Original Listing Description

Up for grabs is this 1960s Bulova Accutron small panel clock with a 24-hour dial, mounted on a piece of computer circuit board. The definition of a panel clock is "a complete module specially designed for mounting in panels with an existing front glass." The glass is long gone, and I don’t know if this is part of the original circuit board the clock was mounted to, but if it’s not, the original clock was most likely the same model as this one because of the fit and the way it’s mounted. Text at the top of the board says “Amos CL-1” (see photo #7). Amos is part of a system of software that programs language for computers, but all the info I found beyond that is much too brainy for me to understand. The name Accutron was devised by combining the words “ACCUracy” and “elecTRONic ” In 1960, Bulova unveiled it and its tuning fork movement with much fanfare. Hamilton had introduced the first battery operated electric watch in 1957, but suffered from lack of accuracy and often needed repair. The Accutron was known for its outstanding accuracy, at least until Seiko produced the first quartz watches, which turned the entire watch market on its head. The 24-hour dial, most often used by pilots and the military, may offer a clue to what the clock was originally used for. It’s one of very few such dials Bulova put on Accutron timepieces (the popular Astronaut wristwatch model is another). The clock is 1.5” in diameter and around the same depth. It’s attached to the board with screws and also to red and green wires soldered to the board. The clock runs great. I’ve installed a new battery so it will be running when the new owner receives it. The condition of the clock itself is excellent, with no noticeable flaws or marks. Please look closely at all the photos and feel free to message me with any questions. Also, the shipping's on me within the U.S. I will ship internationally if the buyer pays the shipping. I don’t charge for any extras like packing or “handling” costs. Thanks. (Condition: Pre-Owned)

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