1971 Bulova Spaceview Chapter Ring Vintage Mens Watch - Stainless Steel

Bulova

Item No. 1950

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 tuning fork technology was originally developed for NASA because of its accuracy.

The Accutron was so accurate that the U.S. government asked Bulova to delay the release of the cutting edge movement for fear the technology may 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.

The Spaceview model, Bulova's Accutron watch without a dial, was never intended by Bulova to be sold; it was a salesman's demonstration watch and jeweler's display.

Here are some of the watch's special features:

* Originally guaranteed to be 99.9977% accurate on your wrist (not just in a laboratory)

* Durable and simple - its 12 moving parts don't require usual watch maintenance and repair

* It never needs winding - a remarkable feat fifty years ago

Today's offering showcases an original chapter-ring Spaceview in very pleasing condition. The chapter ring and hands are very nice. And the case is crisp and unpolished, just short of mint. Our watchmaker has installed a new signed Accutron crystal, new coil, and a new battery.

Included with the purchase is a one-year international warranty on the movement and its function and a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity.

  • Manufacturer: Bulova
  • Country of origin: U.S.A.
  • Serial no.: D72532
  • Year built: 1971 (N1)
  • Model: Accutron "Spaceview" with chapter ring
  • Functions: Hours, Minutes, Sweep Seconds
  • Designed for: Men
  • Case material: Stainless steel
  • Case markings (outside): Bulova, Waterproof, Patented, Stainless Steel
  • Case condition: Mint minus
  • Dimensions: 35mm in diameter, 40mm long lug-tip-to-tip
  • Dial: None (only has an outer chapter ring with minute markers and hour/five minute divisions
  • Hands: Original, luminous steel "dauphines"
  • Band: Leather, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn. We also have Teju and croc bands in stock.
  • Crystal type: Acrylic, signed Accutron, new
  • Serviced: Yes, new coil, new battery installed, and new crystal installed.
  • Warranty: 1-year warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details
  • 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
  • We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

    All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

    The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

    Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

    To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide

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