Zodiac watches
by David Barth
written June 2003
Zodiac
Zodiac was founded in 1882. It created the world's first Swiss-made automatic sports watch in 1930; the world's first professional sports and diver's watch in
1953; the world's first Swiss analog quartz watch in 1970; and a new system of shock-resistant cases in 1974.
Whether the basic stainless-steel model or the top-of-the-line bi-colored chronograph, Zodiac watches are manufactured in Switzerland, elegant enough for
evening wear and rugged enough for the harshest underwater environment. Navy SEALS have relied upon Zodiacs for years. The case is carved out of a block
of surgical grade stainless steel. Quality is symbolized by the Zodiac point - red, gold, silver, or blue, depending on the collection.
Zodiac Milestones
1930 - World's first Swiss-made automatic sports watch.
1953 - World's first professional sports and diver's watch.
1970 - World's first Swiss analog quartz watch.
1974 - New system of shock-resistant cases.