Zenith Port Royal El Primer Port Royal 36 V 03.0550.4021 Full set

In the throes of the 1960s, a fierce rivalry unfolded as four prominent brands vied to unveil the world’s first self-winding chronograph wristwatch. Heuer and Breitling joined forces, garnering support from Hamilton, Buren, and Dubois-Depraz, while Zenith and Seiko embarked on solitary endeavors. By the dawn of 1969, all four contenders had birthed chronograph wristwatches with automatic winding capabilities, each achieving this milestone in a spectacular fashion. Heuer’s Caliber 11, Seiko’s 6139, and Zenith’s El Primero showcased accurate and reliable movements, laying the foundation for diverse line-ups of illustrious successors.

Fast forward to the present, and the Port Royal V emerges as a bold departure from the classic El Primero formula, opting for a modernist reinterpretation. Its distinctive feature lies in the geometry of the case, echoed by the vertical texture adorning its silvery dial. The faceted case, characterized by polished bevels and strips of smooth hairlines, captures attention with its dynamic architecture. Diagonally-aligned applied indices and a subtle power reserve indicator further enhance its visual allure.

A captivating peek into the engineering marvel within is offered by the Open Heart aperture, inviting exploration of the venerable caliber 4021. This beautifully finished certified chronometer movement operates at an impressive 36,000 vibrations per hour, harmonizing with the celestial cadence once pondered by Aristotle (a cue for the curious minds to indulge in a quick Google search).

Our offering is in excellent condition and comes in a full set of boxes and papers.