![]() ![]() An updated Zenith logo a sleek red seconds hand replaces the previous one sporting a square motif and with the new movement, the outer tachymeter, inner ring and subdials are tweaked to read deciseconds. There are some nips and tucks made to keep the new model looking fresh and youthful. And for those not hankering for an exact ‘69 doppelganger, there is also the option of a version in 18k rose gold with tri-colour dials and another in a ‘reverse panda’ dial that’s black with silver sub-registers.Ī bonus for the range points to the new version 2.0 of the El Primero calibre which sports a lateral clutch, column wheel and a 60 hour power reserve at its signature 36,000 bph frequency. ![]() So anyone who really wants one, can get one. Good timing we say, trend-wise, as ‘gender-fluid’ watches sit big on all sorts of wrists right now.Īlso notable – the collection is not exclusive but available in standard production. Until now – with the 2021 drop of these new Originals.Īt long last, those who didn’t quite like the small-ish 37mm tonneau-shaped Chronos can rejoice – presenting these true originals – sized at 38mm in stainless steel with three registers swatched in the much coveted grey, black and blue. In plain language, one could not own an El Primero-powered reissue in the form of an A386, wearing classic grey-black-blue for its dials with a plain steel strap. (More about this latest El Primero 2.0 in Zenith Chronomaster Sport: Decisecond and Counting). It is also important to note that the El Primero movement was recently updated in the Sport Chronomaster to boast a more precise ‘1/10th of a second’ capability, hence propelling it into a price value league of its own. The revival collection for its golden (or 50th) anniversary in 2019 was enshrined in a limited edition set of 3 A386s dressed up in different precious golds for festive reasons. So if die-hard fans wanted the original 38mm A386 of ‘69, iterations on offer only had dials in a trio of blues ( Manufacture edition) instead of the original grey, black and blue. There was also a matte-black version nicknamed ‘The Shadow’ with an intriguing tale of discovery with regards to its dials and blueprint in the dusty attic of post-war Zenith factory. However, for many of the retro revivals launched, the barrel-shaped 37mm caseback of the A384 and A385 was chosen. ![]() In the past, reproductions of the early El Primero pieces were jazzed up with fresh colour permutations and trendy reimaginings to its design, to good reviews. When it comes to the mighty El Primero chronograph, Zenith has been keeping enthusiasts busy and keen with tributes and reissues aplenty. ![]() Half a century and several tribute remixes later, Zenith is finally offering the most faithful rendition of its A386 Chronomaster, but with beats from a new El Primero heart. ![]()
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