Zodiac - Cal 61A - Cushion Case- Manual Wind - No reserve price - Men - 1970-1979

Zodiac Cal. 61A – Manual Wind – Golden Dial – Cushion Case – 35 mm

An elegant vintage Swiss mechanical timepiece in beautiful condition, this Zodiac combines a warm gold-plated cushion case with a harmonious golden dial. Its sculptural applied markers, original signed crown and traditional manual-wind Cal. 61A movement make it an appealing choice for collectors who appreciate refined vintage design. Supplied with its original Zodiac box, it offers an attractive presentation with enduring character.

Technical Details

Brand: Zodiac

Model: Vintage Cal. 61A Cushion Case

Case: Gold-plated cushion-shaped case with a brushed finish

Diameter: Approximately 35 mm, excluding the crown

Crystal: Acrylic

Dial: Golden dial with a subtle sunburst finish and a fine outer minute track

Hour markers: Applied gold-toned rectangular markers with ridged detailing

Hands: Gold-toned hour and minute hands with luminous inserts and a slender central seconds hand

Movement: Swiss Zodiac Cal. 61A mechanical movement

Winding: Manual wind

Jewels: 17

Functions: Hours, minutes and central seconds

Crown: Original signed Zodiac crown, as specified

Case back: Solid stainless-steel back with Zodiac signature

Water resistance: Not tested

Strap: Supplied on a generic leather strap suitable for a wrist of up to approximately 21 cm; photographs show the watch fitted with a Speidel expansion bracelet

Accessories: Supplied with its original Zodiac presentation box

Condition Report

Grade B+ – Very good vintage condition, with signs of wear consistent with age.

The watch presents in beautiful condition overall, with an attractive golden dial and well-defined cushion-case contours. The gold-plated case shows fine scratches, small marks and localised wear around the edges and underside. The stainless-steel case back displays surface scratches and opening marks. The applied markers and hands retain a pleasing appearance, while the acrylic crystal shows light surface traces. The original Zodiac box displays age-related wear and discolouration. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an essential part of the condition description.

The watch’s water resistance has not been tested. Contact with water should therefore be avoided.

Story & Heritage

Zodiac’s origins reach back to 1882, when Ariste Calame opened a watchmaking workshop in Le Locle, Switzerland. This longstanding Swiss heritage provides the background to a brand whose vintage watches offer a wide variety of distinctive designs.

This example expresses the elegance of the traditional mechanical dress watch through a bold cushion-shaped case and a carefully balanced dial. The brushed gold-plated surface frames the circular display, giving the watch a confident presence while preserving comfortable 35 mm proportions.

The golden dial creates a cohesive composition with the case and hands. Its ridged applied markers catch the light, adding depth to the restrained layout, while the absence of a calendar allows the dial’s symmetry to remain uninterrupted.

Inside, the signed Zodiac Cal. 61A preserves the personal ritual of manual winding—a direct connection between wearer and mechanism. With its original signed crown, original box and attractive vintage presentation, this Zodiac offers an appealing combination of mechanical interest, warm colour and sculptural design.

Internal Reference Number - Xtm. 228