!!PLEASE!! read the description of the video to find more technical information about the Zenith chronograph. This is the link to watch our video where we present the secrets of the famous Zenith attic: th-cam.com/video/0WBIK45CwhM/w-d-xo.html
You can see how in the 38 mm the subdials at 9' and 3' are OVER the subdial at 6'. They call it the "micky mouse" look which I find much better looking than the inverted positions subdial on the 42mm. Great content as always Alex thanks! Cant wait for the Omega 321 video.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us! There are pros and cons with every design... The “old” blue dial looks gorgeous for me, but I also like the new one...Couldn’t decide which one is my favorite... The 321 will come 😉 in the next weeks...
You should come and visit Zenith, see how the El Primero is manufactured and dive into the famous attic... Once done you accomplish your “fact finding mission” and buy the watch in Le Locle... This will be the ultimate experience, believe me...
Ciao Alexander 👋You now how much I love Zenith and how much I love El Primero. In my opinion, Zenith is working well with Tornare: Zenith must invest in youth culture; it must invest in the US market after too many years from which it has been unjustly excluded; Zenith must continue to invest in its extraordinary manufacturing skills, homemade movements, research in performance and quality. Zenith must create value and exclusivity for its customers by doing coveted and esteemed things from the market. The Zenith star, with its enormous history and symbolism, must enter people's culture and be an image and expression of pleasure and value. FORZA ZENITH!
@@WatchAdvisor Thanks Alexander, you did well. It is right to encourage the good work that Julien Tornare and the whole Zenith team is doing. I learned to love Zenith's work as a child through my grandfather's watch and today at 38 I am a small but very passionate collector of Zenith and mechanical watchmaking. Zenith must return to shine among the best Maison and to represent excellence, exclusivity, trend and monetary value. Zenith has the knowledge and history to do this, it must always invest in image and high quality in my opinion. Zenith can be a coveted brand and a quality leader... Value. Thanks Alexander for your exciting videos, your sympathy and your professional competence. Have a nice Sunday
A beautiful chrono and I love the 38 mm size. Bravo Zenith! Also, God bless Charles Vermot for his foresight and essentially saving Zenith from the scrap heap of history.
That guy was so courageous and a visionary at the time. He didn’t even tell his wife... She thought Charles had an affaire and was very sad until one day Charles told her the entire, true story... I get goosebumps when I think about it ...
Great review, Alexander. The three different shades of blue on this watch really makes it special, along with the history and back story behind the development of the reference. I am fortunate enough to own both the 42mm El Primero Chronomaster (36,000 vph) and the A384 Revival on the ladder bracelet so I can personally attest to how well made these watches are and the attention to detail Zenith has put into these pieces. Zenith is a brand on the rise and it's great to see.
Pete, interesting read... thanks for sharing! It is good to know that you are enjoying your Zenith chronographs. The brand deserves much more attention and will get it, I am sure ... People like you are the best ambassadors!!! 😉
I have the same size wrist as you. It’s all personal taste but I think the 38mm suits much better on your wrist. It was a nice touch to give the scale in the video between the two. I picked up the Cover Girl revival so no more watches for me this year. I do think this looks lovely and clean with the white dial. Thanks for the vid!
I was wearing the 38 mm for some days and I again got used to the small size, but I have to admit I am spoiled by the huger diameters and I feel more comfortable with them...
Great video. Great detail. Thank you for posting this. I think the 38mm wears much better on your wrist than 42mm and this would definitely be my choice. But then I have never like the trend to over-sized watches. This piece is so striking it does not need to be large to make an impact. It's stunning. Even with the date window (at least the window is white).
Thanks for sharing! My “problem” is that I’ve been wearing over years >40mm sizes... it would take time to re-adapt to this absolutely sufficient size...
It’s a very smart looking piece and I’m enjoying the crisp white dial with cool blue sub dials. The overlapping sub dials are not obscuring the reading like in other models. Curious how the Elite movement has a bidirectional date change mechanism which is mega cool. The case size is an issue for me however as my sweetspot is 40-42mm being a tall large guy. It looks fresh on your wrist. So much charm and history in this piece. A welcome departure from all things Rolex.
Great review Alexander 👍 an absolute beautiful time piece! I think this dial would be so perfect without the date window even though it’s functional and was on the original time piece. Just nitpicking 🙂
This is a very nice watch. But i really miss the Hacking mechanism. Are there any possibilities to set the watch accurate to the second? Regards Holger
Not really! You can stop the calibre if you softly turn the crown counterclockwise and there with try to synchronize the seconds with the actual time... that’s what I do at least...
WatchAdvisor Color perfect Size - 39-40mm. So hits the mark there too Legibility Perfect Movement. A classic! I’m not a big fan of Zenith brand (Rolex, PP, VC & AP guy) but this won me over. My next watch.
Cheers Alexander. Another excellent presentation...as usual. :-) In my opinion this watch would be great in 42 mm, may be 44 mm. What would make it fantastic would be a 3 GREEN sub dials on a white dial in 42-44 mm with a optional stainless steel band. ( I am preparing for negative comments...)
There will be no negative comment here, since it is a wonderful idea to continue to decline other colors with the sub-dials ... light green, green, dark green... cool on this one - yes!
The 38mm actually looks more suitable to your wrist size than the 42mm IMO. Personally I’d like all new watches going forward to be 40mm or less in size. Too many otherwise beautiful oversized high-horology watches on the market at the moment.
The 38 mm did well on my wrist, I have to agree... But my visual perception is spoiled 🤷🏻♂️ by wearing big watches over the last decade at least... I must get used to 38 mm again... 😉
Lol, I just grabbed my 420Z Zenith for a guided walkthrough of my watch's movement. That was kinda cool. Glad I own a raw 400-series movement, and the HW version makes it more visible (I just thought it was kinda funny and one less thing to wear down). I also have a 4002 for a dolled up and automatic variant/iteration of it, so if anyone ever said it doesn't make sense to have a non-automatic "El Primero", I could counter with "I have one of those, too".
WatchAdvisor To be brutally honest, Alexander, I prefer YOUR El Primero. Size wise at least. The different shades of blue appeal, but I already have a decent 39mm chrono here which I always “perceive” as being rather small for my wrist .
WatchAdvisor Agreed, my friend, but who am I to argue with Zeniths Marketing Department? Here’s a true story - around a month or so ago, my brother in Scotland got offered an El Primero chrono, £2,500 off list price 🤷♂️. Now, whilst everyone likes a “bargain”, the list price is there for a reason , surely 🤔. That’s a whole other discussion though 👍. Cheerio for now . John.
I love it very much but its kinda hard to justify the price. The A384 and the A386 are one of my grails. The A384 was what made me gotten into chronograph with the automatic and robust but still a beautiful movement. Zenith was an amazing value for money brand few years ago. It finally caught up to what it actually worth.
As long as Dixi was the owner you got amazing value for the money... Now since LVMH owns Zenith you have to pay a little surplus, but still get very good value for the money. Zenith now is priced correctly, as you wrote...
Again very interesting. I have a Breitling 37mm Chrono cockpit I bought in 1996. At the time it was Breitlings attempt to offer a smaller version of their full sized Chronomat. Having a smaller wrist it was perfect for me as would the model. The discussion of the column wheel was very good, I am lucky enough to have three column wheel Chronographs all Breitling versions of the B01. Two with a display case back that allow me to see it operate. I will concede the Zenith movement is much more elegant than the BO1. May I ask if the Zenith have a vertical clutch or is it a Cam. Maybe that lever you pointed out is the answer. Beautiful watch Alexander at such a reasonable price point. That's again for sharing it with us.
@@WatchAdvisor I have also been wearing bigger watches in recent years but 38-40 is a sweet spot for me. I am glad there are different size options of the same watch. makes a lot of sense actually (like in cars).
@@WatchAdvisor My Zenith Pilot Type xx is 46 i think (but it's a pilot with a bundstrap so i can swing it) and my Defy 21 is 44. Ulysse Quadratto is a bit sizable as well. The rest I started downsizing - Zenith ultra thin, 2 UNs (chrono and diver) and a JLC master Hometime are all 40 or below. In reality if you treat them as office watches the shirt cuff really puts a limit on the size and thickness if you know what I mean.
Dear Mr Alexander, once again perfect video and presentation of a beaitful watch. Also i like urben gentry. The rest too much close ups and scripted. I prefer like this. Thank you
@@WatchAdvisor let me begin with a size, as we age we are loosing our sight. Altough i am 41 i can barely see the numbers on my 40mm watch. The watch, for the majority of us is a tool and we wear it long time. So a perfect size for a chrono can be around 40 to 42 mm. Colour for me white dial or a blue. And a date window is a welcome. İt must at least 50m water resistant. The sub dials needs to track the min and hour. Colours can be contrasting. I love the design language of zenith and also like the tudors chronograph however dont like the snowflake hands. The case material steel or bronze ( ı sold some bronze rods to tudor a couple of years ago) bracelet must be leather. And for my preferance the most important part is the glass, it must be domed glass. I love how domed watches look like. Take care.
Imagine buying the chronograph in Le Locle after visiting/inhaling Zenith for an entire day... Wouldn't this simply be magic? An unforgettable experience...
Amazing watch and intriguing story and coverage!👍👍 How many stainless steel were made in this limited edition manufacture? Unfortunately it’s not available online in USA.
spmank The Chronomaster Revival A386 Manufacture Edition is NOT limited and available online in the US... If you are interested I can also connect you directly to Zenith in the US...
Thanks for the great review! Curious, for all enthusiasts, if given the choice to own either one - the A386 Manufacture Edition or the Striking 10th, which would you choose?
@@WatchAdvisor Would be a dream come true to visit. I have not watched it yet but will do. It's a legendary story and just one reason why I admire Zenith.
Niccolò Cannone The El Primero chronographs rank together with the Daytona, the Speedmaster and the Carrera, the Monaco among the most iconic exemplars of this ticking species
1970s Movado Datron chronograph had the same movement... as worn by astronaut LtCol Gerald Carr onboard Skylab space station from Nov 1973 to Feb 1974 #MoonwatchUniverse
Having an eye on the El Primero for quite a while and watched many videos but this one is outstanding and pushes me even closer to the right decision to add this beautiful piece to my collection. Unfortunately there is no chance to get the manufacture edition in Austria - according to this video. Do you know if this will change in the near future?
Of course you can get this watch in Austria. Are you really interested in buying it? If yes, send me an email alexander(ad)watchadvisor(.)com and I connect you to the right person from Zenith who will organize you the chronograph also in Austria...
@@WatchAdvisor Great Alexander! Fantastic! 🤩💪💪 But can I buy it online with a steel bracelet? Or when will it be possible to visit Zenith in Le Locle? I could buy it there in Zenith! 👍👍👍
Eine wunderschöne Uhr, vielen Dank für die Vorstellung, auf meine Wunschliste ist schon die "normale" El Primero 38mm, diese bekommt man neu für einen recht guten Preis, weißt du ob das Stahlband der Standardversion problemlos auf die Manufacture Edition passt ?
@@WatchAdvisor Well I cannot put a magnified screen shot on the reply but please look at the overlapping dials, and the intersections between the circles. That jagged border just does not look neat.
@gregorychants It’s due to the 3D textured circular ridges inscribed in each subdial! If you look closely at how each sub-dial is made, they have a 3D texture to it. So when they overlap, the outer circle overlapping the under sub-dial (at 6 o’clock) rides over those 3D textured circles. Thats NOT an imperfection, it’s just how each sub-dial is made.
Hi Alexander, is the NATO strap made by Zenith on the 42mm watch? Also, will Zenith be making smaller sized pilot watches? 45mm is too large for most people. The 40mm versions do not look rich enough.
@@WatchAdvisor I really enjoy your videos and admire your knowledge on watches no disrespect. I saw the other video where the story is told about finding the old pieces and I don't think is a Grand thing, to try and make a special edition watch and change a leg and an arm just because they found some old pieces please that is just ridiculous. I really like the El primero have been thinking of buying one the history of it is already great no need to over act on found old crap. Is almost to say that the Rolex Daytona is special because an actor had one. The Omega Speedmaster on the other hand went to the moon..now that's special.
Luis Padilla That’s not the point here... This Zenith El Primero is the version you buy when visiting the Manufacture in Le Locle. There you will also dive into the famous attic and inhale the story of Charles Vermot... If you thereafter buy this chronograph it will always stay a particular watch for you... Zenith only started the online sales since there is such a huge demand especially for this particular El Primero chronograph... The entire package 📦 is a wonderful emotional one, so please turn off your ratio... 😉
This is something we can solve! If you are really interested, please send an email to alexander(ad)watchadvisor(.)com and I will do the necessary by forwarding your request to the appropriate person at the Zenith HQ ...
I don't quite understand the puropuse of the scale that goes 0-100 since this watch doesn't have a 1/100th of a second feature like the Defy Extreme, for example.
This is a relict from old chronographs... A decimal graduation divides the minute into 100 parts allowing for the decimal conversion of time. It was used mainly for industrial and scientific timing operations. The decimal graduation is used in conjunction with the chronograph allowing you to measure and translate time into decimal values in a controlled environment, e.g. to make calculations of time or cost prices.
Just one note, please guys don't quick set the date between 8 pm to 4am. It can crash the movement. Always leave it on 6 o'clock marker just incase you don't know if it is day or night.
I can't understand why is there that 💯th scale below the tachymeter... I 💬 the chronograph measured 💯th of a second but clearly that's not the case. So what's the reason of that 💯 scale? The same with the other ⌚ having a 🔟 scale. I know El Primero can measure 🔟th of a second but once again what's the scale good for?
A decimal scale divides the minute into 100 parts allowing for the decimal conversion of time. This was used primarily for industrial and scientific timing operations, to e.g. make calculations of time or cost prices. So the decimal scale is used in conjunction with the chronograph allowing to measure and translate time into decimal values.
@@WatchAdvisor for that measurement application it's quite better a watch with a moveable slide rule like the Breitling Navitimer... much more versatility there. I rather find this scale confusing if not misleading. Because that's the same scale used on the El Primero 9004 caliber 👎🏼🆖️ the difference is that the 💯 scale actually makes sense there. The only good thing here is that you can confirm this ⌚ is 5️⃣ Hz because every single mark on that 💯 scale will perfectly align with the seconds 🖐🏻 The reason is that there are 5️⃣ divisions in every second so there are 3️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ seconds markings in total. Therefore every 3️⃣ of these markings, you'll find 1️⃣ of the markings of the 💯th scale. That perfect alignment can't be achieved with a 4️⃣ Hz ⌚
Hi Alexander, Unfortunately, I won't be able to go to Switzerland anytime soon. The watch is not available on Zenith's website to purchase. Is there any other way to get the piece? From a AD maybe? Interested in purchasing it. Thanks
@@WatchAdvisor Im in New York. On the product page it just says "add to wishlist". Is there anyone at Zenith I can reach out to regarding this? Thanks Alex
Wie kommt man denn an so eine Uhr ran und wie kann man die anprobieren, wenn man es nur über die Homepage bestellen kann ( leider nicht mehr bestellbar)? Meiner Meinung nach wäre es schöner, wenn man die beim Konzi direkt kaufen könnte (Anprobe, Verhandlung möglich...) Finde den Preis zu hoch angesetzt.
Ich kann Dir den Kontakt direkt zu Zenith herstellen, wenn Du das willst. Die Uhr wird nur online und dann später in der Manufaktur verkauft. Da könntest Du sie auch probieren. Derzeit geht nur ein Anprobieren eines ähnlichen Modells beim Konzessionär ... Nachlass gibt es bei der A386 keinen. Habe in den letzten Wochen Dutzende Anfragen bekommen und das jeweils immer gleich gehandhabt... Die Uhren gingen dann in aller Herren Länder ...
WatchAdvisor Vielen Dank für die schnelle Antwort und die Bereitschaft zu Vermitteln. Ich muss es mir noch überlegen und würde ggf. auf Sie zukommen. Übrigens tolles Video und Vorstellung der Uhr. Schaue mit gerne Ihre Videos an. Weiter so!
@@mosytubelack of hacking isn’t an issue. Strictly speaking, it’s quite common for high horology pieces selling for far more money, not to offer hacking. It seems counter intuitive, but at the end of the day, it’s not the specs that sells a watch like this.
Hmmm.......great watch, but already going for sale by the flippers. Zenith is really milking this one looks like. Not a good move when the A386 is the last remaining value retainer in the Zenith auction catalog. Zenith needs to be careful.
WatchAdvisor of course. I just think 40 is a nice average size good for almost everyone. 38 can be good in a dress piece, a bit small for a conograph IMO. 42 tends to be big for a lot of people, of course still a reasonable size👍🏽
Finally, better proportioned-sized watches. I’m so tired of these clown-sized CLOCKS on these little men’s wrists. It’s like they are trying to over-compensate for something! 😉
The main problem is that you get used to bigger sizes pretty quick... also in cars and other objects... a diminution of oversized watches is overdue... But are 38 mm not the extreme in the other direction? For me 40 - 42 mm seem to be ideal...
Never mind! This chronograph must not be an innovation! This chronograph simply is cool! This watch is part of Zenith’s history! This has nothing to do with marketing... Emotions on, ratio off... please!
WatchAdvisor I think zenith are a very innovative brand. If you want innovative look at the Defy range and the dual movement chronos etc. They cater for people that want innovative with those. They cater for people that want classic with these. Seems pretty smart to cater to your customers.
Michael Erdtmann Na, na mal nicht so bitte! In Englisch hätte ich das schon gelöscht... Der Ton macht die Musik, auch hier... Und nota bene: Es besteht ja kein Kaufzwang... 😉
@@WatchAdvisor Na ja, alle 20 Jahre verdoppelt sich der Preis solch einer ( hochwertigen, gar keine Frage ) Uhr, dessen Wert doch wohl kaum über 600 Euro liegt. Möchte nicht wissen, wie viele Leute mittlerweile schon an solch einer Uhr Profit machen wollen? Aber, ganz davon ab, bin ich eigentlich der Einzige, der merkt, das solche Uhren preislich maßlos überzogen sind?
Michael Erdtmann Na geht doch! Danke! Zenith ist schon lange nicht mehr die Marke die sie einmal war... Als Dixi der Eigentümer war, so waren das Maschinenbauer und die hatten von Luxus Null Ahnung... Seit LVMH das Sagen hat ist die Welt eben eine andere und daran ist nichts falsch. Positioniert in seinem Umfeld bietet Zenith selbst zu diesen Preisen immer noch verdammt viel Uhr fürs Geld... Und um 600 lässt sich ein El Primero Chronograph in der Qualität nicht mal mehr herstellen...
I hear you, but please don’t be so rational! Be emotional! It’s about pure emotions and all of us loving something no one needs... the anachronistic mechanical wristwatch, the wonderful antidote to bits and bytes...
Overlapping subdials on the 42mm is a dealbreaker. WTF were they thinking--theres no excuse for the design--its straight garbage and noone seems to care.
@@WatchAdvisor so you dont care that it makes reading the minute and seconds subdial impossible? Doesnt that defeat the purpose of a chronograph? Btw ive owned that particular el primero and sold it bc it was so annoying
!!PLEASE!! read the description of the video to find more technical information about the Zenith chronograph. This is the link to watch our video where we present the secrets of the famous Zenith attic: th-cam.com/video/0WBIK45CwhM/w-d-xo.html
"El Primero" The best, Icon of the Chrono's ... new face with blue & red is simply and awsome elegant.
Less is More
Congrats Alex
It is! I fully agree....
You can see how in the 38 mm the subdials at 9' and 3' are OVER the subdial at 6'. They call it the "micky mouse" look which I find much better looking than the inverted positions subdial on the 42mm. Great content as always Alex thanks! Cant wait for the Omega 321 video.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us! There are pros and cons with every design... The “old” blue dial looks gorgeous for me, but I also like the new one...Couldn’t decide which one is my favorite... The 321 will come 😉 in the next weeks...
Can you imagine finding those dials after so many years...
What a heritage !
Zenith has built another beautiful watch the small details such as blued screws, colors, watch size! This watch has made my wish list!
You should come and visit Zenith, see how the El Primero is manufactured and dive into the famous attic... Once done you accomplish your “fact finding mission” and buy the watch in Le Locle... This will be the ultimate experience, believe me...
I finally understand how the El Primero column wheel chronograph works. That was the best explanation I’ve heard. Thanks Alexander!
Please do also watch the Omega Speedmaster th-cam.com/video/zmjUSfVdsxE/w-d-xo.html staring at 7:17 ...
Ciao Alexander 👋You now how much I love Zenith and how much I love El Primero. In my opinion, Zenith is working well with Tornare: Zenith must invest in youth culture; it must invest in the US market after too many years from which it has been unjustly excluded; Zenith must continue to invest in its extraordinary manufacturing skills, homemade movements, research in performance and quality. Zenith must create value and exclusivity for its customers by doing coveted and esteemed things from the market. The Zenith star, with its enormous history and symbolism, must enter people's culture and be an image and expression of pleasure and value. FORZA ZENITH!
Luca I love you passion! I just made a screenshot of you super emotional comment and I sent it to Julien...
@@WatchAdvisor Thanks Alexander, you did well. It is right to encourage the good work that Julien Tornare and the whole Zenith team is doing. I learned to love Zenith's work as a child through my grandfather's watch and today at 38 I am a small but very passionate collector of Zenith and mechanical watchmaking. Zenith must return to shine among the best Maison and to represent excellence, exclusivity, trend and monetary value. Zenith has the knowledge and history to do this, it must always invest in image and high quality in my opinion. Zenith can be a coveted brand and a quality leader... Value.
Thanks Alexander for your exciting videos, your sympathy and your professional competence. Have a nice Sunday
Luca Chinellato Wonderful once again... 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼
Thx for the review @watchadvisor ! An absolutely stunning watch! I did not know it had a lacquered dial. I hope I get to see it irl soon.
You must come to Le Locle and visit Zenith and/or order the watch online... No AD will be able to Suzhou this chronograph...
WatchAdvisor Hmmm, I see my country is not supported for their online platform. Might have to send an e-mail to Zenith.
A beautiful chrono and I love the 38 mm size. Bravo Zenith! Also, God bless Charles Vermot for his foresight and essentially saving Zenith from the scrap heap of history.
That guy was so courageous and a visionary at the time. He didn’t even tell his wife... She thought Charles had an affaire and was very sad until one day Charles told her the entire, true story... I get goosebumps when I think about it ...
Great review, Alexander. The three different shades of blue on this watch really makes it special, along with the history and back story behind the development of the reference. I am fortunate enough to own both the 42mm El Primero Chronomaster (36,000 vph) and the A384 Revival on the ladder bracelet so I can personally attest to how well made these watches are and the attention to detail Zenith has put into these pieces. Zenith is a brand on the rise and it's great to see.
Pete, interesting read... thanks for sharing! It is good to know that you are enjoying your Zenith chronographs. The brand deserves much more attention and will get it, I am sure ... People like you are the best ambassadors!!! 😉
Great video! Thank you Alexander! All the best from Graz!
Christian Permann Thanks for the kind feedback! I think we will organize a Zenith Manufactory tour in the near future... 😉
So beautiful in the three blues.
Heavenly! Blue is the new black!
Another mind blowing zenith. Thank you
What did you like most about that chronograph?
WatchAdvisor must be colour,then size thanks.
Great video! Thank you for taking the time.
I am happy to read this and I have to thank you for watching and liking it! Let me know if you any questions...
Alex you are good! I only ask for this vid a couple of days ago and you deliver! 😂
Only the best for the best audience in the world 🌎... 😉
Stunning watch! Great size! I own a Zenith Cronomaster moon phase in 40 mm Since the year 2000. One of the best Chrono movements I have owned.
That’s a classic! Congratulations!
WatchAdvisor thanks, Alexander
Great watch brand.. The beating heart of rolex daytonas for many a year proves they are among the best...
It does NOT need Rolex for an approval, but its nice to know... 😉
It certainly doesn't.. Its a great brand in its own right..
I have the same size wrist as you. It’s all personal taste but I think the 38mm suits much better on your wrist. It was a nice touch to give the scale in the video between the two. I picked up the Cover Girl revival so no more watches for me this year. I do think this looks lovely and clean with the white dial.
Thanks for the vid!
I was wearing the 38 mm for some days and I again got used to the small size, but I have to admit I am spoiled by the huger diameters and I feel more comfortable with them...
I love the size of zenith's 38mm chronomaster. Hopefully more brands look into making smaller dressy/sporty chronographs
Zenith will definitely... I am not sure if others will follow this trend ...
WatchAdvisor I wish TAG would take a lesson from Zenith and bring back the Carrera Re-Editions.
Great video. Great detail. Thank you for posting this. I think the 38mm wears much better on your wrist than 42mm and this would definitely be my choice. But then I have never like the trend to over-sized watches. This piece is so striking it does not need to be large to make an impact. It's stunning. Even with the date window (at least the window is white).
Thanks for sharing! My “problem” is that I’ve been wearing over years >40mm sizes... it would take time to re-adapt to this absolutely sufficient size...
It’s a very smart looking piece and I’m enjoying the crisp white dial with cool blue sub dials. The overlapping sub dials are not obscuring the reading like in other models. Curious how the Elite movement has a bidirectional date change mechanism which is mega cool. The case size is an issue for me however as my sweetspot is 40-42mm being a tall large guy. It looks fresh on your wrist. So much charm and history in this piece. A welcome departure from all things Rolex.
Love this poetic comment! Thanks for sharing... My favorites are the last two sentences... 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Another Great Video Alexander. Your 42 mm El Primerio with NATO Strape Looks awsome
The Striking 10 El Primero is one of my favorite chronographs. I wear many of my watches with a NATO since I simply love them...
Great review Alexander 👍 an absolute beautiful time piece! I think this dial would be so perfect without the date window even though it’s functional and was on the original time piece. Just nitpicking 🙂
Here the date window does not disturb me at all, whilst with other designs it does a lot ... 🤷🏻♂️ Tastes are different...
I find the dial beautiful. Will be in my collection one day :)
A very good idea! Combine it by also visiting Zenith in Le Locle... You will never regret this experience...
This is a very nice watch. But i really miss the Hacking mechanism. Are there any possibilities to set the watch accurate to the second? Regards Holger
Not really! You can stop the calibre if you softly turn the crown counterclockwise and there with try to synchronize the seconds with the actual time... that’s what I do at least...
That is STUNNING!!!!
I’m happy to read this! Did you also watch our video about the attic and Charles Vermot?
WatchAdvisor I did. I loved it!!!
A winner! Nice video mate.
What impressed you most? Size, type, colors?
WatchAdvisor
Color perfect
Size - 39-40mm. So hits the mark there too
Legibility Perfect
Movement. A classic!
I’m not a big fan of Zenith brand (Rolex, PP, VC & AP guy) but this won me over. My next watch.
Thanks for sharing! For me a bit too small but I very much like the dial ...
WatchAdvisor
Yes the pushers add 1-2mm on chronos.
Unfortunately after my research the lug width is 19mm. It should of been 20mm the standard. This is now a dealbreaker!!
Cheers Alexander. Another excellent presentation...as usual. :-) In my opinion this watch would be great in 42 mm, may be 44 mm. What would make it fantastic would be a 3 GREEN sub dials on a white dial in 42-44 mm with a optional stainless steel band. ( I am preparing for negative comments...)
There will be no negative comment here, since it is a wonderful idea to continue to decline other colors with the sub-dials ... light green, green, dark green... cool on this one - yes!
@@WatchAdvisor I agree ::)
Omega - The moon landing that never stops giving
Zenith - The hidden attic that never stops giving
It is all about storytelling! Authentic and good stories sell watches...
The 38mm actually looks more suitable to your wrist size than the 42mm IMO. Personally I’d like all new watches going forward to be 40mm or less in size. Too many otherwise beautiful oversized high-horology watches on the market at the moment.
The 38 mm did well on my wrist, I have to agree... But my visual perception is spoiled 🤷🏻♂️ by wearing big watches over the last decade at least... I must get used to 38 mm again... 😉
Stunning watch. I’m a longines/ omega guy but really warming to zenith lately. I need to check out their Defy titanium watch when lockdown is over
Adam Crossfire You should do it! Let me know afterwards what you think... Be sure to “protect” your credit card 😜 😆
Hahaha well since we can’t go on holiday this year, it’s a good excuse to spend that money and buy another watch....right? 😂.
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Lol, I just grabbed my 420Z Zenith for a guided walkthrough of my watch's movement. That was kinda cool. Glad I own a raw 400-series movement, and the HW version makes it more visible (I just thought it was kinda funny and one less thing to wear down).
I also have a 4002 for a dolled up and automatic variant/iteration of it, so if anyone ever said it doesn't make sense to have a non-automatic "El Primero", I could counter with "I have one of those, too".
Thanks for sharing your passion with us! May your Zenith watches continue to always show you happy seconds, minutes and hours!
what a such beautiful piece of horology!
And packed with history and fueled up with emotions... Top notch under all aspects... 😉
Great content yet again, thanks Alexander 👍.
May I ask you what you liked most about the chronograph? Size, type, colors...
WatchAdvisor To be brutally honest, Alexander, I prefer YOUR El Primero. Size wise at least. The different shades of blue appeal, but I already have a decent 39mm chrono here which I always “perceive” as being rather small for my wrist .
WatchAdvisor Personally, I “lust” after a Zenith Doublematic tbh. That’s the one... not PP, BC nor AP.
The 38 mm are too small for me also... my 42 mm El Primero fits perfect... But I really, really like the dial... 😍
WatchAdvisor Agreed, my friend, but who am I to argue with Zeniths Marketing Department? Here’s a true story - around a month or so ago, my brother in Scotland got offered an El Primero chrono, £2,500 off list price 🤷♂️. Now, whilst everyone likes a “bargain”, the list price is there for a reason , surely 🤔. That’s a whole other discussion though 👍. Cheerio for now . John.
what a totally perfect review! Everything you'd want to know!
We love your comment! Thanks for sharing!
This is my dream watch, who knows in the long long term future....🤩
This particular El Primero will once be sought after...
Another greatly detailed video 👏
Love to read that! Thanks! 😊
I love it very much but its kinda hard to justify the price. The A384 and the A386 are one of my grails. The A384 was what made me gotten into chronograph with the automatic and robust but still a beautiful movement.
Zenith was an amazing value for money brand few years ago. It finally caught up to what it actually worth.
As long as Dixi was the owner you got amazing value for the money... Now since LVMH owns Zenith you have to pay a little surplus, but still get very good value for the money. Zenith now is priced correctly, as you wrote...
It’s a personal choice but I think the 38mm version looks good on your wrist
Of course it looks good 😜
38mm...my goodness. That's perfection.
Are you interested? If yes, let me know... I'll get you in touch with Zenith...
The 38mm looks better on your wrist than the Striking Tenths
I understand... that's possible! But I am used to wear big watches and I do so since many years... so downsizing is quite difficult for me...
I agree
Again very interesting. I have a Breitling 37mm Chrono cockpit I bought in 1996. At the time it was Breitlings attempt to offer a smaller version of their full sized Chronomat. Having a smaller wrist it was perfect for me as would the model. The discussion of the column wheel was very good, I am lucky enough to have three column wheel Chronographs all Breitling versions of the B01. Two with a display case back that allow me to see it operate. I will concede the Zenith movement is much more elegant than the BO1. May I ask if the Zenith have a vertical clutch or is it a Cam. Maybe that lever you pointed out is the answer. Beautiful watch Alexander at such a reasonable price point. That's again for sharing it with us.
There’s no vertical clutch involved of course. In 1969 this was not invented yet 😉
@@WatchAdvisor ah just when I think I'm so smart the teacher educates the student, thanks.
WatchAdvisor, I think the dial on the 38 mm is better balanced/proportioned than 40 and above mm.
That’s true! Still the 38 mm are too small for me ... I got used to bigger sizes over the years and therefore design must make some compromises...
@@WatchAdvisor I have also been wearing bigger watches in recent years but 38-40 is a sweet spot for me. I am glad there are different size options of the same watch. makes a lot of sense actually (like in cars).
Alexander Meladze I “only” have two oversized watches ... the majority is 40 - 43 ... and I happy with all these sizes...
@@WatchAdvisor My Zenith Pilot Type xx is 46 i think (but it's a pilot with a bundstrap so i can swing it) and my Defy 21 is 44. Ulysse Quadratto is a bit sizable as well. The rest I started downsizing - Zenith ultra thin, 2 UNs (chrono and diver) and a JLC master Hometime are all 40 or below. In reality if you treat them as office watches the shirt cuff really puts a limit on the size and thickness if you know what I mean.
My biggest "wristwatch" is the 57.5 mm Zenith Pilot Montre d'Aéronef Type 20 😜 powered by the legendary Calibre 5011K
Dear Mr Alexander, once again perfect video and presentation of a beaitful watch. Also i like urben gentry. The rest too much close ups and scripted. I prefer like this. Thank you
Happy to read that you liked video & chronograph. May I be curious and ask you what you liked most about the chronograph? Size, color, design...
@@WatchAdvisor let me begin with a size, as we age we are loosing our sight. Altough i am 41 i can barely see the numbers on my 40mm watch. The watch, for the majority of us is a tool and we wear it long time. So a perfect size for a chrono can be around 40 to 42 mm. Colour for me white dial or a blue. And a date window is a welcome. İt must at least 50m water resistant. The sub dials needs to track the min and hour. Colours can be contrasting. I love the design language of zenith and also like the tudors chronograph however dont like the snowflake hands. The case material steel or bronze ( ı sold some bronze rods to tudor a couple of years ago) bracelet must be leather. And for my preferance the most important part is the glass, it must be domed glass. I love how domed watches look like. Take care.
love your content keep it up!
Thank you my friend! We will, we will... The best audience in the world deserves it... 😉
It’s definitely elegant and beautiful retro 🤩 but I don’t think it’s difficult to get resist your FOM 😃
Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us!
Very nice one! Beautiful!!
Imagine buying the chronograph in Le Locle after visiting/inhaling Zenith for an entire day... Wouldn't this simply be magic? An unforgettable experience...
Amazing watch and intriguing story and coverage!👍👍
How many stainless steel were made in this limited edition manufacture? Unfortunately it’s not available online in USA.
spmank The Chronomaster Revival A386 Manufacture Edition is NOT limited and available online in the US... If you are interested I can also connect you directly to Zenith in the US...
WatchAdvisor I’d appreciate that - very nice of you! Thanks!
@@spmank Can you please send me an email to alexander@watchadvisor.com and I will take care of your request ...
Thanks for the great review! Curious, for all enthusiasts, if given the choice to own either one - the A386 Manufacture Edition or the Striking 10th, which would you choose?
My pleasure! I'd choose the "Striking 10th"
Just like the attic....Zenith is a treasure.
You should come and visit zenith to discover the attic once... Did you already watch our video where we present the attic?
@@WatchAdvisor Would be a dream come true to visit. I have not watched it yet but will do. It's a legendary story and just one reason why I admire Zenith.
Best Chrono out there
Niccolò Cannone The El Primero chronographs rank together with the Daytona, the Speedmaster and the Carrera, the Monaco among the most iconic exemplars of this ticking species
ZENITH Chronomaster Revival A386 Manufacture Edition with a 42mm size, I'll buy that in a heartbeat
Let me if you have any questions and/or need help… 😉
No no no. 38 is so perfect and so close from the original 1969
1970s Movado Datron chronograph had the same movement... as worn by astronaut LtCol Gerald Carr onboard Skylab space station from Nov 1973 to Feb 1974 #MoonwatchUniverse
Interesting detail! 👍🏻 Thanks for sharing...
Having an eye on the El Primero for quite a while and watched many videos but this one is outstanding and pushes me even closer to the right decision to add this beautiful piece to my collection.
Unfortunately there is no chance to get the manufacture edition in Austria - according to this video. Do you know if this will change in the near future?
Of course you can get this watch in Austria. Are you really interested in buying it? If yes, send me an email alexander(ad)watchadvisor(.)com and I connect you to the right person from Zenith who will organize you the chronograph also in Austria...
saw this for sale in Wein last week.
Do you know if this watch has a silicone escapement? I know that some new el Primeros have this feature. Thanks for the review
No such material on board of this chronograph... That's a classical calibre with a classical escapement using a traditional Nivarox hairspring...
Hi Alexander
I thought: I would like to see this A386 Manufacture Edition steel bracelet. Is it possible to have it also with a steel bracelet?
Yes, this is possible... you can fit the “ladder” bracelet on it... the price is 400 Euro retail...
@@WatchAdvisor Great Alexander! Fantastic! 🤩💪💪
But can I buy it online with a steel bracelet? Or when will it be possible to visit Zenith in Le Locle? I could buy it there in Zenith! 👍👍👍
Eine wunderschöne Uhr, vielen Dank für die Vorstellung, auf meine Wunschliste ist schon die "normale" El Primero 38mm, diese bekommt man neu für einen recht guten Preis, weißt du ob das Stahlband der Standardversion problemlos auf die Manufacture Edition passt ?
Das sollte der Fall sein... Mir ist nichts Gegenteiliges bekannt...
I Love this watch- but the imperfections in the border between the overlapping dials were pointed out to me and now I cannot unsee it....
what exactly are you referring to?
@@WatchAdvisor Well I cannot put a magnified screen shot on the reply but please look at the overlapping dials, and the intersections between the circles. That jagged border just does not look neat.
@gregorychants It’s due to the 3D textured circular ridges inscribed in each subdial! If you look closely at how each sub-dial is made, they have a 3D texture to it. So when they overlap, the outer circle overlapping the under sub-dial (at 6 o’clock) rides over those 3D textured circles. Thats NOT an imperfection, it’s just how each sub-dial is made.
Have bought the watch and had same concern. The zig zag is an issue on display prototypes, on actual production version it's normal.
I love this watch it’s fantastic...
Where are you based? In case you are interested buying the chronograph you can either do this online or contact me. I will link you with Zenith...
Very cool! Both the place you live and the two Omega's you own... Greetings from Vienna!
Hi Alexander, is the NATO strap made by Zenith on the 42mm watch?
Also, will Zenith be making smaller sized pilot watches? 45mm is too large for most people. The 40mm versions do not look rich enough.
Tahir Ali No, I bought it at www.misterchrono.com/en/
Nice watch amazing,amazing story. wait a minute didn’t Omega go to the moon?
Luis, what exactly did you want to tell us with the moon?
@@WatchAdvisor I really enjoy your videos and admire your knowledge on watches no disrespect. I saw the other video where the story is told about finding the old pieces and I don't think is a Grand thing, to try and make a special edition watch and change a leg and an arm just because they found some old pieces please that is just ridiculous. I really like the El primero have been thinking of buying one the history of it is already great no need to over act on found old crap. Is almost to say that the Rolex Daytona is special because an actor had one. The Omega Speedmaster on the other hand went to the moon..now that's special.
Luis Padilla That’s not the point here... This Zenith El Primero is the version you buy when visiting the Manufacture in Le Locle. There you will also dive into the famous attic and inhale the story of Charles Vermot... If you thereafter buy this chronograph it will always stay a particular watch for you... Zenith only started the online sales since there is such a huge demand especially for this particular El Primero chronograph... The entire package 📦 is a wonderful emotional one, so please turn off your ratio... 😉
Charming piece, would be perfect for my blue collection. Sadly I'm living in Thailand no boutique here.
This is something we can solve! If you are really interested, please send an email to alexander(ad)watchadvisor(.)com and I will do the necessary by forwarding your request to the appropriate person at the Zenith HQ ...
Great Review. If you buy it online, do you still get an invite to Le Locle later, when hopefully life returns to the way it used to be!
If you want to visit Zenith in Le Locle let me know, I will do the necessary to make it happen - as soon it possible of course ...
Nice watch
It is! 😉 A dignified Manufacture Edition!
I don't quite understand the puropuse of the scale that goes 0-100 since this watch doesn't have a 1/100th of a second feature like the Defy Extreme, for example.
This is a relict from old chronographs... A decimal graduation divides the minute into 100 parts allowing for the decimal conversion of time. It was used mainly for industrial and scientific timing operations. The decimal graduation is used in conjunction with the chronograph allowing you to measure and translate time into decimal values in a controlled environment, e.g. to make calculations of time or cost prices.
@@WatchAdvisor I see, thanks for the explanation.
Just one note, please guys don't quick set the date between 8 pm to 4am. It can crash the movement. Always leave it on 6 o'clock marker just incase you don't know if it is day or night.
Thank you for your kind remark! NOPE! Meanwhile there is a security that prevents the movement to get harmed...
@@WatchAdvisor interesting. Is this a new function on the newer 400 movements?
38mm looks better on your wrist than 42mm!
I agree
Yes and he has a very average wrist and it looks great.
Tastes are different of course... But I have to admit that I prefer the 42 mm ... But maybe I am just spoiled wearing huge watches though ...
@@WatchAdvisor Jedem das Seine :) Mein Handgelenk ist 18,5cm und ich trage zum Beispiel momentan nur Uhren, die 35-38mm sind
I can't understand why is there that 💯th scale below the tachymeter... I 💬 the chronograph measured 💯th of a second but clearly that's not the case. So what's the reason of that 💯 scale?
The same with the other ⌚ having a 🔟 scale. I know El Primero can measure 🔟th of a second but once again what's the scale good for?
A decimal scale divides the minute into 100 parts allowing for the decimal conversion of time. This was used primarily for industrial and scientific timing operations, to e.g. make calculations of time or cost prices. So the decimal scale is used in conjunction with the chronograph allowing to measure and translate time into decimal values.
@@WatchAdvisor for that measurement application it's quite better a watch with a moveable slide rule like the Breitling Navitimer... much more versatility there.
I rather find this scale confusing if not misleading. Because that's the same scale used on the El Primero 9004 caliber 👎🏼🆖️ the difference is that the 💯 scale actually makes sense there.
The only good thing here is that you can confirm this ⌚ is 5️⃣ Hz because every single mark on that 💯 scale will perfectly align with the seconds 🖐🏻 The reason is that there are 5️⃣ divisions in every second so there are 3️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ seconds markings in total. Therefore every 3️⃣ of these markings, you'll find 1️⃣ of the markings of the 💯th scale. That perfect alignment can't be achieved with a 4️⃣ Hz ⌚
Is there a 50th anniversary edition ?!
There was one… as far as I know it’s sold out…
Hi Alexander,
Unfortunately, I won't be able to go to Switzerland anytime soon. The watch is not available on Zenith's website to purchase. Is there any other way to get the piece? From a AD maybe? Interested in purchasing it. Thanks
Where are you based? In the video I mention in which countries you can buy the chronograph online ...
@@WatchAdvisor Im in New York. On the product page it just says "add to wishlist". Is there anyone at Zenith I can reach out to regarding this? Thanks Alex
I hear you! Let me see what I can do and come back to you asap... Latest should be Monday ...
@@WatchAdvisor Thanks Alexander, you are the best! Always appreciate your videos and content.
Akshay Agarwal My friend, did you get the email from Julien?
Wie kommt man denn an so eine Uhr ran und wie kann man die anprobieren, wenn man es nur über die Homepage bestellen kann ( leider nicht mehr bestellbar)? Meiner Meinung nach wäre es schöner, wenn man die beim Konzi direkt kaufen könnte (Anprobe, Verhandlung möglich...) Finde den Preis zu hoch angesetzt.
Ich kann Dir den Kontakt direkt zu Zenith herstellen, wenn Du das willst. Die Uhr wird nur online und dann später in der Manufaktur verkauft. Da könntest Du sie auch probieren. Derzeit geht nur ein Anprobieren eines ähnlichen Modells beim Konzessionär ... Nachlass gibt es bei der A386 keinen. Habe in den letzten Wochen Dutzende Anfragen bekommen und das jeweils immer gleich gehandhabt... Die Uhren gingen dann in aller Herren Länder ...
WatchAdvisor Vielen Dank für die schnelle Antwort und die Bereitschaft zu Vermitteln. Ich muss es mir noch überlegen und würde ggf. auf Sie zukommen.
Übrigens tolles Video und Vorstellung der Uhr. Schaue mit gerne Ihre Videos an. Weiter so!
Nur keine Hektik aufkommen lassen, es geht ja um „nichts“ 😉 Ich bin da...
Does the movement hack on this model?
No it does not … and you set the date in the second crown position and not the first …
@@WatchAdvisor
Thanks. But how can it be that a watch at this price doesn’t have a hacking movement??
It is a characteristic of the "old" El Primero Calibre... The new "El Primero" Calibre 3600 does feature a seconds-stop ...
@@WatchAdvisor
Thanks. But do they make a version of this watch with the new movement?
@@mosytubelack of hacking isn’t an issue. Strictly speaking, it’s quite common for high horology pieces selling for far more money, not to offer hacking. It seems counter intuitive, but at the end of the day, it’s not the specs that sells a watch like this.
Too bad it’s so small. I only wear 44+. It looks good though.
A. B.
Are you kidding? I don’t know anyone who would wear a 38. It’s just looks small on the wrist.
Tastes are different!
WatchAdvisor
Yes, you’re right, sir. Love your videos.
Kinda off nice
Only “kinda”? 😜
WatchAdvisor with the 3 tones of blue, ok very nice!
The 38 mil looks better on you
Tastes are different!
Hmmm.......great watch, but already going for sale by the flippers. Zenith is really milking this one looks like. Not a good move when the A386 is the last remaining value retainer in the Zenith auction catalog. Zenith needs to be careful.
Good remark! Thanks for sharing! That in fact shouldn't happen ...
Not really. You can still order this online and it is probably going to be produced in the masses.
I think 40 mm would be the sweet spot. Still 38 better than 42
Rodrigo Sandoval That’s so individual for every one of us... 42 is fine, the 38 are ok but a bit too small for me...
WatchAdvisor of course. I just think 40 is a nice average size good for almost everyone. 38 can be good in a dress piece, a bit small for a conograph IMO. 42 tends to be big for a lot of people, of course still a reasonable size👍🏽
It’s a mind game... The problem is that our visual perception is totally spoiled ... we have been wearing huge watches for a decade or more now...
The white painted hands ruins it for me. Much prefer the faceted and polished hands.
The white hand stays loyal to the way Zenith painted its hands in the past... It is a re-edition ...
Finally, better proportioned-sized watches. I’m so tired of these clown-sized CLOCKS on these little men’s wrists. It’s like they are trying to over-compensate for something! 😉
The main problem is that you get used to bigger sizes pretty quick... also in cars and other objects... a diminution of oversized watches is overdue... But are 38 mm not the extreme in the other direction? For me 40 - 42 mm seem to be ideal...
A bleue sub dial! What an innovation and création! It s a non event and marketing "story" (To be polite) only. 🤣
Never mind! This chronograph must not be an innovation! This chronograph simply is cool! This watch is part of Zenith’s history! This has nothing to do with marketing... Emotions on, ratio off... please!
@@WatchAdvisor a new bleue sub counter is not "cool". It s just too easy. And, again, marketing speech again. Sorry not To be agree with you.
Eric L What did you expect? The reinvention of the wheel...
WatchAdvisor I think zenith are a very innovative brand. If you want innovative look at the Defy range and the dual movement chronos etc. They cater for people that want innovative with those. They cater for people that want classic with these. Seems pretty smart to cater to your customers.
TheRunningManZ Of course Zenith is an innovative brand... One just has to look on the website to discover the bandwidth of the brand... 😉
Moonwatch and now this one too on the list I think! I must stop watching your videos!
No please don’t do that! You are infected by the watch virus! This ticking virus 🦠 can only be healed by watching more videos 😉
8600 Euro!
Bekloppt, oder wie??
Michael Erdtmann Na, na mal nicht so bitte! In Englisch hätte ich das schon gelöscht... Der Ton macht die Musik, auch hier... Und nota bene: Es besteht ja kein Kaufzwang... 😉
@@WatchAdvisor
Na ja, alle 20 Jahre verdoppelt sich der Preis solch einer ( hochwertigen, gar keine Frage ) Uhr, dessen Wert doch wohl kaum über 600 Euro liegt.
Möchte nicht wissen, wie viele Leute mittlerweile schon an solch einer Uhr Profit machen wollen?
Aber, ganz davon ab, bin ich eigentlich der Einzige, der merkt, das solche Uhren preislich maßlos überzogen sind?
Michael Erdtmann Na geht doch! Danke! Zenith ist schon lange nicht mehr die Marke die sie einmal war... Als Dixi der Eigentümer war, so waren das Maschinenbauer und die hatten von Luxus Null Ahnung... Seit LVMH das Sagen hat ist die Welt eben eine andere und daran ist nichts falsch. Positioniert in seinem Umfeld bietet Zenith selbst zu diesen Preisen immer noch verdammt viel Uhr fürs Geld... Und um 600 lässt sich ein El Primero Chronograph in der Qualität nicht mal mehr herstellen...
@@WatchAdvisor
Die El Primero ist ein Massenprodukt.
Natürlich läßt sie sich für 600 Euro herstellen!
Michael Erdtmann Behauptet wer? Die Rede war zudem von der ganzen Uhr ... und auch ein El Primero kostet mehr ... 🤷🏻♂️
I think the story is BS! Who's going to believe that they didnt go through the entire attic until now?
I hear you, but please don’t be so rational! Be emotional! It’s about pure emotions and all of us loving something no one needs... the anachronistic mechanical wristwatch, the wonderful antidote to bits and bytes...
@@WatchAdvisor Agree 100%
Alexander Meladze 💪🏼
Overlapping subdials on the 42mm is a dealbreaker. WTF were they thinking--theres no excuse for the design--its straight garbage and noone seems to care.
You don't seem to be aware of the iconic DNA of Zenith! So please next time before posting such a meaningless comment learn history.
@@WatchAdvisor so youre defending the overlapping dials?
@@grokker99 Of course I do! They are unique in the industry and part of the DNA of Zenith!
@@WatchAdvisor so you dont care that it makes reading the minute and seconds subdial impossible? Doesnt that defeat the purpose of a chronograph? Btw ive owned that particular el primero and sold it bc it was so annoying
Reading is still possible, so this is not a dealbreaker... in contrary! The Zenith El Primero is the only chronograph looking different...