Zenith El Primero

[dieguito]

Hi, I'm looking for a good replica of Zenith El Primero Chronomaster. Could you help me to find a dealer?

Thanks.

[dluddy]

There are a lot of us that would love to see a good rep of this but unfortunately there has not been a successful attempt to replicate the El Primero movement nor will there likely ever be.

Trust has a version but it is far from accurate

http://www.tt88time.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=44&products_id=2912

[dieguito]

Thanks Dluddy, the movement of El Primero is really inimitable, but I deceived myself that someone could get near it.

Can you suggest me some alternatives? I don't have great experience in this field. Thamk you.

[Demsey]

How about a nice Vacheron Constantin Moon Phase or Malte Calendar 'dieguito'? I always thought that Zenith looked like it were from the Vach line. Try clicking around some of the recommended dealers' sites with regard.

I'm no expert on Vacheron, but I do know quite a few of the models suffer from 'flaw' to the genuine article. These are rarely seen watches on the street however and their flaws are not screaming 'tells' that they are 'replica'.

Good luck.

[dieguito]

Many thanks Demsey, I'll try to take a look among the dealer list. You have hit the target: I like so much some of VC watches! Have a nice day!

[dluddy]

Here is an example of a nice Vacheron that is similar

http://www.tt88time.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=43&products_id=669

[Demsey]

Exactly D. And another with the same 'pusher' theme to the Zenith;http://www.jpc8118.com/vc10003-chronomoon-phase-white-working-mchronos-pi-3918.html?image=0

Not sure of your expertise level with all this yet 'dieguito', but these Vach with the touted 'Lemania' bi-compax movements (the true identity of that movement is subject of great discussion) are sound with regard. They enjoy a great reputation of being robust and faithful. Although the movement is lacking when applied to a three subdial register, for a 'Moon Phase' complication it is more than well suited.

[dieguito]

Thanks Demsey, you're very kind. It seems to be a good replica and also the movement is beautiful to see through the glass.

The problem is that is my first purchase, and I'm not sure to spend 250-300