The world of watchmaking has always been about finding the perfect balance between technical mastery and timeless beauty, and Zenith has once again hit that mark with impressive precision. Founded in 1865 by Georges Favre-Jacot, Zenith has earned its reputation through precise chronometry and innovative breakthroughs, most notably the El Primero, one of the first automatic chronograph movements ever made. With this legacy as its base, the brand continues to create timepieces that marry its history with today.
The new Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar in rose gold exemplifies that philosophy beautifully. Revisiting one of its most treasured complications, the triple calendar, Zenith has integrated its renowned chronograph heritage and showcased it all within a warm, luxurious rose gold case. The result is a watch that feels both steeped in tradition and remarkably contemporary, a companion designed for those who value the elegance of classic complications combined with the confidence of modern design.
It’s not just about function—it’s about style, presence, and the quiet prestige that comes with wearing a watch from a maison that has spent over 150 years at the heart of Swiss horology. The Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar in rose gold is Zenith’s way of reminding the world that tradition and innovation can walk hand in hand, and when they do, the outcome is nothing short of extraordinary.
Highlights:
- Classic Chronomaster design upgraded with a black dial and rose gold accents.
- Powered by the legendary El Primero 3610 automatic movement with triple calendar and moonphase.
- Transparent sapphire caseback displaying the blue column wheel and open rotor with Zenith’s star.
- Priced at $26,300 and available from April 24th at Zenith boutiques, online, and authorized retailers worldwide.
- Brand: Zenith
- Model: Chronomaster Original
- Reference: 18.3400.3610/21.C911
- Diameter: 38 mm
- Thickness: 14 mm
- Material: 18-CT Rose Gold
- Dial Colour: Black with rose gold-coloured accents
- Calibre: El Primero 3610 automatic
- Power Reserve: 60 Hours
- Water Resistance: 5 Bar ( 50 metres, 165 feet )
- Price: USD $26,300
The Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar doesn’t shout for attention; it commands it with quiet confidence. Its 38 mm rose gold case remains true to the proportions of the 1969 original, hitting that perfect balance between vintage charm and modern wearability. Slim lugs, polished surfaces, and a well-balanced silhouette make it the kind of watch that slips effortlessly under a cuff but shines brilliantly when it catches the light.
This design is so compelling in how it connects Zenith’s history with its current vision. The black dial with rose gold accents offers modern elegance, while the tri-colour registers pay tribute to the brand’s pioneering El Primero chronographs of the late 1960s. By blending these historic elements with contemporary finishing, a more refined case, and practical complications, Zenith shows that it isn’t just reissuing icons — it’s reinterpreting them for today’s collectors. The Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar proves that tradition and innovation can coexist beautifully in one watch.
The Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar features the El Primero 3610 calibre, a movement that proudly upholds Zenith’s legacy in the present day. Operating at 5Hz (36,000 vibrations per hour), it provides chronograph accuracy to a tenth of a second—something Zenith pioneered in 1969 and still sets the standard for today. It serves as a reminder that, while design trends change, true watchmaking innovation remains timeless.
What makes this piece even more captivating is the way it manages its complications. The triple calendar display—day, month, and date—fits smoothly into the dial without appearing cluttered, while the moonphase at 6 o’clock adds a poetic touch to an otherwise technical layout. Turn the watch over, and you’re rewarded with a view of the movement through its exhibition caseback, where the openworked rotor bearing the Zenith star and the finishing details demonstrate the maison’s blend of tradition and modern elegance. With a 60-hour power reserve, it’s as practical as it is beautiful, designed for those who want complexity without sacrificing clarity.
At the back, the El Primero calibre is on full display through a sapphire crystal window. Its integrated architecture is clearly visible, featuring a striking blue column wheel and an open rotor engraved with Zenith’s signature five-pointed star. This level of detail reminds you that this isn’t just a watch, but a work of mechanical artistry. El Primero y solo — a fitting nod to the movement that has carried Zenith’s name to legendary status.
The Zenith Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar in rose gold features a supple leather strap with a matching rose-gold clasp, offering both security and elegance. Priced at $26,300, it is positioned precisely where you’d expect for a timepiece that combines Zenith’s historic expertise with contemporary refinement.
You can purchase one starting April 24th at Zenith boutiques, online, and through authorized retailers worldwide.
