New Arrivals: c. 1960 Zodiac Rotographic Automatic
This is a beautifully restored vintage Zodiac Rotographic automatic, freshly serviced and regulated and running well, with a warm gold presence and classic mid-century proportions. The Rotographic line captures Zodiac at its most elegant: slim, clean, and intentionally understated, with just enough dial detail to feel special without tipping into busy. With the heavy lifting already done mechanically, this is the kind of vintage automatic you can actually wear and enjoy.
This is a beautifully restored vintage Zodiac Rotographic automatic, freshly serviced and regulated and running well, with a warm gold presence and classic mid-century proportions. The Rotographic line captures Zodiac at its most elegant: slim, clean, and intentionally understated, with just enough dial detail to feel special without tipping into busy. With the heavy lifting already done mechanically, this is the kind of vintage automatic you can actually wear and enjoy.
Case, Dial & Aesthetic
The 34mm case is 10K gold filled with a stainless steel screwback, and it has been overplated in 18K gold as part of the restoration to revive that rich, period-correct tone. The dial is a restrained cream/silver tone with applied markers and the Rotographic signature, showing light age freckles that read as honest vintage character rather than damage. A new crystal brings the dial back into sharp focus, and the hands have been restored, replated, and re-lumed for a cohesive, correct look.
Movement: Zodiac-branded AS 1624 Automatic
Inside is a Zodiac-signed version of the AS 1624, a robust Swiss automatic movement family produced by A. Schild and used broadly across quality mid-century automatics. In 17-jewel form it is a straightforward, serviceable design that rewards proper maintenance, and this example is notably clean.
Movement: Zodiac-branded AS 1624
Winding: Automatic
Jewels: 17
Display: Central sweep seconds
Condition & Service
This watch has been fully serviced and regulated and is running well. Restoration work includes a new mainspring, new stem, and new crystal, plus a replacement vintage signed Zodiac crown. The hands were restored, replated, and re-lumed, giving the watch a cohesive presentation while keeping the overall character properly vintage.
Specs & Details
Brand: Zodiac
Model/Dial: Rotographic
Year (Estimated): circa 1956–1961
Case: 10K gold filled, overplated in 18K gold
Caseback: Stainless steel screwback
Case size: 34mm
Lug-to-lug: 41mm
Thickness: approx. 10mm
Lug width: 17.5mm (17mm strap)
Crystal: New
Stem: New
Crown: Replacement vintage signed Zodiac
Why This Watch Matters
Zodiac is best known for sport models like the Sea Wolf, but the brand's mid-century dress watches have a quiet charm that is easy to overlook until you see one this well sorted. The Rotographic name, the warm gold tone, and the clean dial furniture deliver classic 1950s/60s style, while the fresh service a means you can wear it without the usual vintage caveats. It is a great example of a practical, collector-friendly automatic that still feels special on the wrist.