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Foversta reports on Zenith's 'Grenier Club' event in Paris, a monthly gathering celebrating the 50th anniversary of the iconic El Primero movement. This article highlights Zenith's tribute to Charles Vermot, who saved the movement from destruction, and showcases the brand's renewed focus on innovation while honoring its rich history.
The Zenith El Primero 410 Tribute to Charles Vermot is a special edition timepiece honoring the individual who preserved the original El Primero tools and plans during the quartz crisis. This model integrates a full calendar and moon phase complication, showcasing the versatility of the high-frequency El Primero caliber. It represents a blend of historical homage and technical sophistication within Zenith's contemporary offerings.
This timepiece features an automatic El Primero caliber, operating at 36,000 vibrations per hour, providing a power reserve of approximately 50 hours. The case is typically crafted from stainless steel, with a diameter around 42mm, and often includes a sapphire crystal case back to display the movement. The dial usually presents a classic layout with subdials for chronograph functions, day, date, month, and moon phase indicators.
For collectors, the El Primero 410 Tribute to Charles Vermot holds significance as a direct link to Zenith's enduring legacy and the resilience of mechanical watchmaking. Its combination of a revered movement, multiple complications, and a narrative of preservation makes it a notable piece in the brand's modern history, appealing to those who appreciate both technical prowess and historical context.
I forgot until now the rainbow El Primero chronograph. One that I like but somehow slipped my mind. Thanks, M4
with the nato strap? my favourite great report as usual fx, thank you
for the report, sure looked like an exiting evening with the friendly Zenith team!( got an invition also, but due to small surgery wasn’t able to come😩). Looking at all the hystorical pieces displayed one has to admit that they are horological history(eventhough many are forgotten). Finaly one can say that this beautiful brand is heading back where it belongs, in the heart of the true watchcollector! And,...... that A386 reédition is just gorgeous!! Grtz,Dom
It's certainly under-appreciated as a brand. I hope they will keep their strategy of putting an emphasis on innovation, it's the right way to go for the brand. There is tons of substance in their history to give roots to their new pieces - let's hope Zenith keeps an eye on the past as well and doesn't overshoot with "hollow" innovation. Functionality always was part of the brand, too! Thanks for the great report, foversta! Best, Daniel
You know... as I look at the presentation here... I see the illustrious history of Zenith... truly deserved and legendary... but I also see perhaps 'why' Zenith has never attained the height it deserves... the presentation is somewhat cheesy....? Maybe it's a matter of opinion, but... Zenith is up against the likes of Omega and even Rolex in a way... (Bc of the related history) Even if this event is expensive-looking... Zenith needs to decide where it stands in the market... be decisive... but I
The point for Zenith is to become known in "non watch addicts" circles. It is the objective of the brand. Thanks! Fx
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