April of 1962 in Queens, New York. My Godfather and Aunt both worked for Bulova at the time. My uncle was a tool and die maker and my aunt was in assembly. When I first left the hospital we lived with them in their small apartment until my immigrant parents could get their own place. Growing up I was always surrounded by Bulova and Caravelle products, and the iconic Spaceview was the watch of choice for all the men in my family. I was able to find a 1962 Spaceview in Amsterdam several years ago and was delighted that I could afford it! Years passed and I ended up giving it to my grown daughter as a memento and she was thrilled with the history and meaning of it. My uncle recently died which made me feel regret for having done that - but I certainly wasn't going to ask for it back. Fast forward to this past Monday and I finally have another spaceview in-hand. All original and unmolested 62' with chapter ring and keeping time beautifully. B Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nikosaldente 630 Posted April 11, 2019 Nice find mate, considering the sentimental value! Enjoy wearing it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NFleischer 4,355 Posted April 12, 2019 Very nice pick up, I know the building right by La Guardia Airport. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bobandshawn 5 Posted April 12, 2019 We could see Rikers Island from their house... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCRich 13,745 Posted April 12, 2019 Nice watch. I was thinking of converting an Accutron I picked up recently to a spaceview. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blueoysterboy 17 Posted April 12, 2019 mine says hi! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alan32 829 Posted May 15, 2019 Very nice Just like a swatch...... but with history and class!!! Just got my self a Bulova precsionist and am very, very impressed, a much underrated brand Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RussP 22,122 Posted May 15, 2019 Lovely story about an iconic watch. Thanks for sharing it with us. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites