Zodiac Silver Point Professional 200m Ref. 113.17.07
Dive Watch · Zodiac (Monnier Group era). Historically an independent Swiss brand, later acquired by Genender International and currently owned by Fossil Group. Tier: Mid-range heritage brand.
Period: Neo-Vintage (Late 1980s - Early 1990s). Stylistic indicators include the mixed aesthetics of the Rolex Submariner and TAG Heuer Professional 1000/2000, combined with the 'T SWISS MADE T' tritium dial marking.
Type
Dive Watch
Brand
Zodiac (Monnier Group era). Historically an independent Swiss brand, later acquired by Genender International and currently owned by Fossil Group. Tier: Mid-range heritage brand.
Movement
Quartz movement, likely an ETA 955.XXX series caliber. These movements were standard for Zodiac and TAG Heuer during this era, featuring approximately 7 jewels and an EOL (end-of-life) indicator.
Dimensions
Case diameter: 38mm (excluding crown), Thickness: 9.5mm, Lug-to-lug: 45mm, Lug width: 18mm or 20mm.
Description
A classic examples of the 1990s 'Point' era Zodiacs, this watch represents the brand's pivot toward high-quality tool watches that competed directly with TAG Heuer's 1000 series. Its slim profile, durable matte finish, and distinctive blue-on-blue colorway make it a favorite for collectors of neo-vintage divers.
Key Features
The 'Silver Point' designation (represented by the silver dot at 6 o'clock), Mercedes hands, blue-bezel/blue-dial combination, and the bead-blasted 'destressed' case finish.
Dial Description
Deep matte blue dial with applied triangular and baton indices. Features the Zodiac crosshair logo at 12 and the 'Silver Point' dot above 6. Mercedes-style hands with aged tritium lume. Date window at 3 o'clock.
Case Material
Stainless steel with a matte/bead-blasted finish. Polished accents are present on the bezel edge.
Crystal Type
Flat mineral crystal or sapphire depending on specific year of production; likely mineral given the era. Cyclops lens over the date. Visible light scratches suggesting mineral glass.
Bezel Details
Unidirectional rotating dive bezel with 60-click or 120-click action. Blue aluminum insert with silver 60-minute scale. Luminous pip in the triangle at 12.
Crown & Pushers
Screw-down stainless steel crown with Zodiac logo. Integrated crown guards protect the winding stem from accidental impact.
Bracelet or Strap
Mounted on an aftermarket black padded leather strap with white contrast stitching. This model originally would have come on a Jubilee or Oyster style stainless steel bracelet with a diver's extension.
Caseback Details
Solid screw-down stainless steel caseback. Usually features the Zodiac logo, reference number, and water resistance engraving.
Movement Type
Quartz movement, likely an ETA 955.XXX series caliber. These movements were standard for Zodiac and TAG Heuer during this era, featuring approximately 7 jewels and an EOL (end-of-life) indicator.
Water Resistance
200 Meters (20 ATM). Suitable for swimming and snorkeling, but vintage seals should be tested before any water exposure.
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made. Produced in Switzerland during the brand's post-quartz crisis reconstruction period. Movement is an outsourced ETA quartz.
Age Estimate
Circa 1990-1994. The Silver Point series followed the 'Point' naming convention used by Zodiac during the early 1990s (Red Point, Silver Point, Gold Point).
Cultural Significance
Represents the 'Blue Era' of dive watches and the survival of Swiss heritage brands during the quartz-dominated market of the early 90s.
Condition Notes
Overall Very Good. The tritium lume has aged to a pleasing cream/custard patina. Minor scratches on the bezel insert and case. The crystal shows light signs of wear. Quartz movement requires regular battery changes.
Value Estimate
$400 - $700 USD. Value is higher for examples with the original steel bracelet and original box/papers. The blue version is more sought after than the black version.
Care & Maintenance
Periodic battery replacements every 2-3 years. Gaskets should be pressure tested and replaced every 5 years to maintain water resistance. Avoid ultrasonic cleaning for the dial due to aged tritium.
Similar Watches
TAG Heuer Professional 1000 Ref. 980.013 (very similar aesthetic), Squale Medium Diver, Seiko 7C43. These vary by movement quality and case dimensions.
Interesting Facts
Zodiac was one of the first brands to introduce a purpose-built dive watch with the Sea-Wolf in 1953. In the early 90s, former TAG Heuer executives led Zodiac, explaining the design similarities between the two brands from this era.