Founded in 1865 in Le Locle by visionary watchmaker Georges Favre-Jacot, Zenith quickly became renowned for the precision of its chronometers. Zenith has created more than 600 movements in its history, none more celebrated than the legendary El Primero, the high-frequency chronograph calibre that beats at 36,000 vph.
Surface Says
To watch lovers, the name Zenith is synonymous with the storied El Primero, the first automatic chronograph, which remains one of watchmaking’s best. Not surprisingly, Zenith is represented in the watch drawer of Surface’s very own watch editor.
CHRONOMASTER HERITAGE
Automatic El Primero column-wheel chronograph, 38 mm Stainless steel case, Blue sunray-patterned dial, 10 ATM, Transparent sapphire crystal case-back, Blue perforated calfskin leather with protective rubber lining and stainless steel pin buckle.
El Primero 400 B Automatic movement, 42 mm Stainless Steel case, Silver-toned sunray-patterned dial with black toned counters, 10 ATM, Transparent sapphire crystal case-back, Black rubber strap with black PVD-coated Titanium triple folding clasp.
Founded in 1865 in Le Locle by visionary watchmaker Georges Favre-Jacot, Zenith quickly became renowned for the precision of its chronometers. Zenith has created more than 600 movements in its history, none more celebrated than the legendary El Primero, the high-frequency chronograph calibre that beats at 36,000 vph.