The historic watch brand Zodiac has a long and varied history, with some surprising gems on offer in addition to its well known mid-century sport watches. The brand is also going strong today thanks in no small part to rereleases of popular vintage models from its catalog since its acquisition by the Fossil Group.
The Super Seawolf dive watches, the Jetomatic, and even the funky Astrographic, among others, have all made comebacks, and they have helped characterize an image of the company in many watch fans’ eyes as the purveyors of affordable luxury. While remaining true to the Zodiac personality, the below vintage specimens below are each of a totally different style — and each has an unexpected twist that makes it a little more interesting.
Zodiac Chronometer Kingline 36000
What We Like: This Kingline has a fantastic 1960s look, and although its case width of only 33.5mm might sound small for modern standards, a sporty blue dial and angular case design should help it wear more boldly. What makes it particularly cool, however, is that it’s powered by an uncommon 5Hz (36,000 beats per hour, as implied by its name) automatic movement jointly developed by Doxa, Eberhard, Favre-Leuba, Girard-Perregaux, and Zodiac together.
From the Seller: In pre-owned condition with a clean crystal, this is a truly stunning watch finished to a very high standard.
