Zenith Chronograph 18k Onyx 1960s

Here's a great example of how Zenith is and always has been a top Swiss manufacturer of more than only the El Primero chronographs. Our example is fitted with the highly regarded Zenith caliber 146 DP, a chronograph movement with column wheel designed by Martel, a company that was absorbed by Zenith in 1960 and, prior to that date, provided movements to other manufacturers such as Universal Genève.

The watch we have here is exemplary of the quality of this manufacturer. From the 18k yellow gold case to the flawless white sunburst dial and the Cal 146 DP manual wound chronograph movement, this watch is truly stunning.

CASE:

• excellent overall condition, showing minor trace of use
• 3- body 18k yellow gold case with snap-on case back
• case back has been polished in the past
• 35 mm (without crown) / 42 mm (lug-to-lug) / 18 mm (between lugs)
• Year: 1960s 

MOVEMENT:

• Zenith Cal. 146 DP - manual wound
• 17 jewels, 19800 A/h, 38 hours power reserve
• professionally serviced 11/2023
• -2sec/d / 310°

DIAL:

• original never touched white sunburst dial in flawless condition
• original hands, dial and crown