Limited editions for the American market, released for the 250th anniversary of US independence.
In early July, the US will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the country's declaration of independence. In honor of the upcoming anniversary, Zenith has introduced two limited edition Chronomaster Revival models in the colors of the American flag. The reason for the release of these limited editions is that after a trip to the US, Zenith founder Georges Favre-Jacot opened the first fully integrated manufacture in Switzerland.
The design of the new models replicates the A384 model - a watch that is an exact copy of the first El Primero chronograph from 1969. Both models feature angular barrel-shaped cases measuring 37 mm x 12.6 mm, equipped with vintage pushers on either side of the crown.
The watches are available in a steel version with circular brushing on the bezel and polishing on the pushers/crown, as well as in carbon, recognizable by the signature "marble" swirls on the material.
The "panda" style dial features a white lacquered background with contrasting dark blue subdials and a matching tachymetric scale. Red can be seen on the date window and the central seconds hand: alternating red and white stripes on the hand refer to the 13 original US colonies.
The new models are equipped with the El Primero 400 caliber, a direct descendant of the original El Primero caliber. This high-frequency integrated chronograph features a column wheel and horizontal coupling, with automatic winding and a 50-hour power reserve.
The steel version of the Revival Liberty II is limited to 250 pieces. It comes with a steel bracelet inspired by the "ladder" bracelet created by Gay Frères in 1969, as well as a blue rubber strap with a Cordura effect. The estimated price of the watch is $10,600.
The carbon version is limited to 25 pieces and is only available with a blue rubber strap. The estimated price of the watch is $13,400. Both models are available exclusively in the US.