Nov 28, 2013 · Can anyone tell me if it's safe to turn the hands backwards on an Accutron to set the time? I am about to give the watch which was a graduation present to my son. The circuit has been …

Oct 17, 2020 · 218 Bulova accutron running, hums, but hour and min hand don't move. Seems to be a common problem. Second hand moves with good motion. I've been researching this and have gotten …

Jun 22, 2023 · I made a post over on Watchrepair talk about this watch, and John R. was kind enough to provide the 219 service manual for me. However I'm still trying to find some more info on diagnosing …

Apr 25, 2017 · My Accutron stopped working, so I decided to check the battery. I loosened and slid away the retaining arm; turned the watch upside down to remove the battery; and then ran into a …

Oct 28, 2006 · In a conventional watch - and this includes manually wound, self winding, and "electric" - the parts which are most affected by friction are the balance wheel pivots. Lubrication is used at …

Mar 23, 2009 · Hello Everyone, I recently inherited my Grandfathers old Bulova Accutron watch, and I'm trying to figure out what model it is, how old, and what anyone knows about it, I will provide as much …

Apr 8, 2023 · Yes, Accutron do present such a quandary to ordinary folks of reasonable prudence. They are certainly different, and sometimes in a somewhat infuriating way. Unless you have the …

Jul 17, 2025 · I have been using the Accutron 219 after my last repair. Another old problem I'm having is the minute hand won't stay on track as it moves around the dial. I like setting my watches so the …

Apr 14, 2011 · Hello, I'm new to this forum, so apologies if this question has been asked a zillion times already. I am not a watchmaker or repairer, I am an electronics engineer and have always been …

Oct 17, 2010 · I have an older Bulova "Accutron" quartz watch marked "Dual-Day" on the dial. The case back says "Use Bulova 242 Cell...". Can anyone cross-reference that? Almost sounds like one of …