1969 Zenith El Primero Chronograph Ref. A386 Mark I with Extract Dress Watches Introduced by Zenith in 1972

Introduced by Zenith in 1972

The case shows some minor surface scratches and the edges of the stainless steel case are still sharp

making it the most collectible variation of the model

The crown set the time at 2 o’clock and one pusher at 4 o’clock starts the 5 minutes dot countdown

Bumper automaticModel Name - FuturematicReference - N/AMaterial - 10Kt Gold-filled caseBracelet/Strap - Generic leather strapClasp/Buckle - Generic metal buckleDimensions - 35mm x 46mmSigned - Dial

1969 Zenith El Primero Chronograph Ref. A386 Mark I with Extract Dress Watches Introduced by Zenith in 1972The Zenith El Primero Chronograph Vintage reference A386 was one the first automatic chronographs ever produced. Among collectors there are different point of view regarding who released the first automatic chronograph and recollecting informations from 50+ years ago is a true challenge. Furthermore, many things can be considered in the process like the years of the development, the announcement date, the production span, the market release and which