Zenith

No date???? Le Locle / Geneva, 14 April 2026 : When ZENITH introduced the El Primero in 1969, it did more than launch the world's first automatic, integrated high-frequency chronograph. It established a new standard of precision in mechanical watchmaking.

Not a typical seaside watch perhaps but geographically not a wrong choice for a trip to the Adriatic Sea, even if on the other side of the border. The only chronograph I took on the short trip away and while it will probably not be used in anger (mine rar

Admittedly in Italian but never has translation been easier. With everything from the models to serial numbers (not all ca. 10.000 or so originally produced but a subset), with period marketing materials still to be added. For fans of the historical calib

Zenith chronomaster revival in Arabic yellow dial.

Some photos of what I consider as one of the very few winners this year. At least my absolute favorite, especially the tantalum version. I will post the review on these next month. Best, Nicolas changed title from GJF to GFJ

Le Locle / Geneva, 14 April 2026 : The CHRONOMASTER Sport stands at the intersection of legacy and forward momentum. Born from the El Primero, the world's first automatic, integrated high-frequency chronograph calibre, it carries more than five decades of

39mm Case Size The Movement Components: 157 Frequency: 18'000 Power reserve: 72 The Spiel The G.F.J. collection redefines chronometric excellence, honouring the legendary Calibre 135. This limited edition to 161 pieces in yellow gold features a captivatin

Compared to last year 's platinum model (which I reviewed here ), I think I feel happy that the “ brick ” finishing of the movement has been replaced by traditional Geneva stripes . However , the lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl dial of the platinum versi