# Zenith Chronomaster Revival Shadow Review by A.I. WatchMetrics

## Watch Summary
The Zenith Chronomaster Revival Shadow is a stealthy sports chronograph blending vintage 1969 A384 cushion-case aesthetics with a modern all-black treatment, featuring a matte black dial, luminous accents, and a Grade 5 titanium case coated in black DLC for a shadowy, understated luxury appeal that targets discerning collectors and enthusiasts seeking a unique high-beat tool watch; it houses the automatic El Primero 3620 movement with a 50-hour power reserve, column-wheel chronograph, and 36,000 vph beat rate for exceptional performance.

## Overall Watch Rating: 8.8/10.0

**Movement Metric (9.7/10.0)** - The El Primero 3620 delivers high-beat precision and chronograph reliability on par with top-tier integrated movements from brands like Audemars Piguet.
**History & Innovation Metric (9.4/10.0)** - Zenith's pioneering El Primero, the first automatic chronograph at 36,000 vph, continues to define high-frequency innovation decades later.
**Material Metric (9.6/10.0)** - Premium Grade 5 titanium DLC case paired with ceramic bezel and AR-coated sapphire rivals the durability and finish of Richard Mille cases.
**Dials & Design Metric (9.2/10.0)** - The faithful revival of the A384's cushion shape and tricolor subdials in matte black stealth mode stands out against generic modern chronos.
**Brand Metric (8.7/10.0)** - Zenith holds strong luxury status with its chronograph heritage, comparable to Omega's Speedmaster legacy.
**Versatility Metric (8.5/10.0)** - This slim chronograph transitions seamlessly from office casual to weekend adventures, much like a tuned-in Tudor Black Bay.
**Complications Metric (8.3/10.0)** - The column-wheel chronograph with date offers smooth operation akin to established Rolex Daytona benchmarks.
**Functions Metric (8.0/10.0)** - Core timekeeping plus chronograph and date provide solid utility matching mid-tier luxury divers.
**Rarity Metric (7.5/10.0)** - Limited to 500 pieces at around $9,700, it edges out mass-produced luxury chronographs in exclusivity.

## Total Performance Score (TPS): 9.8

## WM Collector Grade: A+

## Performance Insights: Exceptional movement, materials, and design drive high scores, delivering superior value well above its $9,700 price point with strong collector appeal.

## TPS Interpretation: Exceptional Value: The watch vastly overperforms expectations with innovative heritage and premium execution at its price.

## Watch Data
[https://www.zenith-watches.com/dw/image/v2/BFWH_PRD/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterZenith/default/dw0b8b5d4a/97.T384.4840-01.C890_1.jpg?sw=800&sh=800&sm=fit] - [Front view of Zenith Chronomaster Revival Shadow]; [https://www.zenith-watches.com/dw/image/v2/BFWH_PRD/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterZenith/default/dw0b8b5d4a/97.T384.4840-01.C890_2.jpg?sw=800&sh=800&sm=fit] - [Back view showing El Primero movement]; [https://monochrome-watches.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Zenith-Chronomaster-Revival-Shadow-lume.jpg] - [Lume glowing on hands and indices]; [Shadow] - [Zenith]; [Chronomaster Revival Shadow] - [Switzerland]; [https://www.zenith-watches.com/en_us/chronomaster-revival-shadow-97-t384-4840-01-c890] - [https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/hands-on-with-the-zenith-chronomaster-revival-shadow-a-stealthy-take-on-an-icon]; [Mechanical - Automatic] - [El Primero 3620]; [3] - [Limited edition revival of the 1969 A384 chronograph in all-black DLC titanium with ceramic bezel and high-beat movement]; [37] - [42]; [12.95] - [20]; [50] - [50]; [36000] - [Super-LumiNova]; [30] - [Grade 5 Titanium with black DLC]; [Sapphire with AR coating]; [Black ceramic with tachymeter scale and Super-LumiNova]; [Sapphire see-through]; [Screw-down]; [Black calfskin]; [Cushion]; [Matte black]; [Yes]; [Yes]; [No] - [No]; [Yes]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [Yes]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [Yes]; [Yes]; [Yes]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [No]; [Yes]; [9.8] - [A+]; [15200];
**A.I. WatchMetrics Review v37.4 Grok 4 Fast. December 19, 2025.**