299 - Zenith - Captain Automatic Chronometer

Zenith - Captain Automatic Chronometer (*) An extremely rare, very attractive vintage wristwatch with a date display in the eccentric style of the early 1970s—chronometer Cal. 2542PC, Case No. 153D977, Dimensions 37 mm, circa 1970, Origin: Switzerland Case: Steel, screw-down back, folded Zenith/NSA steel bracelet, total length 175 mm. Movement: Automatic. The Zenith Captain is an exceptional vintage automatic watch with chronometer certification. The watch was launched in 1957. The “Space Age”-style case, with its high-gloss polished finish, captivates with its extraordinary appearance and, due to its domed shape, is affectionately known as “la tortue” (the tortoise), as it resembles a tortoise shell. The silver-plated dial features faceted, sparkling steel hour markers. The date window is located between the 4 and 5 o’clock positions, and the hands are made of polished steel with a black insert. The watch is powered by the high-quality Zenith Caliber 2542 PC, an automatic movement with chronometer certification. Case: very good. Dial: very good. Movement: very good, in working order, cleaning recommended. Please note that leather straps made from endangered or protected species—such as alligator, crocodile, or lizard—are used in our catalog or on our website for illustrative purposes only. For customs-related reasons, such straps cannot be shipped outside the EU.