Zenith is renowned for its precision and innovation, especially the El Primero series, the world's first high-frequency automatic chronograph.
1865, Founded in Le Locle, Neuchâtel, Switzerland
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2005 Zenith El Primero Port Royal V
Brand

Zenith

Series

El Primero Chronograph

Catalogue Reference

Port Royal V - 01/02.0451.400

Production Year

2005

Movement Type

Automatic (Self-Winding)

Style

Dress Watch

Date
A feature that displays the current day of the month, typically in a small window on the dial, commonly placed at the 3 o'clock or 6 o'clock position.
Automatic Chronograph
A chronograph watch powered by automatic (self-winding) movement, featuring both timekeeping and the ability to measure elapsed time with a stopwatch function.
Case
Diameter

40 mm

Thickness

11 mm

Material

Stainless Steel

Water Resistance

Water Resistant

Finishing Details

Polished

Bezel

Without

Crown Type

Push/Pull

Crystal

Sapphire

Caseback

See-Througth Caseback

Dial
Color

Black

Dial Markers

Arabic with Sticks

Finishing Details

Detailed Subdials

Luminiscent Indexes

Hands and Markers

Calendar

Date display between 4 and 5 o'clock position

Bracelet
Material

Stainless Steel Links

Buckle Type

Folding Clasp

Width

20 mm

Color

Grey

Zenith caliber El Primero 400
The Zenith El Primero 400Z is a renowned automatic chronograph movement known for its precision and innovation. Introduced in the late 1960s, it was one of the first automatic chronograph movements, making it a significant milestone in horological history. The El Primero 400Z operates at a high frequency of 36,000 vibrations per hour (vph), allowing for a remarkable accuracy. This high beat rate is a defining characteristic of the El Primero series and the Zenith chronographs.
Manufacturer

Zenith

Model

El Primero 400

Type

Automatic (Self-Winding)

Frequency

36600 A/h

Jewels

31 (Thirty-One) Jewels

Reserve

50 Hours

Functions

Hours, Minutes, Sweep Seconds, Chronograph, Column wheel, Small Seconds

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