[Note: due to an exhausted batterie our main 'horological' camera was defunct, thus we had to rely on a compact camera. For 'better' picture please take a look at François-Xavier's report ! Apologies from our side!] Zenith was one of the most anticipated appointments for Baselworld 2012, our desire singlehandedly driven by the launch of the spectacular yet controversial Aéronef Type 20 pilot’s watch. But Zenith 2012 was a near miss: At the time of our appointment nobody was available to... more

IWC and Zenith have a common point this year: 2012  will be under the Pilot's sign! But they don't choose the same approach. Zenith is very faithful to the strategy implemented by Jean-Frédéric Dufour based on the historical roots and complications taking advantage of the rich past of the Manufacture.But if we sum up the 2012 offer only with the Pilot collection, we would bring a wrong feeling: it is much broader than expected and proposes a new 3 hands nugget: the Espada.I propose to b... more

Pilot Press Kit – Zenith 2012   Introduction   Passionate about aviation  "Zenith! Isn't that a name just destined for aviators? Add to that all the quality contained in this watch's beautiful case, and you will have a Zenith." These few words of Léon Morane, who in 1910 became the first pilot in the world to exceed a speed of 100 km/hour, firmly anchor Zenith in the world of aviation and aeronautical feats.   As the 20th century began, the... more

Zenith - El Primero CHRONOMASTER 1969 & Chronomaster Open Grande Date Moon & Sunphase, Two Iconic Signatures For A Legendary Watch EL PRIMERO CHRONOMASTER 1969   The new El Primero Chronomaster 1969 chronograph is a concentrated blend of Zenith's genetic heritage: the historical colours of the first El Primero chronograph are associated for the first time with the emblematic dial opening revealing the beating heart of the movement – the signature of the Ma... more

On December 19th 2011, a boutique exclusively dedicated to watches from the Swiss watch manufacturer Zenith has opened on one of Geneva's busiest streets, at no. 35, Rue du Rhône. This new concept store is far more than just a boutique; it's a whole universe featuring an interior design that draws visitors into a temple of Swiss watchmaking tradition, the Manufacture Zenith. This legendary firm is still located in the exact spot where its founder Georges Favre-Jacot first established it... more

Zenith was one of the main exhibitors of the 2011 Salon QP. So I couldn't miss a visit at their booth during my journey in London. A very comprehensive selection of the collection was displayed so I took the decision to shoot 4 watches which represent, in my point of view, a good overview of what Zenith is currently.Let's start with one of the key novelties of this year: the Stratos.The Stratos is more than a watch, it is a line within the El Primero collection because it contains two types of movemen... more

Right after Zenith unveiled their 2011 Collection during Basel, my focus was fixated to the Stratos Flyback with the black ALCHRON case and black ceramic bezel.  However, after last August dinner event, one piece unexpectedly caught my attention.  Clean outline, non-cluttered dial and readable legends (with my farsightedness) packed with one of the respectable chronograph movement, the El Primero with Annual Calender complications. The final blow is .... To view more,  please click ... more

Last month 29 September, Zenith Singapore held an event with Cortina Watch to showcase the latest collections and the Zenith Corner at Cortina Watch Marina Bay Sands.  Mr Jean Frederic Dufour, CEO of Zenith, was in town for the occasion. To view more, please click the link : zenith.watchprosite.com ... more

Beverly Hills , Calif. – October 27, 2011 – Zenith's rich tradition of creating timepieces that helped explorers plot their adventures at sea lives on in the design of its modern day line of Captain watches. Beginning this month, a new limited edition Captain, clad in deep blue Pacific Ocean hues, will be sold exclusively at Westime boutiques in Southern California.   Zenith Launches Limited Edition "Captain Winsor" Annual Calendar Chronograph Exclusively at Westime ... more

It goes without saying that visual grazers of this website who are chock full of horologic “opinion, passion and information” have a high standard when making watch purchases for themselves.  Sometimes it’s about the brand – the so called Jaegers, Pateks, Audemars Piguets and Langes.  Other times an in-house movement or exquisite finishing dictates the decision.  Whatever the reasons, it isn’t a mystery what a Purist would buy for himself.  A more challengin... more

Last week, Mr Jean-Frederic Dufour, CEO of Zenith, was in town and together with his Singapore Team hosted two gatherings to meet up with some watch enthusiasts. To view more about the watches and the gatherings, please click here for the first part of the post.             ... more

A chimney towering over Le Locle From almost everywhere in Le Locle one can spot a huge brick chimney that seems to tower over the whole town. This chimney has been standing there for more than a 100 years and belongs to the Zenith Manufacture. Pondering the beauty of this industrial monument one would hardly guess how eventful the past century was for the people working under the roofs of the numerous buildings belonging to the Manufacture. And while for some of the other watch manufacturers, af... more

At a recent event at Westime Beverly Hills, Team PuristSPro had the opportunity to speak with Mr. Jean-Frederic Dufour, global CEO of Zenith.  Founded in 1865 by Georges Favre-Jacot in the Swiss mountains of Neuchatel, the manufacturer has had a noted history of innovation, precision, and reliability.  Most known for the El Primero self winding movement, Zenith produced a high frequency chronograph which resulted in accurate timing.  Mr. Jean-Frederic Dufour took the reigns of Zenith on June ... more

Last month, Zenith had a tea media event in Singapore at the new Fullerton Bay Hotel.   Mr Jean-Frédéric Dufour, President and CEO of Zenith was in town to meet and touched base with the press members with Ms Vivian Lee, Zenith Brand Manager - Singapore and Malaysia, and Ms Cyndy Lim, General Manager of LVMH Watch & Jewellery, Singapore & Malaysia.Some pieces of this year models were showcased and the biggest treat was the piece on Mr Dufour's wrist, the new ZENITH Christophe Colomb.(For... more

Dear watch collectors, dear ZENITH aficionados, 2011 looks set to be another stellar year for Zenith, as we are both delighted and proud to be joining PuristSPro.com forums.Communication is key to success in the 21st century, and I see this direct link with people passionately interested in watches as a major asset. We plan to share a broad range of aspects relating to our company: its 146 years of history, its legendary watches, the saga of El Primero and of course some of the other 500 diffe... more

At a recent event at Westime Beverly Hills, Team PuristSPro had the opportunity to speak with Mr. Jean-Frederic Dufour, global CEO of Zenith.  Founded in 1865 by Georges Favre-Jacot in the Swiss mountains of Neuchatel, the manufacturer has had a noted history of innovation, precision, and reliability.  Most known for the El Primero self winding movement, Zenith produced a high frequency chronograph which resulted in accurate timing.  Mr. Jean-Frederic Dufour took the reigns of Zenith on June ... more