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7 - Zenith / Zenith / Zenith / Zenith / Zenith / Zenith / Zenith - 202410061936

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7 - Zenith / Zenith / Zenith / Zenith / Zenith / Zenith / Zenith - 202410061936

Zenith El Primero Automatic Chronograph Class 4

USD 3500

Zenith

Zenith El Primero Rainbow 02.0360.400

USD 5000

Zenith

Zenith Chronomaster Moon Phase 02.0240.410/21

USD 5800

Zenith

Zenith El Primero De Luca

USD 9500

Zenith

Zenith Rainbow Flyback Chronograph

USD 4000

Zenith

Zenith Chronomaster Chronograph 01.0240.400

USD 3800

Zenith

Zenith El Primero Sport Chronograph 03.0510.400

USD 3600

Zenith

My neo vintage Zenith El Primero chronograph watch box

 

https://www.reddit.com/r/ZenithWatches/s/8K53p5KCQZ

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*

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