Thanks Art, Magnus and Oliver

What a treat to get this comprehensive tri-partite and eloquently written review of the Zenith novelties thus far.

For me,the Captain are nice, but unInspiring, Nothing takes my breath away. The El Primero Chronomaster Grand Date always looks better in reality than in pictures, and I am looking forward to seeing this delicious chocolaty version.

On the Type 20 1903, I have to side with Magnus and Oliver although I agree with Art that it is fun. I am sure it will have an audience amongst more fashionable people than ourselves so I am willing to let is slide, but definitely not to my taste.

I am not too sure of the "milking the cash cow" comment though. The Pilot collection is a pillar collection, and with the introduction of the Type 20s in 2012, and their warm reception, I do hope to see many further additions and evolutions of a now iconic design. I am not however happy with the current GMT line in any of their guises since learning it has a 25.6mm movement in a 48mm case. I am hoping to see an elegant simple three hand thinner manual wind version of this watch at 42-44mm with a display back, and a movement that fills the case.

Thanks for the report, and am looking forward to Live from Basel !

Dean

Magnus and Oliver's Zenith Pre-BaselWorld 2014 report . . .

By: Dr No : March 16th, 2014-23:28

Magnus and Oliver took a small detour from the SIHH to meet with Zenith for a relaxed preview on some of this year's Basel novelties. The result is presented as a collaboration of Purists, separated by an ocean, eight time zones, and something less than s...

El Primero Chronomaster Grande Date . . .

By: Dr No : March 17th, 2014-01:07

. . . with concentric moon . . . g . . . and sun phase indicator. This particular watch is based upon a limited edition exclusively created for the Austrian market, showcasing a fine two-tone treatment with gold pushers, crown, and dial highlights. Wrist ...

Captain Central Seconds . . .

By: Dr No : March 17th, 2014-01:33

. . . boutique edition, with applied Arabic indices. I can tell the two liked this one by the number of wrist shots they took! First on Magnus'... … then on Oliver's wrist: Not a hint of excess; most tasteful. Thumbs up. ...

Captain Power Reserve . . .

By: Dr No : March 17th, 2014-02:30

. . . is a case study in successful refinement. The less ornate portrayal of the power reserve indicator and date aperture in comparison with previous incarnations projects elegance, subtly enhanced by the absence of engraving. In this instance . . . . ....

Captain Moonphase . . .

By: Dr No : March 17th, 2014-12:31

. . . has been given the same treatment as the Power Reserve: removal of all dial engraving and flourishes. The effect, though . . . g . . . isn't quite the same; starker rather than simplified. My sense is there's now a palpable incongruity between the m...

El Primero Chronomaster Power Reserve . . .

By: Dr No : March 17th, 2014-13:19

. . . appears to embody the silicon technology developed for the Striking 10th, as witnessed by the purple escape wheel and anchor. Magnus or Oliver will have to confirm whether this is a new development in this particular movement; to the best of my reco...

Captain Winsor Annual Calendar . . .

By: Dr No : March 18th, 2014-17:41

. . . boutique edition, with similar applied Arabic indices as the Captain Central Seconds. The genius of Oechslin's and Gerber's efforts were put to good use by applying the techniques developed for the MIH to the El Primero. I have to admit to ambivalen...

El Primero 410 . . .

By: Dr No : March 18th, 2014-18:39

. . . truly, the name says it all. The cal 410 is one of the most celebrated incarnations of the El Primero; a full calendar with moonphase, implemented with tastefully placed apertures. Zenith revived a legend by bringing this reference back. There ar...

Pilot Type 20 GMT 1903 . . .

By: Dr No : March 18th, 2014-19:15

. . . reminds me of the title of a James Brown song*. Its massive presence, prominent features, and vintage attitude fairly leap off the page. How's this . . . . . . for making a statement? Phew! Oliver, you're a braver man than I. Seriously, even though ...

You should do it

By: Ares501 - Mr Green : March 27th, 2014-13:06

this way all the time Marvelous reporting Art you are writing under some pseudo in real life earning big bucks Sincerely Damjan

I wish that was the case, Damjan . . .

By: Dr No : March 27th, 2014-17:28

. . . but no, all my efforts are devoted here on PPro. (Actually, it was Magnus and Oliver that performed the real work - I'm just the interpreter!)

Good interpreter

By: Ares501 - Mr Green : March 28th, 2014-02:13

makes good story even better Thank you for sharing your talent unselfishly with us all this years Sincerely yours Damjan

Oliver's and Magnus' conclusion on the first batch if Zenith novelties

By: Ornatus-Mundi : March 24th, 2014-13:13

Following Art's excellent and wittily written impressions we would like to submit to you our first hand experiences and opinions, which might well differ from Art's. What we have seen so far were interesting developments and advancements on the existing Z...

Thanks Art, Magnus and Oliver

By: Spellbound : March 24th, 2014-16:38

What a treat to get this comprehensive tri-partite and eloquently written review of the Zenith novelties thus far. For me,the Captain are nice, but unInspiring, Nothing takes my breath away. The El Primero Chronomaster Grand Date always looks better in re...

Zenith - Selita

By: Fringilla : April 6th, 2014-11:55

Hi Guys In the latest interview CEO J. Dufour tells that Selita will deliver some movements to Zenith. Could You write something more about this Thanks Pawel/Poland