![]() ![]() It’s far from a dress watch, so this combination of band materials makes it more robust and long-lasting. The material and integrated style combination really suits this watch. I believe this adds to the sleek, and stealthy look. It is also “integrated” into the case, sitting flush. The band itself is made from large-scale alligator in black with the internal material being black rubber. I have a wrist just a hair under 8″ so if your wrist is any bigger, you’ll have to see if they can get you an extra long strap. Note: as you can see above the strap is on the last possible hole. I especially liked the touch of the Zenith logo “stat” integrated so well into the design. The déployant clasp is very comfortable and easy to operate. Overall, it looks very striking and well balanced. Some feature a high-polished finish, while others are satin. The case is done extremely well, with many faceted sides. The lug-to-lug measurements are only 50mm, making the watch wear smaller than a typical 44mm wide timepiece. I’m not usually a huge fan of watches over 40mm, but this 44mm piece did not feel too bulky or overly burdensome. What I loved about this dial is being able to see the two escapements encased within the watch, and that’s ultimately what sets this watch apart. However, after a few days I got used to it. Admittedly, I even found it hard to focus on the dial at first. This may not be to everyone’s tastes but a solid face version is also available. Your attention is also draw to the open works thanks to the skelotonized face. The squared-off lugs, combination of polished and satin finished on the black ceramic case make for quite the visual impact! Having spent a week with the watch on the wrist, I can certify that I’m a fan! It’s a completely different vibe from the smaller and “classic” El Primero that I previously had on the wrist. Please use the links above to “jump” to the respective section, or continue to read for my full review. Final thoughts on value and ideal buyer.Journe Centigraphe, so I’m interested to see how this watch compares to both the “standard” El Primero and the other 1/100th of a second chronograph I’ve tried.Īs with all my watch reviews, I’ll be detailing the watch using the following themes: ![]() In the past I’ve also had the pleasure of reviewing the F.P. Now this year I’m equally excited to get my hands on the “Defy” version with the 1/100th of a second chronograph. The 38 pieces will exclusively be sold through Zenith retailer timelessluxwatches.Last year I had the great pleasure of trying and and reviewing the Zenith El Primero 38mm in rose gold. Price for the Zenith Chronomaster El Primero 38mm Final Edition will be $8,800 on the three leather straps and $9,850 on bracelet with the three leather straps, as well. There will also be a steel bracelet option that includes those three leather straps, though I am not certain about the exact number out of 38 that will have this bracelet option. The 38mm Chronomaster Final Edition is going to come with three calf-leather straps in red, blue, and gray that match the subdial windows. ![]() 3523.80.00 that is 39mm and pretty perfect. I actually quite like sub-40mm chronographs and own an old Omega Speedmaster Reduced Ref. Of course, I’m going by memory from the last time I wore a 38mm El Primero, but I have done so on several occasions. I believe the lug-to-lug height for this soon-to-be-gone case is just around 46mm, which is more than one would guess for a 38mm, but it makes for a very wearable watch. The 38mm-wide case should be just around 12.45mm-thick and has 100M of water resistance, as is the case with previous iterations. Of course, it operates at a frequency of 36,000 vph and has a 50-hour power reserve. Zenith uses the El Primero 4061 movement here, which is the no-date model, and I think the type of enthusiasts who will pick up one of these 38 pieces likely will likely appreciate this choice. ![]()
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