enith watches was started in 1865 by a young watchmaker who was only 22 at the time called Georges Favre-Jacot. It started in Switzerland where it still remains today. Throughout the years Zenith has won many awards for precision timekeeping and its watches are noted for their precision as well as their craftsmanship.
Probably the most famous watch produced by Zenith is the El Primero which is still a popular model today and originated in 1969. At the time automatic chronographs were still in development and it was one of the very first to come onto the market. Other notable Zenith watches collections include the Captain, Chronomaster, Class Elite and Heritage. Zenith produces all of its own movements in keeping with its philosophy of quality and precision.
From Zenith (which, btw, has done enough right as of late) is the Christophe Colomb.
Some just watches draw your attention: this is one of them. From Zenith (which, btw, has done enough right as of late) is the Christophe Colomb.........
Grey or black flat band for Platinum cases... a recent discussion?
Within the last few weeks there was a discussion here about SOMEONE looking for a semi-matte flat band in grey or black with white stiching and an exposed edge to mimic the original Hamilton band. If anyone knows where that thread was, PLEASE feel free to move my post whereever it belongs. Someone was looking for a band very similar to those that came on a few rare platinum cases in the 20s and 30........
Hamilton Crystals
Were all vintage Hamiltons assembled with a glass crystal? Did any come out of the factory with an acrylic or plastic crystal?I see vintage Hamilton watches on e-bay that have a "original reproduction" plastic crystal or an "NOS" plastic crystal.Just wondering what was really original for Hamiltons or if it varies by model.........
Longines Lindbergh
Anyone have a Lindbergh that they can post thoughts and pictures of? Details! And I want to see the briefcase please!........