Announced in January 1969, Zenith housed the first incorporated automatic chronograph movement named El Primero. The high-beat caliber is notoriously running at 36'000 vph, ensuring increased time-measuring accuracy and an unmatched ability to break seconds down. The first gold El Primero watches to see light were produced in small batches, making them difficult to find in today's market.

The present El Primero ref. G583 is one of them, produced with approximately 350 pieces only, the reference was available in a variety of dial configurations. Sporty and classy at the same time, the yellow gold model wears with extreme comfort thanks to its slim profile.

For connoisseurs that have a soft spot for vintage chronographs, this present G583 will certainly catch your attention. Absolutely beautifully preserved timepiece, the case retains its factory finishing and bevels. Its lugs are sharp with fine satin-finishes that have developed a charming patina on its yellow gold surfaces where only possible by the passage of time. The silver shine on the dial contrasts harmoniously with the gold accents of the hour markers and hands, while its luminous material have all uniformly aged into an attractive warm yellow.

Turning over the watch, its remarkable condition is confirmed by an instant gratification of its blue layered of protective ‘zapon’ perfectly protecting its case number and hallmarks. An exquisite timepiece from the 70s which retains its Zenith hang tag, this is a great chance to acquire a wonderful specimen from the era.