1950s Rose Gold Zenith Chronograph 156H
Why This Watch Matters
While vintage dress watches are often on the smaller side, this rose-gold chronograph is 38mm in diameter, and that, plus its timeless design, means that it remains as dashing today as it was in the 1950s.
The Full Story
You could almost call this one a Sleeping Beauty, it’s so well preserved. The dial and case show almost no visible signs of the passage of time, and this classic three-register chronograph is, thanks to its amazing condition and slightly larger-than-normal-for-vintage size, immensely attractive. As we always like to mention when we are able to offer a vintage watch in such great shape, the single most important criterion when evaluating a vintage timepiece is its condition, and near-flawless examples like this Zenith will only get harder to find as the years go by. The movement is Zenith caliber 156H – column wheel, lateral clutch – and again, the quality here is absolutely exceptional. The steelwork is all straight-grained with beautifully beveled edges, and like the exterior of the watch, is in a state of preservation we wouldn’t hesitate to call breathtaking, with only some very faint superficial oil stains. If you choose to have it serviced, make sure it’s by a watchmaker who will take the extra care needed to preserve the museum-level condition of the movement. Simply a stunner inside and out.
The Fine Print
Maker: Zenith
Model: Three-register chronograph
Reference: NA
Year: 1950s
Case No: 125XXX/165XX
Material: Rose gold
Dimensions: 38mm diameter; 11mm thickness
Sapphire Crystal: No
Lume: No
Caliber: Manual wound caliber 156H with hour register, a rare version of the 156 movement
Bracelet/Strap: HODINKEE Textured Tan Calfskin Strap
Lug Width: 20mm
Box/Papers: No
What we Love and What You Should Know
This chronograph is in essentially mint condition with clear hallmarks on the side of the case, and sharp lugs. The dial is flawless, with no sign of aging. The pushers are a pleasure to activate and the chronograph movement is in tiptop shape. All components are original, from the blued hands to the correct unsigned crown. It comes on a brand new HODINKEE strap and an unsigned rose-gold buckle.
Why This Watch Matters
While vintage dress watches are often on the smaller side, this rose-gold chronograph is 38mm in diameter, and that, plus its timeless design, means that it remains as dashing today as it was in the 1950s.
The Full Story
You could almost call this one a Sleeping Beauty, it’s so well preserved. The dial and case show almost no visible signs of the passage of time, and this classic three-register chronograph is, thanks to its amazing condition and slightly larger-than-normal-for-vintage size, immensely attractive. As we always like to mention when we are able to offer a vintage watch in such great shape, the single most important criterion when evaluating a vintage timepiece is its condition, and near-flawless examples like this Zenith will only get harder to find as the years go by. The movement is Zenith caliber 156H – column wheel, lateral clutch – and again, the quality here is absolutely exceptional. The steelwork is all straight-grained with beautifully beveled edges, and like the exterior of the watch, is in a state of preservation we wouldn’t hesitate to call breathtaking, with only some very faint superficial oil stains. If you choose to have it serviced, make sure it’s by a watchmaker who will take the extra care needed to preserve the museum-level condition of the movement. Simply a stunner inside and out.
The Fine Print
Maker: Zenith
Model: Three-register chronograph
Reference: NA
Year: 1950s
Case No: 125XXX/165XX
Material: Rose gold
Dimensions: 38mm diameter; 11mm thickness
Sapphire Crystal: No
Lume: No
Caliber: Manual wound caliber 156H with hour register, a rare version of the 156 movement
Bracelet/Strap: HODINKEE Textured Tan Calfskin Strap
Lug Width: 20mm
Box/Papers: No
What we Love and What You Should Know
This chronograph is in essentially mint condition with clear hallmarks on the side of the case, and sharp lugs. The dial is flawless, with no sign of aging. The pushers are a pleasure to activate and the chronograph movement is in tiptop shape. All components are original, from the blued hands to the correct unsigned crown. It comes on a brand new HODINKEE strap and an unsigned rose-gold buckle.
Description
Why This Watch Matters
While vintage dress watches are often on the smaller side, this rose-gold chronograph is 38mm in diameter, and that, plus its timeless design, means that it remains as dashing today as it was in the 1950s.
The Full Story
You could almost call this one a Sleeping Beauty, it’s so well preserved. The dial and case show almost no visible signs of the passage of time, and this classic three-register chronograph is, thanks to its amazing condition and slightly larger-than-normal-for-vintage size, immensely attractive. As we always like to mention when we are able to offer a vintage watch in such great shape, the single most important criterion when evaluating a vintage timepiece is its condition, and near-flawless examples like this Zenith will only get harder to find as the years go by. The movement is Zenith caliber 156H – column wheel, lateral clutch – and again, the quality here is absolutely exceptional. The steelwork is all straight-grained with beautifully beveled edges, and like the exterior of the watch, is in a state of preservation we wouldn’t hesitate to call breathtaking, with only some very faint superficial oil stains. If you choose to have it serviced, make sure it’s by a watchmaker who will take the extra care needed to preserve the museum-level condition of the movement. Simply a stunner inside and out.
The Fine Print
Maker: Zenith
Model: Three-register chronograph
Reference: NA
Year: 1950s
Case No: 125XXX/165XX
Material: Rose gold
Dimensions: 38mm diameter; 11mm thickness
Sapphire Crystal: No
Lume: No
Caliber: Manual wound caliber 156H with hour register, a rare version of the 156 movement
Bracelet/Strap: HODINKEE Textured Tan Calfskin Strap
Lug Width: 20mm
Box/Papers: No
What we Love and What You Should Know
This chronograph is in essentially mint condition with clear hallmarks on the side of the case, and sharp lugs. The dial is flawless, with no sign of aging. The pushers are a pleasure to activate and the chronograph movement is in tiptop shape. All components are original, from the blued hands to the correct unsigned crown. It comes on a brand new HODINKEE strap and an unsigned rose-gold buckle.
