Last, Zenith has introduced a thrilling evolution of the legendary model and because the title suggests that it’s a lighter one, additionally, it includes a bigger 45mm graphite housing and also the legendary El Primero caliber constructed from titanium the very first time.
This version is definitely an interesting hi-tech accessory for the El Primero lineage which will without doubt constitute interest towards the enthusiastic collector and it is a limited run of just 100 pieces.
This task started using the movement. According to its recent research into new materials Zenith find the lightweight metal titanium, broadly utilized in aviation -along with a first for that El Primero - for that primary areas of the movement like the mainplate and also the five bridges. Additionally they used the silicon double chronograph wheel in the original Striking tenth model. While adding a silicon lever and escape wheel to reduce much more weight. The end result to be the 4052 W calibre - that's 25% lighter, lower from 21.10 g to simply 15.45 g. The entire watch weight is really a mere 40g that is about 50 % of the items the standard El Primero weighs in at impressive.
Well this model might be a ‘lightweight’ however it isn’t diminutive in dimensions, the case calculating an imposing 45mm a rise from 42mm - nevertheless this is not apt to be a hurdle for individuals who understand why brand since other effective models like the Chronomaster Grande Date have an identical size.
The option of carbon fibre for that case while lowering the weight also adds a sportier, automotive flavour towards the piece using its checker pattern. I love how discretely it has been done, if carbon fibre isn’t used carefully with subtlety it may cheapen making things appear gaudy, however the case patterning is really reserved it doesn’t clash using the busy dial design.
The inside has additionally been upgraded utilizing a ceramised aluminium- a unique combined material that does not only reduces weight but additionally includes a greater toughness than steel - 1800 Vickers in comparison to 160-200.
The dial is really a distinct and rather handsome reinterpretation from the classic El Primero, that maintains the signature three color Striking 10th dials. Thinking about the quantity of visual interest on show here Zenith did well creating a dial that's so legible. The semi-skeletonized section enables for any peak, as the caseback enables for a much greater view inside to determine the attractive 4052 W El Primero Striking tenth movement.
The date display continues to be reworked with a decrease in weight accomplished using cut-out numbers shown on a red-colored background. Enhancing this the red-colored central tenth seconds hand along with a red-colored border circling the indexes. Perforated lugs, a titanium crown and buttons all shed extra pounds further, together with a light-weight synthetic fiber known as Nomex employed for the strap. To chop weight even more the facetted hands happen to be useless, it appears that nothing continues to be left untouched in their mission for lightness!
This latest accessory for this classic line using its utilization of contemporary materials and leading edge technology still keeps the El Primero’s instantly recognisable qualities, but looks marvellously modern too. At $22,000 additionally, it signifies great value you are receiving a sensational, leading edge form of popular watch that maintains the essential benefit of the initial.
Finally come to the price, this Zenith El Primero Lightweight watch is priced at $22,000.
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