Vintage 1962 Bulova 2451 11AFAC Automatic

$285.00

This is a handsome 1962 Bulova Selfwinding dress watch powered by Bulova's Caliber 11AFAC automatic movement, freshly serviced, regulated and running well. It delivers that clean early-1960s look—warm gold tone, crisp applied numerals, and a balanced, easy-to-read dial—in a very wearable 33mm size.

Case, Dial & Aesthetic

The dial is a classic Bulova layout with applied Arabic numerals and a tidy minute track, giving the watch a refined but approachable mid-century character. The case is 10K gold R.G.P. (rolled gold plate) with a stainless steel screwback, combining warm gold presence with the practicality of a steel back. A new crystal has been installed for clear viewing and a fresh presentation. The hands have been re-lumed as part of the restoration, keeping legibility strong while preserving the overall period-correct look.

Movement: Bulova 11AFAC Automatic

Inside is Bulova's Caliber 11AFAC, a Swiss-made 17-jewel automatic used across Bulova's early-1960s selfwinding lineup. It is a durable, serviceable design that delivers the easy daily-wear experience Bulova was known for, and this example is in excellent condition.

  • Movement: Bulova 11AFAC

  • Winding: Automatic (selfwinding)

  • Jewels: 17

  • Origin: Swiss made

  • Display: Central sweep seconds

Condition & Service

This watch has been fully serviced and regulated and is running well. A new crystal was installed during restoration, and the hands were re-lumed to improve visibility. Overall presentation is strong, with honest, age-consistent wear that suits a daily-wear vintage Bulova.

Specs & Details

  • Brand: Bulova

  • Line/Dial: Selfwinding

  • Year: 1962 (case date code M2)

  • Case: 10K gold R.G.P. with stainless steel screwback

  • Reference: 2451 (stamped inside caseback)

  • Case serial number: G29447

  • Case size: 33mm

  • Lug-to-lug: 38mm

  • Thickness: approx. 11mm

  • Lug width: approx. 17.0mm (17mm strap)

  • Crystal: New

Why This Watch Matters

Bulova's early-1960s automatics hit a great balance of style and practicality, offering reliable Swiss movements in clean, timeless cases made for everyday wear. With fresh service already completed and a very wearable 33mm profile, this is an easy vintage piece to enjoy immediately—classic mid-century design without the usual mechanical guesswork.

This is a handsome 1962 Bulova Selfwinding dress watch powered by Bulova's Caliber 11AFAC automatic movement, freshly serviced, regulated and running well. It delivers that clean early-1960s look—warm gold tone, crisp applied numerals, and a balanced, easy-to-read dial—in a very wearable 33mm size.

Case, Dial & Aesthetic

The dial is a classic Bulova layout with applied Arabic numerals and a tidy minute track, giving the watch a refined but approachable mid-century character. The case is 10K gold R.G.P. (rolled gold plate) with a stainless steel screwback, combining warm gold presence with the practicality of a steel back. A new crystal has been installed for clear viewing and a fresh presentation. The hands have been re-lumed as part of the restoration, keeping legibility strong while preserving the overall period-correct look.

Movement: Bulova 11AFAC Automatic

Inside is Bulova's Caliber 11AFAC, a Swiss-made 17-jewel automatic used across Bulova's early-1960s selfwinding lineup. It is a durable, serviceable design that delivers the easy daily-wear experience Bulova was known for, and this example is in excellent condition.

  • Movement: Bulova 11AFAC

  • Winding: Automatic (selfwinding)

  • Jewels: 17

  • Origin: Swiss made

  • Display: Central sweep seconds

Condition & Service

This watch has been fully serviced and regulated and is running well. A new crystal was installed during restoration, and the hands were re-lumed to improve visibility. Overall presentation is strong, with honest, age-consistent wear that suits a daily-wear vintage Bulova.

Specs & Details

  • Brand: Bulova

  • Line/Dial: Selfwinding

  • Year: 1962 (case date code M2)

  • Case: 10K gold R.G.P. with stainless steel screwback

  • Reference: 2451 (stamped inside caseback)

  • Case serial number: G29447

  • Case size: 33mm

  • Lug-to-lug: 38mm

  • Thickness: approx. 11mm

  • Lug width: approx. 17.0mm (17mm strap)

  • Crystal: New

Why This Watch Matters

Bulova's early-1960s automatics hit a great balance of style and practicality, offering reliable Swiss movements in clean, timeless cases made for everyday wear. With fresh service already completed and a very wearable 33mm profile, this is an easy vintage piece to enjoy immediately—classic mid-century design without the usual mechanical guesswork.

Important Note on the Watch Band

Please note that the band pictured is NOT included with watch purchase. I generally acquire new bands for display purposes and do not include them because they vary significantly in price and many purchasers will want to obtain their own band as suits their taste.

You will need an 17mm band to pair with this watch.

However, if you are interested in purchasing the band pictured in the photos along with the watch, it will be available at or near my replacement cost as an optional add-on. If you don’t see it as an option in the listing please message me for help. I am also happy to point you to where you can purchase the exact same band directly from the seller.

If you have questions about bands or want my assistance, please message me. I’m happy to help.

Standard Disclaimer

I make every effort to ensure that the vintage watches I work on are both accurate enough to serve as practical timepieces and reliable enough to be worn and enjoyed for many years to come. That said, vintage watches are delicate and, like any mechanical device, subject to wear.

Therefore, I cannot provide any express or implied warranty for this watch, beyond the fact that it is running, and it is being sold AS IS.

Additional notes

·       Servicing and restoration followed the process described in detail here.

  • Vintage watches are delicate - particularly older models that lack shock protection. Please handle with care

  • Regardless of what it says on the case, I do not attempt to restore watches to a fully waterproof condition. Please keep this watch away from water and definitely do not submerge it.

  • If the watch is an automatic, I recommend that you use the hand wind feature sparingly to minimize wear on the automatic winding mechanism.

I do like to stand behind my work, so please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any problems. I will correct any obvious defects in my workmanship free of charge and will provide lifetime service (as long as I am able) for vintage timepieces that I have restored at heavily discounted rates.

Regarding Parts Originality

I know that some collectors are very concerned with originality of parts. I will list any parts that I replace, internally or externally, in the condition notes above. I will also make a good faith effort to assess whether any of the watch parts (e.g. dial, crown or hands, etc.) may have been replaced or refinished prior to my acquisition of the watch and, if I believe it is likely they were, I will also indicate this in the condition notes above. However, I cannot make any bedrock guarantees regarding originality of parts. I work on many different watch brands and lack the deep expertise on the history of any given brand that would be necessary to do so.