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 …

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 …

Feb 10, 2025 · When I set the time on my Accutron with that setting key in the back, the second hand runs okay, but the minute and hour hand won’t move. I think I read about this issue …

Apr 4, 2017 · In addition, The Accutron Service Manual I have says that if there is no hum, to check for a Mechanical Blockage. The watch was pretty dirty so I would not be surprised if …

Feb 4, 2016 · Bulova Marine Navigator Mark II, It employs three interconnected Accutron 214H Chronometric micro-power plants and are offset by 120 degrees from each other as the time …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Feb 19, 2008 · I was wondering how collectors of vintage mech watches feel about Bulova's Accutron watches with the 214-218 movements and the prices they are selling for.Thanks