Of course there have been numerous brands who offered Rolex Oyster case-style models over the past handful of decades, but Bulova may have executed some of the best. These Oceanographer variants of the ‘68-’71 time frame hit some notable high points that those “in the know” have come to appreciate.

The ‘68-’69 Bulova Oceanographer line of models is arguably some of the greatest, most classic stretch of models that the company put out. Between their advertising, marketing, and incredibly well-executed styles, these group of watches are some of my most recommended models to collectors of Bulovas—or any vintage sport-style watches in general.

Beautiful fluted bezel. Dark blue-to-black dial. Simple, but classic dial layout. It’s really a hard one to pass up in the oyster-style category of 1960’s models in my book, and maybe one of the best all-around.

This is one of those watches that is guaranteed to catch peoples’ eyes and look much more expensive than its pay grade — both things we really appreciate here at Buying On Time.

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Case: Nice, sharp oyster case with fluted bezel. Some caseback scratches and light wear on the bezel, but overall a great example.

Dial: Excellent dial with near ideal lume plots. Not many that will be better.

Hands: Some age on the hand lume, but it is all intact and not detrimental to the integrity of the watch.

Crystal: Great, correct Bulova crystal in much above-average condition.

Movement: Superb running condition. Very strong and very good time keeping. Winds nice and smooth.