Owning a piece of living history is no small thing. With Zenith being one of the oldest luxury watch houses in operation, there is a special pleasure in celebrating tradition, innovation, and legacy.
A powerhouse upon the wrist. That's what the El Primero Striking 10th Chronograph by Zenith is.
Let's first consider the silver-tone dial with its energetic design sensibility.
At 9 we have a small seconds subdial in restrained grey, while at 3 there is a 60-second chrono counter in dashing blue with a 60-minute counter in handsome dark grey at 6.
In bold red there is a large central 1/10th of a second hand that is easy to read while at 6 we have a classically positioned and appealingly shaped date window.
As a limited-edition watch, only 1,969 pieces were produced, making it a challenge to obtain. The Zenith El Primero 4052 B caliber can be found beating at the heart of this minor masterpiece. Most conveniently this self-winding automatic movement delivers around 50 hours of power reserve.
The stainless steel case measures 42 mm in diameter, 12.7 mm in height, and rests upon a new alligator leather strap with a stainless steel tang buckle.
Additional features include a push / pull winding crown, 100 m / 10 atm water resistance, and scratch-resistant sapphire crystal.
Taken all together, the superb craftsmanship, superior capabilities, and handsome stylings of this El Primero Striking 10th by Zenith make it a must-have for the discerning collector.
Standout feature(s): Limited-edition timepiece of only 1,969 pieces produced; 1/10th of a second measurement and Zenith El Primero 4052 B movement.
Details at a glance:
- Model Reference: 03.2041.4052/69.C496
- Case Material: Stainless steel
- Case Dimensions: 42 mm
- Case Height: 12.7 mm
- Movement: Self-winding automatic; 31 jewels, 50-hour power reserve
Caliber: Zenith El Primero 4052 B
- Complication(s) / Feature(s): Standard time, small seconds, 1/10th of a second, chronograph, date
- Dial: Silver-tone with multi-colored sub-dials
- Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire
- Winding Crown: Push / pull
- Water-resistance: 100 m / 10 atm
- Band: New OEM black alligator leather strap
- Clasp: Stainless steel tang buckle
- Country of Origin: Switzerland
- Retail Value: $12,800 (Last known)
- Condition: Pre-owned in excellent condition; complete service completed by Zenith in July 2026 and under manufacturer's warranty through July 2028; the watch will fit up to 8-inch wrist
- Comments: Includes original boxes, manual, original warranty card dated in 2012, service papers dated in July 2026.
