Méditerranée Automatic 9668-5 Watch

The Watch

Drawing on decades of expertise rooted in aeronautics, the iconic Zeppelin brand continues to write its story through high-quality, elegant, and timeless horology. Wearing one of its timepieces means embracing an authentic aviator style that lets your personality shine through. A masterful blend of vintage flair, refined design, and uncompromising quality, this stunning 9668-5 watch from the Méditerranée collection will sit elegantly on your wrist - your go-to piece for a sharp, distinguished look. Crafted in-house by the brand's German watchmakers at its Ruhla atelier, it's built to deliver the finest wrist experience for years to come. Comfortable and enjoyable to wear, its round case is crafted in stainless steel with a polished finish. Measuring 40 mm in diameter and 12 mm thick, it's perfectly proportioned for the modern man. A K1 mineral crystal sits over the dial to shield it from daily knocks and scratches. The crown, with its knurled design, is positioned at 3 o'clock and is used to manually set the hands and date window. Finally, this model features a snap-on caseback with a transparent display window so you can admire the movement, while providing 5 ATM water resistance.

The Dial

The case houses a round dial in a captivating champagne beige hue. Easy to read and beautifully crafted, it delivers a smooth analog display enhanced by a date complication. The date is shown via a black-background date window at 3 o'clock. The semi-matte dial features two black pear-shaped hands marking the hours and minutes. A slim black seconds hand completes the trio. Hours are marked by gold Arabic numeral indices, except at 3 o'clock, which is indicated by a dot. A finely graduated minute track runs along the dial's perimeter - marked "Made in Germany" - with black tick marks and small black rectangles every 5 minutes. A second minute track accompanies it, with black Arabic numerals every five minutes. The 24-hour subdial at 9 o'clock indicates AM and PM hours. Finally, the movement type and collection name are noted at 6 o'clock, while the brand name and logo are displayed just below 12 o'clock as a signature.

The Movement

This timepiece is powered by a 21-jewel automatic movement - highly reliable and efficient in any situation. Manufactured in Japan, the Citizen-Miyota 8217 caliber drives the smooth, precise motion of the hands, subdial, and date window for accurate, dependable reading of hours, minutes, seconds, and date. Running at 21,600 vph (3 Hz), it delivers a 42-hour power reserve.

The Strap

Crafted from stitched cowhide leather, the strap adds a refined touch to the watch, enhancing its vintage character with a hint of modern sophistication. Its versatile brown color pairs effortlessly with both day and night outfits. Supple and comfortable, it wraps the wrist with ease for all-day wear. Easy to handle, it fastens securely with a stainless steel tang buckle.

Water Resistance

With 5-atmosphere water resistance - equivalent to 50 meters - this watch is your entry point into water-resistant timekeeping. While it's not designed for swimming, serious water sports, or diving, you can safely wear it in the shower without worry. That said, our team recommends keeping it dry whenever possible to protect the movement and ensure years of reliable performance.