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Product code: W1498cc Categories: Sold Items, Sold Watches.Since its launch in 1969, the Zenith El Primero has become as iconic as it has sought after, and here is a fantastic vintage Zenith El Primero A783 dating made in 1971.
The Zenith El Primero was the worlds first automatic chronograph that has been fitted in various case styles and dial colours, including even going into the Rolex Daytona’s of the 1990’s.
Only 1,500 of this particular Zenith El Primero was made, making this itself quite a fascinating talking point with the added luxury of more than likely being the only one you will ever see, even if yo rub shoulders with other watch collectors.
The stainless steel case measures 38mm across plus the Zenith crown and pushers and is fitted on its brilliant angular designed band, somewhat reminiscent of the Audemars Royal Oak.
With the two tone dial being such a stand out feature, it also has the red seconds counter and the date window at the 4 o’clock position.
Inside is the infamous 31 jewelled automatic Zenith calibre 3019 PHC that has been serviced, runs great and comes with our twelve month warranty.
For someone who loves vintage watches, a watch collector, or someone who is after an iconic watch, then this Zenith El Primero might just be the one.
Stock# W1498cc
Maker: Zenith
Model: Zenith El Primero
Circa: 1971
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Description
Vintage Zenith El Primero A783 made in 1971
A brief history on the Zenith El Primero.
Released in 1969, the Zenith El Primero became the world’s first automatic chronograph watch that was very closely followed by Heuer and Seiko, and since its release has become one of the most iconic chronograph watches in history.
Credit should further be given to the El Primero as it had a high frequency movement, was also equipped with a column wheel and a horizontal clutch, and a more traditional system to use the start, stop and reset functions of the chronograph – and of course being automatic which is how we take most chronograph watches to be.
And then the Zenith El Primero calibre 4030 was used in the Rolex Daytona 16520 from 1988 for about ten years, making this a highly collectable and sought after Rolex Daytona and gives a further glimpse to the high esteem that this movement was looked upon by not only Rolex but watch makers and collectors alike.
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