Dr No
[Moderator Omega - Wristscan]
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Such honesty merits . . .
. . . a full reply :-0!
The 40th Anniversary resonated from its inception, Marcus. It exhibits almost every element that matters to me - a true manufacture movement, and an excellent one at that, appealing cushion case design with elements of angularity and curvature, overall dimensions in keeping with my slender wrist, and pleasing proportions. My collection has not had a rugged sports watch in some time, and the void was one I felt deeply. There were other watches under consideration, including Grand Seikos, Rolexes, Omegas, and Glashüttes, but this particular Zenith . . .
. . . matched them in every respect, and went an element better by offering an integral chronograph complication. Then came the Striking 10th . . .
. . . which simply did not hold my attention aesthetically like the 40th, but had one overwhelming advantage: I placed an order for the 40th Anniversary model several weeks ago, but then suffered nagging second thoughts, as the Striking 10th iteration of the El Primero represents an actually useful enhancement. After spending the better part of an hour examining one in detail, the order was changed to the limited edition of the Striking 10th shown above. After another week had passed, though, I came to the realization that the usefulness of the Striking 10th did not sufficiently compensate for the aesthetic qualities offered by the 40th Anniversary, and consequently changed the order again. I can only hope the patience of the sales representative wasn't overly taxed.
"The heart has its reasons that reason knows nothing of." This message has been edited by Dr No on 2011-02-01 13:01:02
Is anyone in the process of acquiring a current Zenith . . .
. . . in the near future? If so, which model has your interest? Cordially, Art...
Hmmm . . .
. . . frankly, this one . . . . . . has a hold on my heart, but this one . . . . . . is the nuts when it comes to functional timing. It's a toss-up at this point, but I'm leaning towards the Striking 10th. I prefer the 40th Anniversary El Primero in every...
Ah, the usual response . . .
. . . from the usual suspects! Actually, I wouldn't do both even if I could financially, simply because I can justify having only one chrono - or none - in my possession at any one time. It's a difficult choice, Damian . . . do I go with the one I'd look ...
In the long run, I have to agree, Damian. There's . . .
. . . little point in having a sports/tool/utility watch for special occasions only, and that's precisely what the Striking 10th would be if it were in my collection - a watch for special occasions. Cordially, Art
To be honest ....
... the 40th Anniversary appealed to me more on the pictures, but I was a bit disappointed when I checked it on my wrist. The finish of the dial and hands had a few flaws, the movement finish was - typically for Zenith - a bit technical, but flawless; exc...
Such honesty merits . . .
. . . a full reply :-0! The 40th Anniversary resonated from its inception, Marcus. It exhibits almost every element that matters to me - a true manufacture movement, and an excellent one at that, appealing cushion case design with elements of angularity a...
I admit that the Anniversary looks better on your wrist....
... but I would be more intrigued by the unique mechanism of the striking 10th. Just a matter of individual priorities ... Regards, Marcus
Had I bought it then . . .
. . . I wouldn't have had the opportunity to consider the Striking 10th LE, so in a way, I'm glad I waited until now to commit.
I went through the same process, Art ...and...ended up with ...
The striking 10th... But i must say that it was close and at one point i got so upset that i was thinking of leaving without or with both... Enjoy your 40th anniversary. Art! Cheers. Luc
Honestly, Luc, if anyone asked me . . .
. . . which Purist should get a Striking 1/10th, your name would be the first on the list. A chrono with tenth of a second resolution is the most natural complication for an active racing enthusiast like yourself. The Long Beach American Le Mans race will...
Not yet in this process, but at least, now ...
I am in the process to have a look on their watches... Which is a big step for me, as I didn't even have this idea two years before. Best, Nicolas.
I have...
an El Primero from the Charles Vermot Edition in blue dial, brilliant glide of the seconds hand, wears beautifully and has a surprisingly good power reserve. This range is great in any version. Even the vintage 1969 you have displayed is an excellent retr...
... yes but
I would opt for my dream Zenith although is not new the legendary JFK Kind regards Damjan This message has been edited by Ares501 on 2011-01-28 05:48:52...
Kennedy
Regarding the original question, the answer is easy - both - hardly bears thinking about, really The Striking 10th is all business, a bit of a power watch, the New Vintage 1969 is a quirky connoisseur's watch - offbeat, highly individual. One simply canno...
Oh, yeah! The 40th Anniversary EP offers . . .
. . . enchanting aesthetics, and a sensible match for my wrist . . . . . . but there's no getting around the magic of the Striking 10th in action....
I really dig the Zenith striking 10th…..
I’m planning to add this quaint essential chronograph as my very next watch purchase, however; still got a ways to go in terms of funding …hopefully by the end of this year....
The current Zenith offerrings......
are very tempting, it's great to see them return to their roots. IMO the Striking 10 would be the way to go. -MW
Yes, but . . .
Trying to fondle a couple of models when I can get to an AD. I like the Striking 10 and the Vintage 1969 as shown in photos, but don't know how they will feel on the wrist. The Split Second looks good too. Prefer a big date if Zenith makes one. The 2011 m...
Both Elite . . .
g . . . and El Primero movements . . . . . . offer large date options. Photos courtesy Kong and Kelvin, respectively . . . cordially, Art....
Yes.........The el Primero Captain
Dear Dr...........In Honor of the man that rescued the El Primero,,(Charles Vermot),,,,,,,,I am definetaly going to buy an El Primero Captain,,,,,,,,Just as soon as my 401 k loan clears from last year....................Zenith are the finest watches ever ...
That's quite an encomium, Mark! Most pleased, and . . .
. . . I hope you'll share photos and comments once acquired . . . cordially, Art
Ultra Thin black dial, steel version
Just helped my friend got his through my regular AD. Waited for about a month for new stock to arrive and a few pieces did so lately. Nice watch, clean and elegant.