1970 Pulsar Hamilton Digital Watch
The 1970 Pulsar is a landmark timepiece in watch history— the world's first digital watch , created by Hamilton Watch Company under its Pulsar brand. Here's a breakdown of its significance and legacy: Pulsar by Hamilton – A Technological Breakthrough Brand: Pulsar (a Hamilton sub-brand) Parent Company: Hamilton Watch Company (U.S.-based) Prototype Reveal: 1970 Official Release: 1972 Model: Pulsar P1 Type: Digital LED (light-emitting diode) Movement: Solid-state electronic with LED display Material: 18K gold case (initial model) Retail Price (1972): $2,100 (more than a Rolex Submariner at the time) Display: Red LED digits visible only when a button was pressed Key Milestones: 1970: Hamilton unveils the first digital prototype of the Pulsar at a press event. 1972: The Pulsar P1 goes on sale to the public, marketed as the first solid-state wristwatch . Pop Culture Moment: It appeared on the wrist of James Bond (Roger Moore) in Live and Let ...