Zodiac SeaDragon Watch - ZO2219

Reflection on the Zodiac SeaDragon

The Zodiac SeaDragon was one of my first forays into watch collecting and marked my third or fourth watch since my venerable "first watch," a Guess Waterpro. At that time, I was particularly attracted to diver-style watches.

Overview

The SeaDragon was a very good watch, and I truly enjoyed wearing it. Unfortunately, since parting with it, I've learned that Zodiac has abandoned quartz watches in favor of automatic models, making these older quartz versions increasingly uncommon and potentially rare in the future. I recall selling it for around $40, and now I see them selling for close to $100 on eBay. I believe I paid about $119 to $129 retail.

While I wouldn’t be surprised if it sells for more than MSRP in a decade, I don't expect it to fetch much more than that, as it is still just a quartz watch.

Design Flaws

One drawback of this watch is that the bezel is not unidirectional and can easily get jammed, rendering it primarily decorative. Additionally, the case design makes it challenging to thread a NATO strap.

Specifications

Model Number: ZO2219
Size: 39 mm Dial
Band Width: 20 mm
Movement: Quartz

The Zodiac SeaDragon holds a special place in my watch collection journey, and I appreciate the experiences it provided.

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