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For more than 120 years - from the moment 23 year old Czech immigrant
Joseph Bulova set up shop in New York City, NY, USA in 1875 - the name
Bulova has symbolized a uniquely American blend of old-world
craftsmanship and new-world innovation.
Bulova has even been to the moon - courtesy of its breakthrough
Accutron time mechanism, an integral feature of NASA technology from
the late '50s through the first moon walk in 1969.
The “Accutron” tuning fork watches that were first sold by Bulova use a
360 hertz tuning fork to drive a mechanical gear train. Max Hetzel
invented the technology and joined the Bulova Watch Company of Bienne,
Switzerland in 1948. This marked the first use of an electronic device,
a transistor, in a wristwatch. Max Hetzel therefore developed the first
watch in the world that was truly deserving of the qualification
“electronic”: the “Bulova Accutron”.
Bulova’ Accutron timer mechanism has been an integral feature of NASA
technology from the late 1950s through the first moon walk in 1969. It
was during the 1960’s that NASA asked Bulova to channel its Accutron
efforts into making computers for the Space Program. This resulted in
the Accutron timing mechanism becoming an integral part of space
technology from the 1958 launch of Vanguard I to the first moon walk. A
Bulova timer was placed on the moon’s Sea of Tranquility, controlling
the transmissions of vital data through the years.
Today, one of the world's most recognized brands, and still wholly US
owned and operated, Bulova is dedicated to upholding its legacy of
creativity and excellence, forging new directions in a classic American
tradition.
Top Accutron watch models include the Accutron Mirador Men’s Black
Carbon Dial Watch and the Accutron Women’s Masella Diamond Chronograph
Watch. The Men’s Mirador Watch is highlighted by 39 diamonds and a
black carbon fiber dial. The Women’s Masella Watch features a
silver-white patterned dial and 53 diamonds surrounding the three
chronograph subdials.
You demand the best for your boldest adventures. With Swiss movements,
advanced technology and legendary precision Accutron delivers. All
Accutron Men’s and Women’s watches are crafted of solid stainless steel
or durable ceramics, with water resistance from 30 to 200 meters and
scratch-resistant sapphire crystals. Accutron watches are designed with
the quality and reliability to meet the toughest challenges. Watch
styles include Classic, Fashion, Sport, in Men’s and Women’s.
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