Our Initial Thoughts On The Accutron Spaceview 2020
When we were invited by Moyer Fine Jewelers to get an exclusive hands on experience with the Accutron Spaceview 2020, we couldn’t have been more excited. Partly because we didn’t know exactly what to expect and that Accutron Spaceview 2020 is a super hot watch. Moyer Fine Jewelers was lucky enough to have multiple limited edition references as well as a solid gold and regular stainless steel models available. I feel fortunate that we were able to get this experience because the Accutron Spaceview 2020 watches weren’t in the store one hour before collectors were purchasing them.
Our initial thoughts on the Accutron Spaceview 2020 collection was filled with curious interest. Admittedly I didn’t conduct much homework on the Spaceview prior to our meeting with Moyer. It took a little bit of time to start understanding the engineering behind the Spaceview to truly appreciate the technology that sets this watch apart. The design of the Accutron Spaceview 2020 gives the wearer no choice but to focus on one of its unique feature, the Electro Static movement. At first glance you expect to see something different with a skeletonize dial but you’ll quickly learn with this watch there is more to skeleton dials than showing a traditional movement. We’ll go into more detail of the dial and how the movement works later in our Accutron Spaceview 2020 review.
Surprising legibility wasn’t a concern after wearing the Spaceview for a couple minutes. Usually with skeleton dials, that’s my #1 concern. Accutron did an excellent job not sacrificing functionality for design.
The case diameter comes in at 43.5mm and a case thickness of 15.9mm with a water resistance of 50m. The overall size of the Accutron Spaceview 2020 feels about as small as you can get for a watch that has so much going on. We’re not experts on the topic of electrostatic movements but one can assume that it’s a movement that would be hard to cram into smaller spaces.
Accutron Spaceview Electrostatic Movement
The proprietary electrostatic movement developed by Accutron for the Spaceview 2020 embodies forward thinking horological engineering. In a world where almost every manufacture is competing with similar technologies, Accutron has been carving their own path with complex and unique in-house movements.
If you’re wondering how an electrostatic movement works, you’re not alone. Obviously the movement is the heart of the Spaceview’s DNA so it’s what we spent the most of time learning at Moyer Fine Jewelers. To put it in the most simple terms, the Accutron Electrostatic Movement is powered by natural movements that result when the twin turbines rotate. When the twin turbines are rotating at fast speeds, the electrode affixed to the center of the turbines generate electrostatic energy. That electrostatic energy is then stored in the accumulator which powers two motors. The two motors power different hand sets. The first motor powers the hour and minute hand and the second powers the true sweeping seconds hand.
Power Saving Function Of The Electrostatic Movement
The Electrostatic Movement of the the Accutron Spaceview 2020 has unique power saving functions built in. When the watch is delivered, it has a power reserve of 2 years…YES THAT’S TWO YEARS!
If the watch is idle for 5 minutes the seconds hand will stop at the 12 o’clock position while the hour and minute hand continue to keep time. To get the seconds hand to regain function, the wearer has to swing the watch in front of their body with a motion that starts from their knees to shoulder level for 3-5 seconds.
There is also a deeper power savings function that has an automatic and manual triggering mechanism. If the Spaceview 2020 isn’t worn for 10 days, all of the hands will stop moving therefore lengthening the available power reserve. This function can also be manually activated by pulling out the crown when the sweeping seconds hand is in any position but the 12 o’clock position.
A Revolutionary Dial
How To Set The Time For The Accutron Spaceview 2020
The Accutron Spaceview is set by knowing when to exactly pull out the crown. The timing of when the crown is pulled out matters to different functions of the watch. If the crown of the watch isn’t pulled out when the sweeping seconds hand is at precisely the 12 o’clock position the watch will going into a power saving function. That means that to set the time you have to pull the crown out the correct position and only at that time will you be allowed to set your Spaceview.
How To Charge The Accutron Spaceview 2020
Charging the Accutron Spaceview 2020 isn’t as simple as pulling the crown out and winding it. Remember the electrostatic movement isn’t any ordinary movement. To charge the Spaceview you’ll have to get the twin turbines to rotate at high speeds. To do that you need to hold the watch out in front of you and swing it up and down. See below for a photo that help explains the motion. If you need additional resources, the product manual is helpful.
Spaceview 2020 Specs
| Diameter | 43.5mm |
| Thickness | 15.9mm |
| Water Resistance | 50m |
| Movement | Electrostatic |
| Power Reserve | 2 Years |
| Crystal | Domed Sapphire |
| Dial | Skeleton |
How Much Is The Accutron Spaceview 2020
The Accutron Spaceview 2020 ranges from $3,450 – $19,600. The price varies from the regular stain steel models to solid gold.
Spaceview 2020 2ES6A001 (steel reference)
The reference we had the opportunity to observe for our Accutron Spaceview 2020 review was the traditional steel reference 2ES6A001. This model can be purchased for $3,450.
Spaceview 2020 2ES6A002 (limited edition)
The limited edition Spaceview 2020 2ES6A002 is limited to 300 pieces. This reference has an MSRP of $4,000.
Spaceview 2020 2ES7A001 (14k solid gold)
The Accutron Spaceview 2020 14k gold watch is a beauty and was produced in limited numbers. Chances are you can buy this watch for $19,600 and you’ll never see another individual wearing one.
