Introduced in 1937, the Bulova Debutante is one of the most sculptural American cocktail watches of the Art Deco era. Its elongated case tapers to pointed tips and is framed by fluted gold-filled flanks that catch the light with every movement of the wrist. At just 13mm wide, it sits flat against the wrist with an elegance rarely found in watches of any period.
The cream dial has been professionally restored and carries Arabic numerals with blued steel hands. The original mechanical movement has been cleaned and oiled by a specialist and is running well. The case back is gold filled and carries a period monogram engraving, a detail that speaks to the watch's personal history.
Presented on a black cord bracelet. Total length 18.2cm, fitting a wrist up to approximately 17.2cm.
As with all vintage timepieces, we recommend periodic servicing to maintain optimal performance.
Case dimensions: 34mm x 13mm
Movement: mechanical, hand-wind
Case: gold filled
Bracelet: black cord, adjustable
Dial: original, restored, cream with Arabic numerals
Hands: blued steel
Frequently asked questions
Are your watches authentic?
Yes — all watches sold in our shop are 100% authentic vintage pieces. We carefully source our timepieces from trusted auction houses and long-term, reputable suppliers. We never sell fakes or replicas.
Does my watch come with its original box and papers?
Every item included in your order is individually photographed and described in the listing. When original packaging or documentation is available, it will always be clearly shown and described. This means that if an original box, papers or any other accessory is not pictured or mentioned in the description, it is not part of the order. In this case, the watch will arrive in a Finchley Watches cardboard box, carefully wrapped and packaged for safe delivery.
What is your return policy?
We accept returns and exchanges within 14 days of delivery, provided the watch is returned in its original condition. The buyer is responsible for return shipping costs, initial shipping costs are non-refundable, and a flat restocking fee of 5% of the purchase price will apply. If the piece is faulty or significantly not as described, we will of course cover all return fees.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes — we offer free worldwide shipping from the UK. We usually dispatch within 2 business days. UK delivery takes 1–4 business days, international delivery 3–10 business days depending on your location. If you're ordering from the United States, all taxes and duties are included.
Have another question? See all FAQs or get in touch.
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