Zodiac Chronometre Goldenline info needed

[akkorn]

Zodiac Goldenline Chronometre info needed
Hi Everyone, this is my first post. I recently acquired this Zodiac watch from a thirft store. The Dial reads " Zodiac Chronometre Goldenline automatic". It keeps excellant time, but will only run about six hours overnight after I've worn it all day. I'm taking it to a local jeweler next week to be serviced & a new crystal. My questions are:

1. What movement is it using? Its a screw back, but I couldn't get it off.
2. About when was it made?
3. What does the "Chronometre" designation mean for this watch/movement?

And any other info and history would be great, Thanks in advance!

[Butch]

Zodiac Goldenline Chronometre info needed
Hi Everyone, this is my first post. I recently acquired this Zodiac watch from a thirft store. The Dial reads " Zodiac Chronometre Goldenline automatic". It keeps excellant time, but will only run about six hours overnight after I've worn it all day. I'm taking it to a local jeweler next week to be serviced & a new crystal. My questions are:

1. What movement is it using? Its a screw back, but I couldn't get it off. Probably a Zodiac Cal. 70-72, or a 72.
2. About when was it made? Early to mid-60's.
3. What does the "Chronometre" designation mean for this watch/movement? Swiss for Chronometer.

And any other info and history would be great, Thanks in advance!

Welcome aboard! Yes, I would recommend reading some of the articles here, along with the BWG forum. You are headed in the right direction, but most locals cannot repair them and cannot get he parts.


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chronometer_watch

[jon p]

     get it restored correctly. these are highly accurate movements IF the right watchmaker adjusts it. as butch stated, dont let just anyone try to work on it, send it to our watchmaker here on the forum. he KNOWS these movements!

[Iktomi]

Great find! How much did you buy it at the thrift store if you don't mind me asking?

[akkorn]

Only nine dollars! I couldn't believe my luck! I shook it a couple times and it came to life.

[Iktomi]

Only nine dollars! I couldn't believe my luck! I shook it a couple times and it came to life.

WOW! That's a steal!