Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Monaco, Jul 21, 2021
LOT 222
Zenith
Self-winding, chronograph, minute and hour counters, date; “El Primero”; stainless steel
Self-winding, chronograph, minute and hour counters, date; “El Primero”; stainless steel
EUR 3,000 - 5,000
USD 3,600 - 6,000 / HKD 27,700 - 46,200
Sold: EUR 3,510
Stainless steel, self-winding, tonneau-shaped, gentleman’s wristwatch, water-resistant, with screwed case-back, silver colour dial with subsidiary seconds at 9 and four horological complications:
• 1/10 second chronograph (activated by the two round-shaped push-pieces)
• Half-instantaneous 30-minute counter (subsidiary dial at 3 o’clock)
• 12-hour counter (subsidiary dial at 6 o’clock)
• Instantaneous date of the month (aperture between 4 and 5 o’clock)
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-6-8-01 |
Good Slightly oxidized Slightly scratched HANDS Original |
Brand Zenith, Le Locle
Model Chronograph Automatic, El Primero”
Year circa 1975
Movement No. unnumbered
Case No. 019 E 148
Bracelet stainless steel Zenith bracelet
Length 180 mm. (approx.)
Caliber 3019 PHC
Dimensions 44.7 x 37.8 mm
Signature dial, case and movement
Notes
Zenith, “El Primero”
The “El Primero” self-winding chronograph was launched in 1969. It was the world’s first and the only one in its category to measure short periods of time to one-tenth of a second. The lever escapement movement beating 36 000 vibrations / hour (high mechanical frequency) and is fitted with a central rotor mounted on ball bearings. The coordination of chronographic functions is operated by column wheel. 50-hour power-reserve.
At this time, two versions of the calibre exist:
• Z 400, instantaneous change of date with quick setting; 31 jewels, diameter 30 mm., height 6.5 mm., 280 components.
• Z 410, instantaneous change of date and day with quick setting, month and moon phases; 31 jewels, diameter 30 mm., height 7.55 mm., 354 components.
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*a 20% import VAT is due on the hammer price with buyer's premium, plus 150€ for termination of temporary export, at buyer's expense, only if it is delivered within the EU