A Bulova Accutron with 218 movement from 1971. This has the tuning fork electronic movement with the characteristic smooth sweeping seconds hand and “humming” sound Accutron’s are famous for.The case is stainless steel and 34 mm in diameter.

Designed by Max Hetzel to be the most accurate watch in the world. It undoubtedly was before quartz based technology became available.

May your Accutron’s run for ever.   

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