Ares501 - Mr Green shares his excitement over a rare vintage Zenith Surf 01-0030-380, acquired in nearly New Old Stock condition with its complete original set. His post highlights the unique charm of finding such a well-preserved piece, emphasizing the importance of period-correct details like the buckle, crown, and strap. This article delves into what makes this particular Zenith model a captivating find for collectors.
Dear friends
Winter harvest is not as fertile as summer one but it has that extra charm.
What charm is that ...well.... let's break it step by step....
In vintage world "the complete set" is less and less common and of course it comes
with its price tag...but when you came across nearly NOS for 3 digit numbers in lover hundreds
then it is as good as good eiswine
My latest catch came with
Box
period correct buckle (very important!!!)
correct crown
and even strap
Here in full glory the Zenith Surf 01-0030-380
Watch that is very hard to take decent pictures of...actually most challenging of all I have
Here I would like to emphasize one of strongest sides of this vintage gem....the dial...so called linen dial but some may call it florentine or lozenge pattern dial
Radiating on the wrist due to silvered indexes
and resting peacefully on stand that is integral part of the box
Date at so called Zenith position
Inside is high grade 28.800 A/h in house Zenith 2572PC movement with quick date change option (love that)
in 43x33 mm case with crystal glass....very generous for that time
So 70ies... so blue... so not round
so happy
Have a great week ahead dear friends
Cheers
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