Bulova Accutron 218 'Mickey Mouse'

In the early 1970s, the future didn’t tick — it hummed. This 1974 Bulova Accutron 218 “Mickey Mouse” (dial code N4) is a reminder that the Space Age wasn’t all silver and white—it had depth, warmth, and serious design confidence. Housed in gold plated case, this Accutron is offset within its case to place a larger portion of the case material above the dial-- this allows the watch to present in a unique way. But the dial is the headline. Mickey Mouse watches are a common theme in the watch industry, and there is an entire segment of the collecting market that obsessively seeks out pieces like this one. Here, Mickey's hands are the watch's hands, creating a playful presentation. The signed crown—correctly bearing the Accutron tuning fork logo—anchors the case at 4 o’clock. Inside beats the later Caliber 218 tuning fork movement, widely regarded as one of the more robust executions of Bulova’s revolutionary electronic platform. Instead of ticking, the seconds hand glides in a perfectly smooth sweep, powered by vibration rather than escapement. The Accutron line famously found its way onto the wrists of astronauts, pilots, and even into cockpit instrumentation, cementing its reputation as the watch of the electronic age. This 218 captures that spirit in a form that feels both forward-thinking and distinctly vintage. The sound of 1970s, still resonating. The Accutron 218 isn’t just a watch—it’s a piece of American technological optimism. Accutron Factory Certified Pre-Owned Analog:Shift is proud to be partnered with Accutron as the exclusive retailer for Factory Certified Pre-Owned timepieces. Our longstanding relationship and shared passion for horological history and design have culminated in this unique offering. Each Accutron timepiece undergoes rigorous inspection and certification by expert watchmakers and is backed by the manufacture, ensuring unparalleled authenticity and quality.