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Zenith El Primero Original 1969 03.2150.400

Pre-owned () | Original box | Original papers
Rp.153,005,395

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Basic Info
Listing code DZ5059
Brand Zenith
Model El Primero Original 1969
Reference number 03.2150.400
Dealer product code VC101
Movement Automatic
Case material Steel
Bracelet material Steel
Year of production Unknown
Condition
Scope of delivery
Original box, original papers
Gender Men's watch/Unisex
Location United States of America, New York, White Plains
Price $9,199 (= Rp.153,005,395) [Negotiable]
Availability Item is in stock

Caliber
Movement Automatic

Case
Case material Steel
Case diameter 38 mm
Dial Silver

Bracelet/strap
Bracelet material Steel

Description
In 1969, three automatic chronographs were introduced: the Zenith El Primero, the Seiko 6139, and the Caliber 11 (produced in partnership with Heuer, Hamilton/Buren, Dubois-Depraz, and Breitling). To this day, it is disputed as to which of these aforementioned brands launched first.

However, what we can determine is that Zenith produced one of the first two integrated automatic chronographs ever (as the Caliber 11 is a module based chronograph), and Zenith publicly announced their self-winding chronograph before anyone else. So as far as which chronograph was announced first, it was Zenith. And they are true to their name “El Primero” which means “The First,” in that regard. As far as which chronograph was available commercially first, that is a different story as the Caliber 11 did, in fact, go on sale before the El Primero.

For anyone who loves vintage-inspired watches, the El Primero Original 1969 is a beast. A 38-mm steel case matching the dimensions of the 1969 original; a sunburst silver dial with three-toned subdials; a black minute-counter ring with rhodium-plated hour markers; and, to top it all off, the signature El Primero chronograph seconds counter. This watch echoes tribute with every single one of its 36,000-vph ticks. This reference also uses the historic Caliber 400 movement with a date indicator at the 4:30 position, and is available on either a stainless steel or brown alligator strap.

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Aesthetic Condition*:
Practically no signs of use on case and strap. Looks like new. (We grade our watches conservatively. Most minor imperfections that we describe, if any, will not be visible to the naked eye)
- We consider this watch, as shown in the pictures, as Mint

Extras:
Manufacturers Box and Papers

In-House Test Results:
Bench-run for at least 24 hours. All watch functions tested and operable.
Observed rate: performs per manufacturer specs
Bracelet Sizing: up to 7.5 inches

Serial: XXX

Service History: Unknown

*Photos are of the actual watch, are part of the description, and are taken to exceed mid-luxury inspection standards, including Omega and Rolex. Grades are the listing text and pictures summarized into a simple-to-understand score, not to be confused with TZ or other grading systems.
Instantaneous measurements using a timegrapher averaged over 6 positions. Use only as a baseline. Your wearing habits will affect results. Unserviced watches are not tested for WR or PR. Bracelet size measured using a ruler or mandrel and includes extra links. A comfortable bracelet size may vary from your measured wrist size. No explicit or implied warranties.

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