Launched in 1960, the Accutron was the world's first fully electric watch and at the time the most accurate timekeeping mechanism ever devised. They are remarkable watches with a fascinating story.
The Accutron was so accurate that NASA asked Bulova if they could use the technology for timing for new satellites and for timekeeping in their spacecraft. The U.S. government even asked Bulova to delay the release of their cutting edge new watches for fear the technology might fall into the hands of the Russians. An Accutron watch movement sits on the moon's Sea of Tranquility today, in an instrument placed there in 1969 by Apollo 11 astronauts.
Today's offering showcases this great retro styled Accutron with cool original dial with "wide boy" markers. Unlike most Accutrons which were made in steel or gold-filled, this one is solid 14K gold, and has a very sixties tonneau shape.
Here are some its special features:
- Originally guaranteed to be 99.9977% accurate on your wrist (not just in a laboratory)
- Durable and simple - its 12 moving non-date parts don't require usual watch maintenance and repair
- It never needs winding - a remarkable feat fifty years ago
- Desirable version that display both the day of the week and the date. The date can be quick-set.
It is all original down to the Accutron emblemed seconds hand and signed crown. The case presents nicely. It has been previously polished and is scratch-free. The untouched original dial is better than near mint.
A new battery was recently installed, and it is running well.
Included with the purchase is a one-year warranty on the movement and its function and a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity.
This an opportunity to own an all original collectible historical watch that won't break your budget.
- Manufacturer: Bulova
- Country of origin: U.S.A.
- Serial no.: G323083
- Year built: 1968 (M8)
- Model: Accutron
- Functions: Hours, Minutes, Day of the Week, Quick-Setting Date, Sweep Seconds
- Designed for: Men
- Case material: 14K gold
- Case markings (outside): Bulova, Patented, 14K Gold Case
- Case condition: The case presents nicely. It has been previously polished and is scratch-free.
- Dimensions: 34mm in diameter (excluding the crown), 40mm long lug-tip-to-tip
- Dial: Taupe or gray/brown with gold "wide boy" applied indices topped with black, aperture for the date, textured, original and untouched, better than near mint
- Hands: Original, luminous gold "batons"
- Bands: Genuine Teju lizard, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn. We also stock lizard and a variety of others straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
- Crystal type: Acrylic, original or vintage, excellent condition
- Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email [email protected] for details. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an experienced team of watchmakers both of whom each have over forty years of experience and a large number of parts.
- Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity
- Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee
