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 striking and slightly exotic Accutron that is near new-old-stock.

It has its original Corjam Accutron band and buckle. The previous dealer polished the edge of the caseback so the L of Bulova is light. Except for that the case looks new-old-stock under magnification.

A new battery has been installed in the watch.

Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. warranty on the movement and its function.