Over 50 years later, the El Primero remains the benchmark of precision among automatic chronograph movements, giving way to new versions and iterations in a constant evolution of technicity and performance. Few watches have been as influential and truly iconic as the Zenith A386, which made its debut in 1969 as one of the first steel watches to be equipped with the revolutionary El Primero calibre – the world’s first automatic high-frequency integrated chronograph movement. THE LONG-AWAITED SUCCESSOR TO THE A386 IS FINALLY HERE: ZENITH PRESENTS THE CHRONOMASTER ORIGINAL – THE 21 ST CENTURY RENDITION OF THE MOST ICONIC EL PRIMERO The chronograph leaves an unforgettable impression and feels as something special and unique on your wrist.Products - JTHE LONG-AWAITED SUCCESSOR TO THE A386 IS FINALLY HERE: ZENITH PRESENTS THE CHRONOMASTER ORIGINAL – THE 21ST CENTURY RENDITION OF THE MOST ICONIC EL PRIMERO
It is almost impossible to find a MK1 in a completely original and at the same time mint condition. The year of manufacture is engraved on the wristband (see pictures). The serial number 538DXXX is clearly readable on the caseback and can be traced back to the first production series from 1969.Īnother fact that makes this offer so special is the famous Gay Frères Ladder Bracelet from 1968. The stainless steel case is unpolished, free of scratches and shows only natural traces.
The only "flaw" to be mentioned is a very tiny perforation in the hour-hand, only visible with a loupe. All dial parts are original and in a very good condition. The chronograph features a stunning and unusual three-color dial with contrasting sub-registers and a central red second hand. The offered watch has ALL the mentioned characteristics (see pictures) and is therefore doubtless a MK1. MK2 and MK3 do have a groove at the case edge. the case edge is stepped and even without a groove (see pictures). the internal engraving of the caseback: "Zenith - Swiss made - Acier inoxidable". The MK1 version can be identified by the following characteristics: The watch collectors label the A386 MK1 as the "Non Plus Ultra" amongst vintage watches. Between 19, Zenith produced only 2,500 pieces of the El Primero A386 in three versions - MK1, MK2 and MK3.
Appeared in 1969 as one of the first chronographs with automatic movement, the A386 definitely belongs to the icons of all vintage watches. Zenith El Primero is THE cult watch from Zenith.
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