So, I got my hands on this Zodiac Seawolf watch the other day, and I’ve been wearing it around for a week now. Let me tell you, it’s been quite an experience.
First off, I started digging into the history of this thing. Turns out, Zodiac, the brand, has been around since the late 1800s. They started in Switzerland, making these Swiss-made watches, and now they’re an American brand. Who knew?
- I began by looking at the price, and honestly, it’s not as bad as I thought. It’s like, under a thousand bucks for some models, which is pretty decent for a luxury watch with such a legacy.
- Then, I dove into actually using the watch. It’s got this STP 1-11 movement thing, and it’s been keeping time like a champ. I’m no watch expert, but it seems to be doing its job just fine for my daily routine.
Now, about the diving part, I haven’t gone deep-sea diving or anything, but I did test it in the pool. It says it can handle up to 200 meters, which is way more than I’ll ever need. The bezel, the ring around the watch face, it’s adjustable, which is kind of cool.
I also saw online that it’s supposed to be in the same league as big names like Seiko and Tudor. I mean, I’m not sure how to compare them, but it does make me feel like I’ve got something special on my wrist.
Design Time
I checked out their Super Sea Wolf collection, and it’s pretty neat. They talk about Swiss craftsmanship and innovation and all that jazz. It seems like they’re aiming for people who want something fancy but also practical for their “adventures,” as they call it.
One of these watches, the Super Sea Wolf 691, it’s a collaboration with some vintage watch guys, Craft+Tailored. I’ve been wearing it, and it feels, I don’t know, vintage but also modern? Hard to explain.
And get this, there’s a version, the Super Sea Wolf Compression Diver Ref. ZO9304, that looks all modern with crazy colors. But apparently, it’s inspired by a watch from the ’60s. The pink one is out there, but it’s kind of growing on me.
In the end, I grabbed a Super Sea Wolf GMT, a stainless steel one. It set me back a bit, but it’s a solid piece. It’s not just a watch; it feels like a bit of history and craftsmanship all mixed into one.
So yeah, that’s my take on this Zodiac Seawolf watch. It’s been a fun week getting to know this thing, and I’m pretty stoked to keep wearing it.
