The A386 is considered by many to be the archetypal Zenith chronograph thanks to its iconic dial design with three subdials, each in a different color. The first Zenith timepieces to feature the then-groundbreaking El Primero caliber were the references A384, A385, and A386. The latter is available on Chrono24 starting around 4,600 USD, while the Rolex demands closer to 38,000 USD. Some popular examples include the Rolex Daytona ref.

Watches powered by the El Primero but not made by Zenith are also coveted among collectors. Vintage refs like the A384 and A386 are particularly popular with collectors, and will set you back between 14,000 USD and 19,000 USD, depending on the exact model and condition. These watches demand between 60,500 USD and 105,000 USD. You'll find watches with a double tourbillon, Gravity Control, or fusee at the upper end of the price range. Set aside at least 2,000 USD more if you want to purchase a model with the state-of-the-art El Primero 21 caliber.

Expect to see prices around 8,200 USD for a Chronomaster Original with the classic tricolor dial. Prices for watches from current collections, such as the Chronomaster Open with a partially skeletonized dial, start closer to 7,000 USD. For this price, you can find well-maintained models from the 1990s and early 2000s. Zenith chronographs outfitted with an El Primero caliber are available starting at 2,500 USD on Chrono24. Here, the balance and escapement are part of a gyroscopic regulating module that continuously realigns itself to counteract the effects of gravity.ĭefy Double Tourbillon / 40.9000.9020/78.R582Īcademy Christophe Colomb Equation of Time / 18.2220.8808/01.C631ĭefy Fusee Tourbillon / 10.9000.4805/78.R916Ĭhronomaster Tourbillon / 65.2050.4035/91.C714 Zenith's watchmaking brilliance extends to movements with so-called Gravity Control. The double tourbillon version relies on a tourbillon each for the time display and chronograph function, while the El Primero Fusee with a tourbillon uses a fusee and chain mechanism to modulate the force of the mainspring. Other highlights include El Primero movements with a double tourbillon or fusee. The latter boasts an incredible frequency of 50 Hz, which allows timing to 1/100th of a second. It is fitted with two oscillation/escapement systems – one for the time display, which runs at 5 Hz, and another for the chronograph.

The El Primero 21, introduced in 2017 and found in some watches in the Defy line, increases the movement's already legendary precision by a factor of ten. Today, the El Primero powers various watches in the, Defy, and Pilot series. In comparison, the Valjoux 7750 from ETA only has a power reserve of around 44 hours. Despite its frequency, the caliber has a power reserve of 50 hours when fully wound.

Thanks to an unusually high balance frequency of 36,000 vph (5 Hz), the movement can measure 1/10th of a second – a feat that remains a rarity in mechanical chronographs to this day. The El Primero earned the brand with the star logo its place in horological history and has since become Zenith's showpiece. The movement was released in 1969 and is considered the first automatic chronograph movement ever produced. Functions Chronograph, Year, Tachymeter Other details Display back, small seconds, luminous hands, luminous markers Your watch will be shipped using insured door-to-door shipping.The Swiss luxury watch manufacturer Zenith is inseparable from their famous chronograph caliber, the El Primero, which means 'the first' in Spanish. Bracelet/strap Strap material: leather Strap colour: black Clasp: buckle. Case Case material: titanium Case diameter: 37 mm Water-resistance: 5 ATM Bezel material: Titanium Crystal: Sapphire crystal Dial: Black Dial numerals: No numerals. Calibre Movement: Automatic Movement/Calibre: El Primero 400 Power reserve: 50 h Number of jewels: 31 Frequency: 36,000 A/h. C822 Movement: automatic Case material: titanium Bracelet/strap material: Leather Condition: new (brand new, without any signs of wear) Scope of delivery: Original box, original papers Gender: Men's watch/Unisex. Year of warranty: 2020 Reference number: 97. This watch has a micro-blasted titanium case and a black dial with grey sub dials and grey tachymeter scale. C822 NEW The Zenith El Primero A384 Chronomaster Revival Shadow reference 97. Zenith El Primero A384 Chronomaster Revival Shadow 37mm Black Dial Titanium Case 97.

Chronomaster revival el primero a384