The Zodiac 788 Hermetic is a vintage Swiss mechanical wristwatch powered by the reliable ETA 1080 manual-wind movement. Produced in the mid-20th century, it features Zodiac’s classic Hermetic case design, combining durability, understated elegance, and traditional Swiss watchmaking craftsmanship.
Specifications
SKU
07302026093146
Item
Wristwatch
Brand
Zodiac
Model
Hermetic
Reference
788
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Dagger/Dauphine Indexes
Case Material
Stainless Steel
Movement
Mechanical
Caliber
ETA 1080
Country
Swiss
Gender
Men's
Jewels
17
Band Material
Leather
Department
Men
Condition
Case
Shows scratches.
Crystal
Shows hairline scratches.
Dial
Has spotting.
Bezel
It has scratches.
Crown
Shows desk marks.
Hands
The hour hand is discolored.
Function
Running, but may be in need of service. This means, it can run unreliably, start or stop and timekeeping is not guaranteed
Timing Data
Minus 55 Seconds/day, 192 Amp, 0.1 BE
Measurements
Diameter
32mm
Thickness
10mm
Lug Width
15mm
Lug to Lug
40mm
About the Brand
Zodiac is a historic Swiss watchmaker founded in 1882, known for producing reliable and innovative tool watches. The brand gained significant recognition with models like the Sea Wolf, one of the earliest commercially available dive watches. Zodiac built its reputation on durable, purpose-driven designs that appealed to professionals and enthusiasts alike. Today, it remains respected for its heritage and distinctive vintage-inspired reissues.