On the right-hand side of the case resides a signed winning crown at the 3 o’clock location, which is flanked by a pair of pump-style chronograph pushers that offer access to the chronograph functions, while still allowing the watch to be water-resistant to 50 meters The top surfaces of the lugs offer a distinct radially brushed finish, while the sides are high-polished, with a sharp bevel separating the two contrasting surfaces. Just like the vintage A386 from 1969, the case of the Zenith x Watches of Switzerland Group Chronomaster Original Limited Edition offers a fairly traditional shape with a rounded profile and thick lugs that gently taper down to wedge-cut tips. A highly accurate yet modern rendition of the famous Zenith A386 that was one of the original trio of El Primero models released in 1969, the 38mm case stays true to the sizing of the vintage version however, it benefits from modern enhancements such as a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal protecting its dial and a display caseback to offer a few of its automatic chronograph movement.

Based upon one of the most iconic chronographs of all time and featuring a fresh colorway with gray and blue accents, the new Zenith x Watches of Switzerland Group Chronomaster Original Limited Edition is the result of these two legendary industry names working together and the combined experience creating collaboration pieces that each one brings to the table.Ĭrafted from stainless steel, the case of the new Zenith x Watches of Switzerland Group Chronomaster Original Limited Edition will be instantly familiar to anyone who has previously handled the inaugural Chronomaster Original model that debuted last year in 2021.

As one of the world’s leading luxury timepiece retailers, Watches of Switzerland Group is no stranger to collaborating with brands to produce exclusive limited editions, and a similar statement could be made about Zenith, which frequently teams up with various entities to create unique renditions of some of its most famous models.

Rather than trying to combine two distinct design languages or overtly reminding people of the inspiration behind the co-branded watch, most retailers simply have an idea for a new colorway or an extension to an existing line, and this means that the resulting watch is usually something that both looks good and feels natural, rather than being a bit too on-the-nose when it comes to its intended design inspiration. Collaborations between watch brands and retailers can often be some of the most natural partnerships that exist within this industry.

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