Zodiac Talk => General Zodiac Discussion => Topic started by: jul1ien on December 08, 2021, 04:19:08 AM

Title: Zodiac Glorious
Post by: jul1ien on December 08, 2021, 04:19:08 AM
Hello everyone,

I recovered my grandfather's watch: A Zodiac Glorious.

I would like some information on this watch: Its movement, its year or any other interesting things!

Finally, the crown does not appear to be original. Do you know what is the original crown and where I could get one?

here are some photos. Unfortunately I can't open it.


thank you so much !
Title: Re: Zodiac Glorious
Post by: Butch on December 08, 2021, 07:25:17 AM
Look like a mid to late 1950's dress watch. I think the case is solid gold due to the serial number. The 14 or 18K markings are probably in the case back. That probably has a manual winds movement too.

A very nice family heirloom. Be sure to read this if you want to wear it.
https://www.vintagezodiacs.com/watchrepair.php (https://www.vintagezodiacs.com/watchrepair.php)
Title: Re: Zodiac Glorious
Post by: jul1ien on December 08, 2021, 08:58:54 AM
Thank you !

Yes I confirm, it is in 18K gold (Eagle head), and it is indeed a manual winds movement. Do you know which movement?
What does number 4192 refer to?

The watch has been revised by a watchmaker, it works perfectly!

Regarding the crown, do you have any advice, any idea where I could find this?

thank you so much
Title: Re: Zodiac Glorious
Post by: YuriyV on December 08, 2021, 10:17:19 AM
Quote from: jul1ien on December 08, 2021, 08:58:54 AMDo you know which movement?

I'd speculate - ETA 1080. But your watchmaker should know that for sure
Title: Re: Zodiac Glorious
Post by: Grossisten on December 08, 2021, 02:19:54 PM
What a lovely watch! And gold too - very cool.
Title: Re: Zodiac Glorious
Post by: jul1ien on December 09, 2021, 07:36:27 AM
Thanks everyone !
Title: Re: Zodiac Glorious
Post by: jul1ien on December 15, 2021, 08:00:34 AM
And here is his movement !

Title: Re: Zodiac Glorious
Post by: Ultra-Vintage on December 16, 2021, 10:36:35 AM
The Zodiac 721 (Font 72 base) is a very nice movement.  Zodiac featured it in quite a few watches from the era, including a variant that was used in the Aerospace Jet.  Once serviced it is a reliable and accurate movement.
Title: Re: Zodiac Glorious
Post by: jul1ien on December 16, 2021, 01:51:45 PM
Thank you for the information !
Title: Re: Zodiac Glorious
Post by: jul1ien on November 28, 2022, 08:28:47 AM
Hello everyone,

I'm still looking for the original crown for this Zodiac glorious. Someone to help me ?

Thanks !
Title: Re: Zodiac Glorious
Post by: YuriyV on November 28, 2022, 02:28:34 PM
Would you mind to share a picture of the case back's inner side?