Sea
Dragon Collection
It is important that a
brand as rich in heritage as Zodiac continues to build on its solid
foundation. The SEA DRAGON Collection has daring style
offerings with bold color combinations for both men and women,
encompassing eclectic design originally inspired from a 1972 Zodiac
model. The SEA DRAGON has become a core model in the Zodiac
Collection.
V-Series Collection
Diving and water sports
are the focal point in the V-WOLF Collection. This series
showcases colorful dials, luminous indexes and water resistance used
to meet the challenges of deep sea diving.
With a rush of emotion, the V-SPORT Collection is a marriage of land
and water. Reminiscent of vintage sports cars, the V-SPORT
Collection embodies speed and precision. Contemporary touches
such as two toned dials and oversized case designs make any on road
travel exhilarating.
Sea
Wolf
Collection
Originating from the
archives of Zodiac history, the legendary SEA WOLF Collection is
reintroduced with the original design aesthetics from the 1950's
piece. Historically, the SEA WOLF model was labeled as the
"world's finest underwater watch". Today, inspired by
heritage, Zodiac has reinvented its masterpiece introducing the
original case body. Remaining true to principal, by
withstanding the stresses and strains of the twenty-first century, a
feminine, fashion forward sport piece is born.
Desert
Master Collection
This collection
personifies the character of an adventurer with invigorating spirit
and performance precision. As a master of the sands of time,
the DESERT MASTER model embodies casual elegance from another period
yet exudes a contemporary attitude for today. The timepiece's
exquisite style is truly matched by its functionality and
performance.
Olympus Collection
The OLYMPUS Collection
displays its sober elegance in a timeless fashion. Elements of
readability, water resistance and durability will please an
adventurous soul who believes that true luxury exudes the harmonious
blend of sophistication and functionality.
Zodiac Brand History
1908 - Ariste Calame
patents the name Zodiac as a brand.
1908 to 1930 - No wrist
watches were produced up until this time. Zodiac manufactured its
own calibers and movements that were used for production of pocket
watches.
1924 - Zodiac launches
its first extra flat pocket watch with Zodiac caliber 1617 movement.
1930 - Zodiac patents an
unique shock proofing system that utilized a z-shaped spring clip
over the balance.
1930 - Zodiac launches
one of the first Swiss automatic watches.
1932 - Zodiac launches
the first Swiss analog quartz watch, the famous BETA 21 CALIBRE
model.
1937 - Zodiac creates a
new innovation: a 10.5 Ligne, 8 day wristwatch movement.
1949 - Zodiac launches
the AUTOGRAPHIC at the Basel fair ( a self winding watch with a
power reserve gauge measuring hours of power). This was one of the
only two watches at this time to have a power reserve collection.
1953 - Zodiac launches
the SEA WOLF. The SEA WOLF model was one of the first serious
diver's watches manufactured and marketed to the masses.
Late 1950's - Zodiac
launches the SUPER SEA WOLF. The patented crown/stem system and
improved case back design increased the water pressure rating to 750
meters.
1960 - A 24-hour GMT
hand is added to the SEA WOLF and introduced as the AEROSPACE.
1962 - The AEROSPACE JET
model is introduced which features true 24-hour hands that only
traverse the dial once in 24 hours.
1968 - Zodiac launches
the first Swiss electronic watch, the DYNOTRON model
1969 - The ASTROGRAPHIC
model is introduced with the "mystery hands".
1970's - The OLYMPUS
watch is introduced. This style uses the same mystery hands as the
ASTROGRAPHIC model but in a more classic execution.
1977 - Zodiac introduces
the world's first LCD watch to obtain an official chronometer
certificate.
1978 - Zodiac launches
the world's slimmest quartz watch using traditional technology and
the flattest automatic watch with calendar.
2004 - Zodiac launches
its vintage inspired collection at the Basel fair. New families such
as the SEA DRAGON and V-WOLF blend elements from the original Zodiac
collection with added contemporary touches.
2005 - Zodiac introduces
explosive waves of color in the Italian-made caoutchouc and the
detailed dials. For Fall, Zodiac reinvents the OLYMPUS series with a
classic casual design.
2006 - With global
distribution, the Zodiac brand is continuing to make its mark in the
Swiss watch industry. With never-ending attention to quality
craftsmanship and innovation, the Zodiac collections just keep
getting better.
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