1950s Zenith Cal.135 "Chronometre" Rare Engrave Screw-back With Black dial

Manufacturer	ZENITH
Model	Chronometer
Year of Manufacture	1950s
Reference no.	---
Product no.	B-10658
Price

Manufacturer

ZENITH

Model

Chronometer

Year of Manufacture

1950s

Reference no.

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Product no.

B-10658

Price

Manufactured in the mid-1950s
Equipped with the renowned Zenith Caliber 135 movement, a manual-winding chronometer movement.
It has a rare engravable screw-back waterproof case.
The case back is engraved with "ZENITH CHRONOMETRE/SHOCK&WATER PROTECTED/NON-MAGNETIC☆STAINLESS STEEL," emphasizing its practicality and unique features.
The watch boasts a precious black dial with intricate details, such as wedge-shaped indexes and a pearl-drop finish on the minute track, enhancing its luxurious appearance.

Additionally, it mentions that the Zenith Caliber 135 is considered one of the best among the best, with 11,000 units produced between 1948 and 1962. The watch has gained significant attention and is even being sold in limited quantities for a high price, with a recent listing at approximately 132,900 Swiss Francs (about 18 million Japanese Yen) by Phillips auction house.

Item details

Serial no.	9,297,***
Caliber	135
Movement no.	4,663,***
Movement type	Manual winding
Material	Stainless Steel
Case size	36.5mm
Case type	Screw back Water-resistant

Dial	Original
Type of Indices	Applied marker
Belt	non Original ( between lugs: 19mm) / GF Type-2
Evaluation case	93％
Evaluation dial	95％
Evaluation mov	95％
Condition	4.5
Rarity	5

Other details

Case: Minor scratches and age spots, but still retains original shaping and engraving on the back.

Dial: Very clean with no visible scratches or stains. It also retains an iridescent oil film on the surface.

Movement: The movement is well wound and has an accuracy of around 20 seconds per day.