On our website under downloads we have a free downloadable book. Bulova is an american watch brand founded in 1875 and currently owned by japanese conglomerate citizen watch co. Accutron stainless steel case wristwatches for sale ebay. In a typical week we repair bulova accutron astronaut watches, bulova accutron spaceview watches, accutron railroad approved. The pics show light scuffing from being in a drawer for many years, but these would easily buff out. Please do make the usual allowances for colour differences between my photos and the product. This watch holds a special place in my heart, as it is one of the very. Watch information brand, seller, or collection name accutron model number 28b088 part number 28b088 dial window material type antireflectivesapphire clasp deployment buckle case material stainless steel band material stainless steel band length mens standard band color silver dial color black bezel material stainless steel bezel function stationary movement automatic water. Accutron was a combination of accurate and electronic, making it the perfect name for an electronic watch that. Bulova accutron astronaut m2 first all stainless steel astronaut worn by x15 pil there is a september 1963 advertisement showing the later dial with the phosphorescent dots between the hour markers and phosphorescent hands.
Even so, it is quite obviously an homage to the original accutron astronaut of 1962. Now, bulova never officially refers to the 96b207 as astronaut, as far as i can tell. This astronaut variant guide has need updating for a while now and it seems that hp2114b or micah mabelitini has no intention of maintaining this guide and keeping it updated so ive added all the latest confirmed accutron astronaut information available to a complete accutron astronaut variant guide which should. This is my grandfather, rondal lee peters, better known as the accutron man. The accutron astronaut the watch chosen by the cia for the a12 pilots.
The history of bulova through 10 milestone bulova watches. Very rare, solid 18k accutron astronaut with a full length champion 18k bullet band. Nasa used accutron watches in the gemini program, including models with 24 hour dials. Details about vintage bulova accutron astronaut gmt. Unfollow bulova accutron 214 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Accutron spaceview repair and astronaut service only bulova. It was developed in secret, even as electric watches gained acclaim it was an important step in the development of electronic and quartz watches. The astronaut was initially developed by bulova for the us space program, but ultimately found its greatest success in the consumer market. Presidential gift of state kennedyjohnson era 1960s accutron 214 desk clock 1961 solid platinum accutron 214 the rarest 214 of all. You can expect that batteries will last approximately one year under normal conditions. Bulova has been going through the family tree and has a few other heritage models they brought back to life. View and download bulova series 218 service manual online. Since i do not have the original band, thinking the logical option would be the b var. Welcome to the accutron, bulova, and caravelle forum.
Fewer may realize that astronaut buzz aldrin also placed a bulova. Unfollow accutron astronaut to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The accutron watch page antique and vintage hall of fame. Highperformance technology and enduring quality, following the bulova tradition. The original velcro band was included with the moonflown watch when it was auctioned. The accutron astronaut was in technical terms almost identical to bulovas other civilian models and its remarkable to reflect that this watch was not originally intended to tolerate the rigors of highg acceleration and high ambient temperatures such as it experienced again and again in both the x15 and a12 programs. Scott carpenter famously modeled a bulova accutron astronaut on the front cover of paris match in 1962. It sports an accurate reproduction velcro band, designed by nasa to fit around the. End piece for accutron astronaut coffin link vintage golden watch band 19mm. May 03, 2011 bulovas accutron clock was an integral part of the spacecraft computer systems, and a bulova timer was left by astronauts buzz aldrin and neil armstrong on the moons sea of tranquility, to. Heuer daytona in fume, breitling cadette chrono 18k, breitling chrono avenger m1, tag carrera calibre 5, bulgari diagono sd 38 s, rolex oyster perpetual datejust, gold omega bumper, tag professional 300m wab1110, tag aquaracer grand date caf1011, tag pilot quartz, seiko orange monster, rolex 1014 golden egg, tudor prince oysterdate big rose. Accutron repair bulova recommended watchmakers 25 years, vintage accutron 214, 218 and 224 models. Accutron watch repair professional bulova watchmakers. Bulova watch identification guide waterstone watches.
Metal bracelets with 18mm lug ends must be filed slightly before installation. Bulova accutron link stainless steel band wstraight endsfree shipping. Bulova accutron spaceview 214 wrist watch, vintage bulova accutron watch, gold plated bezel, think its ladies as has small face, untested, used condition, sold as seen. Accutron astronaut limited edition mens watch 28b088 shop. The best fit for most accutron 214s is a band or bracelet that measures 1116 0. Bulova is an american watch brand founded in 1875 and currently owned by japanese. Rather, you have to do a bit of research and try to match. Accutron astronaut variant guide and reference info. Recently had an apolo 15 astronaut sign the card signed by buzz aldrin. The accutron revolution accuracy through electronics 19601977. The accutron astronaut first appeared in the 1960s and has long been a favorite among collectors. Bulova accutron astronaut m3 1963 with bullet band the watch is a bulova accutron astronaut with m3 date 1963, g74964 case back number. Click these links for more great accutron information.
Make offer nos bulova brick link watch band for the accutron astronaut and more, new. Sold accutron desk clock hinged panel clock with custom made aluminum pedestal. Vintage accutrons for sale the accutron place, bulova. Bulova accutron for sale in uk 38 used bulova accutrons. But beware, any of the astronauts will thin your wallet, for sure.
Bulova stopped production in 1977 but brought back the accutron astronaut in 2007 for a limited edition run of 1,000 pieces with an eta mechanical. Unfollow vintage bulova accutron watch band to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Vintage bulova accutron spaceview 214 m4 10kt gold filled bezel watch. Accutron astronaut limited edition mens watch 28b088. On scotts left arm can be seen the only privatelyowned watch to be worn on the lunar surface, which is now heading to auction. Make offer nos new old stock accutron watch band in all stainless steel, small wrist. Astronaut gordon cooper wore a bulova accutron in orbit in may, 1963, the first of many uses in space. New accutron astronaut solid link stainless steel band w. Bulovas accutron astronaut the watch chosen by the. It manufactures watches and clocks and is based in new york city. Bulova watches can be identified with a reasonable degree of certainty, due to the existence of a body of work gathered by collectors over the years. Bulova accutron astronaut, m4 1964, unspecified stainless steel variant with unusual silver sunburst dial.
The best 100% synthetic oil for lubricating accutron watches period 1 x18mm black genuine leather bamboo grain silver buckle band for accutron watch. Nos bulova brick link watch band for the accutron astronaut and more, new. The bestknown model of the accutron line was the spaceview, which set a new standard of technology and design. The astronaut is the only timepiece to use the 214hn subcaliber, widely considered to be the ultimate accutron movement. Vintage genuine accutron astronaut coffinlink bracelet this gorgeous accutron astronaut bracelet is in fully restored condition. This case design measures approximately 33mm in width and 40mm lug tip to tip.
There is one advertised pic of a astronaut with a leather strap but its not a factory ad but a dealer ad. Get the best deals on accutron wristwatch bands when you shop the largest online selection at. Bulova accutron all original astronaut with an original dial, scratchless case and just cleaned 214 tuning fork electric accutron movement. The complete accutron astronaut variant guide updated 1182016. If you would like to contact me directly about accutron repair, accutron spaceview repair, or astronaut accutron repair, please send an email to. Bracelet stainless steel bullet band with a kreislerstelux accutron logo clasp. Astronaut is an album by british band duran duran, first released on 11 october 2004 see 2004 in music. He did this segment with the local news about 8 years ago in 2008, and was an.
Two electrifying watches from the 1960s hamilton 505 electric and bulova accutron 214 duration. Note that the crown does not screw in, it is a friction fit only. With this inherent accuracy, it is always seemed strange to me that the secondhand could not be easily synchronized to a time standard. The accutron astronaut was in technical terms almost identical to bulovas other civilian models and its remarkable to reflect that this watch was not originally intended to tolerate the rigors of highg acceleration and high ambient temperatures such as it experienced again and. The astronaut is the only timepiece to use the accutron 214hn movement subcaliber, and remains to this day a paragon of american watchmaking and industrial design. Only privatelyowned astronaut wristwatch worn on the moon heads to auction apollo 15 commander david scott salutes the u.
Accutron was introduced in november of 1960 m0 production of the 214 ended in 1977 n7 the accutron index mechanism. This watch was developed for nasas spatial program and followed up by the astronaut mark ii model. Though its named astronaut, this accutron watch was never approved by. Bulova mens 98h51 stainless steel dress watch with croco leather band. Bulova recommended bulova accutron 214, 218 and 2242 accuquartz, watch repair custom accutron watch repair and restoration has been our specialty since 1995 including replating services, case repair, and dial or chapter ring restoration. Vintage accutron repair specialists bulova recommended for 25yrs. Battery size table for accutron and other tuning fork watches. We receive approximately 1,000 vintage accutron watches each year and were recommended by the manufacturer for repair of all their vintage accutron 214. Feb 12, 2012 bulova accutron astronaut 214 steel watch duration. The most complete accutron astronaut variant guide. In a typical week we repair bulova accutron astronaut watches, bulova accutron spaceview watches, accutron railroad approved models, bulova 214 accutron watch repair, bulova accutron 218 repair, repair and restoration of accutron astronaut mark ii watch repairs, bulova accutron accuquartz watch repair, accutron mark iv repairs, accutron deep. This is a salemans sample of the accutron astronaut mk iv, its crowns long since been scavenged for repair on another watch.
If you choose more than a standard repair, my accutron repair, accutron spaceview repair, and astronaut accutron repair services include the removal of scratches from cases and bracelets, polishing of your watch for a beautiful finish, replacement of original vertical case back and circular finishes on battery hatches and crowns, crystal. Bulovas accutron watches soon became a hit with the accutron astronaut being its second model. Swiss engineer max hetzel developed the tuning fork concept after joining bulova in 1950. He created a working model in 1953, moving it to prototype stage in 1955. The most complete accutron astronaut variant guide updated 12282018. The band was easy to resize, the watch keeps decent time, runs a bit fast in 24 hours. Contrary to popular myth the accutron only flew in space a couple of times on the wrist of an astronaut. The bulova accutron was the first electronic watch history.
Accutron 218 back gasket finally accutron 218 series case back gasket. Find out more about the a12sr71 aircraft, and the accutron astronaut, right here. It seems to be a slightly lower cost version of the astronaut being sold in 1965, the astronaut g with its factory install. Get the best deals on bulova accutron watch band when you shop the largest online selection at. Bulova to sell replica of astronauts watch worn on the moon.
Each package includes 1 g735 accutron 214 case back gasket and 1 g736battery hatch gasket. Bulova moon watch battery type and clues when replacement is required. An 18mm leather band will compress enough to fit nicely. Bulova said its replica brings the watch in reach of ordinary earth people.
It was not the watch chosen by nasa as the astronaut flight qualified time piece, this accolade goes to the omega speedmaster professional. Bulova accutron logo buckle the later strap is genuine nos unused. Enjoy free shipping and watch sizing, and monthly payments options. Its very heavy and truly the most difficult accutron to find or obtain. Vintage 1963 m3 bulova accutron astronaut 15 jewel tuning fork. Rob berkavicius labor of love for accutrons and accutron technical information contains extraordinarily detailed data about the watchs movements and index mechanism, which he believes is the most technically difficult and finest watch part ever made. All the original links are intact with numerous adjustments on the clasp. Heres a high grade solid link aftermarket bulova accutron astronaut stainless steel band used on many accutron and bulova roller type link watches. Any chronograph, particularly those with a valjoux movement, is considered pretty. Band variants a leather band has been confirmed for the first time ever from a 1965 news paper ad featuring the previously unknown astronaut g. All silveroxide watch batteries have the same voltage about 1. Dec 07, 2016 the band was easy to resize, the watch keeps decent time, runs a bit fast in 24 hours. Accutron watches accutron timepieces pocket watches. Apr 03, 2017 in fact, the first stainless steel version with black dial just mentioned accutron m2 type worn by x15 pilots and the word astronaut was added during the mercury program 1962 available to the public by august 1963 when x15 pilot joseph walker flew the rocket plane in space over a height of 100 kilometer fai boundary of space.
More great accutron astronaut bracelets to be listed shortly. Accutron 214 gasket set finally accutron 214 back and hatch gasket set. The tuning fork accutron movement was used in a number of aerospace applications, and the accutron astronaut model was the official watch of the top secret cia project oxcart, which flew the fastest planes ever made. Bulovas swissmade line is known as bulova accuswiss and was formerly known as bulova accutron. Mar 5, 2020 vintage bulova accutron astronaut gmt stainless steel m4 1964 leather band ebay. The 214 calibre accutron is a watch that has the potential accuracy of better than 2 seconds per day, remarkable in its day and still better than most mechanical watches and many quartz even in 1998. This 1960s watch includes an original bulova leather band and steel buckle. The total length of the band closed measures 7 as shown above. The accutrons tuning fork in the accutron 214 movement vibrates at 360. Bulova watches are not marked with names or identification codes that allow you to simply look at the watch and derive the model and age.
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