An Accutron Book

Six decade history of Accutron described in a book by Hodinkee’s Jack Forster and author Aaron Sigmond.

Accutron was relaunched as a sub-brand of Bulova by its parent organization, Citizen Watch Company, this summer, and the story of the watch’s history is being described in all its glory in a new book, Accutron: From the Space Age to the Digital Age, co-written by Hodinkee editor in chief Jack Forster and bestselling author Aaron Sigmond.

It was six decades in between the launch of the original Accutron and this year’s re-issue; a span that started with the space race of the 1960s and continues into the current era where everything is digital.

Six in-depth chapters highlight the creation and design of Accutron, its position as one of the most important innovations in watchmaking history, its participation in the first great age of space exploration and its work on various projects with the U.S. military.

It is launching as a standalone book and also in a box set that combines the book with a limited edition Accutron Spaceview 2020 timepiece.

In six detailed chapters, the authors dig into the conception of the Accutron and why it holds its unique position in watchmaking history. They also go into how this major innovation became an integral part of early space travel and the Accutron’s use in the military in other ways as well. 

Publishing house cofounder Prosper Assouline said in a press release that “Accutron is recognized as one of the most coveted brands in the world, and we are proud to display its ongoing legacy within the pages of this beautifully made book.”

“Having the opportunity to partner with such a legendary brand,” Assouline continued, “particularly during its milestone anniversary, is a special honor—one we are able to share with our readers for years to come.”  

You can buy ACCUTRON: From the Space Age to the Digital Age by itself for $75 on Assouline.com.  There’s also a deluxe, boxed, limited edition version of the book that comes with a limited-run Accutron Spaceview 2020 timepiece.

The watch and book are individually numbered up to 300. The Spaceview 2020 is just as striking as the original release and with a stainless-steel case and bezel along with the model’s signature green dial on a black and green-stitched leather strap.

The box set is available on HODINKEE.com and at exclusive Accutron dealers.