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SOLD Zodiac Hermetic Aerospace Jet

  1. slique12 Jan 29, 2018

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    Hello,

    Up for sale today is a pretty unique piece - a 1970s Zodiac Aerospace Jet. For those interested, Zodiac launched this line of 24 hour watches in 1962 as the Zodiac Hermetic. Over the years, the named changed to the Jet Aeronaut and finally to the Jet Aerospace. This was Zodiac's only 24 hour watch, and expectedly, the dial is the star here - deep black combined with red markers for the odd hours and Arabic numerals for the even hours. The lume has turned a pleasant shade of yellow, and is fully present on the hands and on the hour markers. This watch also possesses a snap caseback which features an unusual water-resistant system that was similar to the one found in the Zodiac Sea-Wolf. This feature explains the name "Hermetic" as well as the fish engraved on the caseback.

    Some notes from my ownership:
    - If you've never owned a 24 hour watch before, it's definitely an interesting complication - one that I really enjoy.
    - For a watch that is clearly not large, it packs a punch in terms of presence. I've had a few folks compliment the unique design.
    - I've loved owning this piece and have thought hard before putting this one up for sale. A couple incomings this month have forced my hand, and I would like to find it a good home.

    Year: 1970s
    Movement: Original, Manual winding caliber Zodiac 721
    Case: Original, stainless steel, 33mm without crown, 36mm with crown, 40mm lug to lug
    Crown: Original, signed
    Dial: Original
    Hands: Original
    Strap: None
    Service history: Unknown. Winds smoothly, running +8 seconds on my wrist, 40 hour power reserve
    Overall condition: Good

    Now for some pictures:

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    Watch and I are in the US and I can ship worldwide (with some exceptions). No returns please. Please note this sale is for the watch-head only.

    I'm asking $750USD insured and shipped to CONUS. Other countries add shipping cost. Payment by bank transfer or PayPal.

    Plenty of references on here and available upon request.

    Thanks!
     
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  2. slique12 Jan 30, 2018

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    Bump:)
     
  3. slique12 Jan 31, 2018

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    Bump:)
     
  4. slique12 Feb 1, 2018

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    Bump:)
     
  6. slique12 Feb 3, 2018

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    Price lowered to $700, which also includes insured 2 day shipping to CONUS.
     
  7. slique12 Feb 4, 2018

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    Bump:)
     
  8. slique12 Feb 5, 2018

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    Bump:)
     
  9. slique12 Feb 6, 2018

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    Bump:)
     
  10. slique12 Feb 7, 2018

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    Sold! Thanks to the buyer and OF for the space.
     
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  11. dougiedude Carpe horologium! Feb 7, 2018

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    Someone got a very cool watch!
     
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