Just ordered a new Forstner A12 homage of the 1960s Bulova Accutron Astronaut. This watch is a 1:1 update to the original Astronaut, but using the name of the Bulova model worn by X-15 rocket pilots. The crystal is updated to sapphire, and movement from a tuning fork to a Swiss Ronda GMT without second hand.

I have chosen the JB Forstner square link model bracelet specified for the X-15 flights (also shown on a Speedmaster at below). I've owned an original 1968 Astronaut with the JB "Bullet" model bracelet shown at bottom from my collection about 25 years ago.

I'll start watching my mailbox next week!













Original 1968 Bulova Accutron Astronaut on the JB "Bullet" bracelet.