Zenith
CONDITION
Unworn
Complete set with box & papers, Dated November 2021
Remarks: Under agent 5 years warranty
Back in 1970 Zenith released the original ‘Poker Chip’ El Primero. It came in a rather thin lugged gold case that looked a little mismatched for the round case, but the special markings around the sub-dial made it hard to miss. They reminded people of a poker chip and a nickname was born. With only about 200 of the original ever made they were a bit of a hidden gem in the vintage market.
Fast forward to 2021 and SJX watches released 200 more poker chips into the wild, this time with an updated titanium case that was a much better fit for the El Primero. The crazy sub-dial markings are still there but are filled with lume that jumps off the grey dial. Turn the lights out and even one of the straps that came with the watch will glow brightly, creating a watch that is hard to miss. The overall effect is a beautiful reimagining of the 1970s original that improves everything the older watch had, and shows sometimes you can teach an old dog new tricks.
GENDER
Gents
DIAL DESCRIPTION
Black gray
BEZEL
Microblasted Titanium
CASE
Microblasted Titanium
CASEBACK
Open
CASE DIAMETER/DIMENSIONS
38MM
MOVEMENT
Automatic Cal.El Primero 400 50H
COMPLICATION
Date, Chronograph
BRACELET/STRAP
Leather
BUCKLE
Pin buckle
CRYSTAL
Sapphire crystal