This video will move watch lovers and sound lovers around the world to tears! webChronos' "Discovering the World of Luxury Watches through Sound" series is a 4K video focused on the sounds of timepieces. Enjoy the sounds of the watch while savoring the beautiful movement and the movement of the hands in 4K resolution. Perfect as background music while you work, or as a companion for your after-work drinks. This time, we're featuring a one-hour version of the Zenith Chronomaster Sport, a new model equipped with the latest version of the El Primero movement. Headphones are recommended when watching the video.
Zenith Chronomaster Sports
Filming and editing: Masato Yoshie
Photo courtesy of Zenith Boutique Ginza Tel. 03-3575-5861
"El Primero 2" is installed in a mass-produced model for the first time
El Primero is a legendary automatic chronograph that first appeared in 1969. Since its release, the movement has undergone repeated refinements, and in 2019 it underwent its first major update. The updated El Primero 2, also known as the El Primero 3600, was first installed in a limited edition model in 20, and was finally introduced in a mass-produced model in 21.
This is the Chronomaster Sport we're introducing today. Its highlight is its chronograph seconds hand, which makes one revolution every 10 seconds! While a chronograph seconds hand typically draws its power from a fourth wheel that makes one revolution every 60 seconds, the El Primero 3600's seconds hand rotates at high speed, so it draws its power from the escape wheel pinion and accelerates with an intermediate wheel.
From 1:31 onwards, you can enjoy the slow movement of the escape wheel, intermediate wheel and chronograph runner.
Introduction model overview
Automatic winding. 35 jewels. 36,000 vph. Power reserve approximately 60 hours. Stainless steel (diameter 41mm). Water resistant to 10 bar. Price: 1,060,000 yen (excluding tax).
This 2021 model is equipped with the El Primero 2, also known as the Caliber El Primero 3600. The chronograph draws its power from the escape wheel pinion, and an intermediate wheel accelerates it, allowing the chronograph second hand to complete one rotation in 10 seconds. The bezel, marked with a 1/10-second scale, is made of ceramic. In addition to a white dial model, a black dial model is also available, each with a bracelet and strap.
