Credits: Article and images by Quentin Bufogle @ Quill & Pad. See the original article here - https://quillandpad.com/2024/01/13/why-i-bought-it-the-zenith-chronomaster-tribute-to-charles-vermot-reprise/
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And so, as Enzo Ferrari nearly drove his company into bankruptcy in the pursuit of perfection, so did the folks at Zenith in developing the world’s first (high beat) fully integrated, automatic chronograph movement. What must have truly been perceived as a fool’s errand given the brand’s formidable competition.
I could go on and on about the Zenith Chronomaster Tribute to Charles Vermot’s stunningly beautiful, metallic blue dial, silicon escapement (visible via the open heart feature), and COSC chronometer certification.
I could tell you that it’s one of the last truly great Chronomasters produced in that unique style and aesthetic that’s become so emblematic of the brand – one that borrows from no other. But I’d be missing the real point – at least as far as I’m concerned.
That two of horology’s greatest and most inspiring bits of history (the story of the creation of the El Primero and its savior, Charles Vermot), can be celebrated in a single wristwatch, is – for this collector – truly priceless.
For more information, please visit www.zenith-watches.com/int/brand/heritage-charles-vermot
Quick facts: Zenith Chronomaster Tribute To Charles Vermot Open Heart
Reference: 03.20416.4061
Case: 42 mm x 14.05 mm. Stainless steel, brushed & polished. Push/pull crown.
Movement: Zenith El Primero Calibre 4061. Automatic, column wheel, lateral clutch chronograph. 36,000 vph/5 Hz frequency, silicon escapement, COSC Certified Chronometer, 31 jewels, power reserve 50 hours
Crystal: box sapphire (front), Sapphire display back.
Strap/bracelet: rubber with double deployant clasp.
Water-resistant: 100 m
Retail price: $9,000 (launched 2014, out of production)
* This article was first published 20 February 2023 at Why I Bought It: The Zenith Chronomaster Tribute To Charles Vermot
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Credits: Article and images by Quentin Bufogle @ Quill & Pad. See the original article here - https://quillandpad.com/2024/01/13/why-i-bought-it-the-zenith-chronomaster-tribute-to-charles-vermot-reprise/