NEW Zenith Chronomaster Open Watch

 

Zenith - Timing Masters Open

On the occasion of the Watches and Wonders event, Zenith presents the latest generation of the Chronomaster Open, a chronograph that showcases its high-frequency balance wheel through a large dial opening.Zenith Chronomaster Sport 18.3101.3600/69.M3100

Introduced in 2003, the Chronomaster Open El Primero marked the first time in watchmaking history that a chronograph with a partially open dial to reveal the regulator and escapement.

More than a simple facelift, the new Chronomaster Open aligns with the new design norms of the Chronomaster range, somehow positioned between the classic Chronomaster Original and the sportier Chronomaster Sport.

The iconic tri-colour dial configuration remains a unique design element, thanks to the black peridot crystal element at 9 o’clock, which acts as a readable sub-dial, while the silicon star escapement can be seen. This is completely different from the previous generation Chronomaster Open.

Instead of using an applied "frame" like previous versions, Zenith swiss replica watches opted for a rounded opening with chamfered edges for a more modern and understated look.

Water-resistant up to 10 ATM (100 meters/330 feet), the case is 39.5mm in diameter, with slimmer lugs, more pronounced polished edges, and pump pushers.

Available in three versions: stainless steel with white (ref. 03.3300.3604/69) or black dial (ref. 03.3300.3604/21), with steel bracelet or corduroy-effect rubber strap, and rose gold-white dial with blue Version with corduroy-effect rubber strap (ref. 18.3300.3604/69).

The El Primero 3604 1/10th of a second automatic chronograph movement is a modified version of the 3600 that debuted in the Chronomaster Sport, visible through the back of the sapphire display, with an open bottom plate and bridges for better visibility of high-frequency 5 Hz escapement with lubricant-free silicon escape wheel and pallet fork.Breitling Professional Cockpit B50

The self-winding mechanism with the open star-shaped rotor provides a power reserve of 60 hours.

Zenith Updates Chronomaster Open Watch

Following the breakthrough success of the Chronomaster Sport less than two years ago, Zenith is now introducing the all-new Chronomaster Open for Watches & Wonders in 2022. ​​Now the previous Chronomaster iteration has outlived the update, and the updated version has it all - a new smaller case, and of course the 1/10th of a second El Primero movement.

Brand: Zenith
Model: Chronomaster Open
Size: 39.5mm
Water resistance: 100 meters
Case Material: Stainless Steel/Rose Gold
Movement: El Primero 3604 Automatic
Strap/Bracelet: Stainless Steel Bracelet/Leather

The previous generation Chronomaster Open (view it here) was 42mm in size and was equipped with the El Primero 4061 movement. This new updated model shrinks the case size to a more wearable and modern 39.5mm width, and uses the new El Primero 3604 Automatic aka 1/10th of a second movement that has proliferated recently in the Zenith collection.

In addition to the new case and movement, the "open" part of the dial is implemented in a different way and, in my opinion, looks better. The new Chronomaster Open does not do away with the small seconds dial at 9 o’clock, but retains the classic three-colour chronograph layout with a new perspective on the silicon star escape wheel. I think it looks fresher and more modern, without that "dig out" look that can turn some people off with this type of watch.

The new Zenith Chronomaster Open replica watches for sale will be available in three versions, two with a stainless steel bracelet and with a black or white dial.