Zenith Chronograph 18k Onyx 1960s

Zenith Chronograph 18k Onyx 1960sHere's a great example of how Zenith is and always has been a top Swiss manufacturer of more than only the El Primero chronographs. Our example is fitted with the highly regarded Zenith caliber 146 DP, a chronograph movement with column wheel designed by Martel, a company that was absorbed by Zenith in 1960 and, prior to that date, provided movements to other manufacturers such as Universal Genve. The watch we have here is exemplary of the quality of

showing minor traces of use and scratches on the case and caseback

original never touched white/silver dial in flawless condition

On the caseback we have engraved the coat of arms of Alexander I

Fitted with a Jumbo 38 mm steel case

a very beautiful cream/white Dial and slim baton hour markers with onyx centers

dial & Patek Philippe crown

if features very elegant overlaid rose gold arrow indexes and the very precise Omega caliber 283

+5sec/d / 250°

with the original Oyster bracelet in outstanding condition

JLC Caliber P489 - manual wind

original and evenly aged tritium on hands and dial

The watch is distinctive due to its expertly executed Art Deco styling