Zenith El Primero 1205

Ref. 1205A very rare and fine stainless steel full calendar chronograph prototype wristwatch with moon phases and Gay Frères bracelet

Manufacturer: Zenith Year: 1969 Reference No: 1205 Model Name: El Primero Material: Stainless steel Gay Frères Calibre: Automatic, 3019PF Bracelet/Strap: Stainless steel Clasp/Buckle: Folding deployant clasp, stamped 1.69 Dimensions: 38mm. Diameter Signed: Case, dial and movement signed Accessories: With letter from Zenith confirming the production of this prototype in 1969. The letter is dated 29th October 2008.The present “El Primero” is one of only 25 prototypes produced of Zenith’s reference 1205SP with triple calendar and moon phases. Scholarship believes that less than a handful of these watches have survived.This series is powered by Zenith’s calibre 3019PHF and was completed between 1969 and 1970. They are easily recognisable by the star numerals positioned at the 2 o’clock and 10 o’clock positions, adjacent to the week day and month aperture. The present example, preserved in excellent and original condition, still features the original Zenith’s bracelet made by Gay Frères, stamped 1/69. To some this watch belongs either in a museum or in an important private Zenith collection. We believe it could also look stunning on someone’s wrist.