It boasts the signature skull-and-serpents motif that continues around the case, including a small, engraved skull on the winding crown and details in hand-applied, full-color enamels.

Tachymeters are also an addition to the watch and stopwatch functions. Note that chronographs are produced at a higher rate which lowers the cost but not its performance. Regardless of the number, the added complications powering these timepieces naturally make it more valuable.

Today, the brand is also known and appreciated for offering classically styled timepieces and excellent value. Here are five Zenith watches* that we can recommend for new collectors.