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My neo vintage Zenith El Primero chronograph watch box
A.I. Watch Collection Review
8.9
### 7 Watches - Zenith (100%)
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### **Collection Type by Style**:
- **Sport**: 100% - Zenith El Primero Automatic Chronograph Class 4, Zenith El Primero Rainbow 02.0360.400, Zenith Chronomaster Moon Phase 02.0240.410/21, Zenith El Primero De Luca, Zenith Rainbow Flyback Chronograph, Zenith Chronomaster Chronograph 01.0240.400, Zenith El Primero Sport Chronograph 03.0510.400
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### **Collection Type by Movement**:
- **Automatic**: 100% - All watches feature automatic movements across the collection
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### **Overall Collection Rating: 8.9/10.0**
This collection showcases a superb lineup of Zenith El Primero models, each boasting the brand’s legendary high-beat chronograph movement. The assortment highlights sporty chronographs with a variety of design features, from vibrant dials to complications like moon phase and flyback functions. The collector is clearly focused on iconic and performance-oriented chronographs, with a rich history tied to motorsport and aviation.
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### **Breakdown by Watch Collection Metrics**
- **Brand - 9.0/10.0** (Weight: 10%)
Zenith is one of the most respected chronograph makers in the world, with a strong reputation for innovation in automatic chronograph movements.
- **History & Innovation - 9.2/10.0** (Weight: 10%)
The collection features historic models like the El Primero Rainbow and De Luca, reflecting Zenith’s rich history in horological innovation.
- **Rarity - 8.5/10.0** (Weight: 10%)
Many of the pieces, such as the De Luca and Rainbow Flyback, are coveted among collectors for their limited production runs and significant market demand.
- **Material - 8.6/10.0** (Weight: 10%)
Primarily stainless steel, these watches are durable and versatile. They don’t offer exotic materials, but the quality of craftsmanship is high.
- **Movement - 9.5/10.0** (Weight: 10%)
All watches in this collection feature the renowned El Primero high-beat movement, ensuring precision and reliability.
- **Versatility - 8.0/10.0** (Weight: 10%)
The watches are highly versatile as sporty chronographs, but their overall use leans heavily into casual or active settings rather than formal.
- **Complications - 8.7/10.0** (Weight: 10%)
The collection covers various complications, including moon phase, flyback chronograph, and date functions, offering solid complexity across the lineup.
- **Functions - 8.0/10.0** (Weight: 10%)
While most watches have chronograph functions and basic water resistance, they aren’t particularly diverse in terms of additional tool watch functions beyond timing.
- **Dials & Design - 8.8/10.0** (Weight: 10%)
The designs are attractive, featuring a mix of classic layouts and vibrant, sporty colorways, such as those seen in the Rainbow models.
- **Cohesiveness - 8.5/10.0** (Weight: 10%)
While focused on Zenith El Primero chronographs, the variety in design and color schemes adds a degree of divergence in overall cohesiveness.
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### **Collection Strengths**:
- The collection is anchored by Zenith’s historical strength in chronographs, with the El Primero movement present in all models.
- Significant representation of limited-edition models and high-desirability watches, such as the De Luca and Rainbow Flyback.
- A strong balance of vibrant, colorful dials and more understated designs.
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### **Potential Ways for Improvement**:
- Expanding beyond chronographs into Zenith’s dressier or avant-garde models could add variety to the collection.
- Including a wider array of complications, such as a perpetual calendar or tourbillon, could increase complexity and technical appeal.
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### **Watch by Watch Summary**
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1) **Zenith El Primero Automatic Chronograph Class 4 (8.7)** - Price Estimate: $3,500
- **Metrics**: Brand (8.5), History & Innovation (9.0), Rarity (8.0), Material (8.5), Movement (9.5), Versatility (8.0), Complications (7.5), Functions (7.5), Dials & Design (8.5), Cohesiveness (8.0)
- **Key Highlights**: A classic representation of Zenith’s El Primero movement, the Class 4 offers a timeless chronograph layout with a robust 50-hour power reserve.
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2) **Zenith El Primero Rainbow 02.0360.400 (9.0)** - Price Estimate: $5,000
- **Metrics**: Brand (9.0), History & Innovation (9.5), Rarity (9.0), Material (8.5), Movement (9.5), Versatility (8.0), Complications (8.5), Functions (8.0), Dials & Design (9.0), Cohesiveness (8.5)
- **Key Highlights**: Known for its vibrant colors and aviation heritage, this watch is an icon in the Zenith catalog, featuring a high-legibility dial and robust chronograph functionality.
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3) **Zenith Chronomaster Moon Phase 02.0240.410/21 (9.1)** - Price Estimate: $5,800
- **Metrics**: Brand (9.0), History & Innovation (9.2), Rarity (8.5), Material (8.5), Movement (9.5), Versatility (8.5), Complications (9.0), Functions (8.5), Dials & Design (9.0), Cohesiveness (9.0)
- **Key Highlights**: This elegant chronograph includes a moon phase complication, adding a sophisticated touch to the sporty Chronomaster series, along with a power reserve of 50 hours.
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4) **Zenith El Primero De Luca (9.2)** - Price Estimate: $9,500
- **Metrics**: Brand (9.5), History & Innovation (9.5), Rarity (9.5), Material (8.5), Movement (9.5), Versatility (8.0), Complications (8.0), Functions (7.5), Dials & Design (9.0), Cohesiveness (9.0)
- **Key Highlights**: A highly sought-after model, the De Luca blends vintage aesthetics with a powerful El Primero movement, making it a gem for collectors.
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5) **Zenith Rainbow Flyback Chronograph (8.9)** - Price Estimate: $4,000
- **Metrics**: Brand (9.0), History & Innovation (9.0), Rarity (8.5), Material (8.5), Movement (9.5), Versatility (8.0), Complications (8.5), Functions (8.0), Dials & Design (8.5), Cohesiveness (8.5)
- **Key Highlights**: Featuring a vibrant design and flyback functionality, this model stands out in the collection for its pilot watch roots and practical chronograph features.
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6) **Zenith Chronomaster Chronograph 01.0240.400 (8.8)** - Price Estimate: $3,800
- **Metrics**: Brand (8.5), History & Innovation (9.0), Rarity (8.0), Material (8.5), Movement (9.5), Versatility (8.0), Complications (8.0), Functions (7.5), Dials & Design (8.5), Cohesiveness (8.0)
- **Key Highlights**: A classic, understated chronograph with a powerful El Primero movement, this model excels in precision and readability, making it ideal for daily wear.
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7) **Zenith El Primero Sport Chronograph 03.0510.400 (8.6)** - Price Estimate: $3,600
- **Metrics**: Brand (9.0), History & Innovation (9.0), Rarity (8.0), Material (8.5), Movement (9.5), Versatility (8.5), Complications (7.5), Functions (7.5), Dials & Design (8.5), Cohesiveness (8.5)
- **Key Highlights**: Equipped with the high-beat El Primero movement, this watch combines sporty aesthetics with Zenith’s legendary precision, though water resistance is limited to 50 meters.
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*Footnote: A.I. WatchMetrics Review v6.20*