Zenith Launches Exclusive A384 Limited Edition For North America
Especially in watchmaking, details make a difference. Zenith is a brand that has always had a great understanding of this, which they also underscore with the new Chronomaster Revival Liberty. This watch is exclusive to the North American market, and Zenith will only make 150 pieces of them.
The Chronomaster Revival Liberty is a direct descendant of the A384 from 1969. With this watch, Zenith wrote watchmaking history as they launched the first automatic chronograph running at 5Hz, making it capable of measuring elapsed time with 1/10th of a second. When they brought back this iconic piece, they made sure that it’s charismatic tonneau case, with an angular design, was an exact replica of the original from 1969. This was a smart move because not only does this case has a lot of charisma, with its diameter of 37mm, is it also very well proportioned.
With limited editions, it is always the question of what more they bring to the table than the regular collection models, and with the Chronomaster Revival Liberty, that is plenty. As a direct descendent of the original A384 is also the Chronomaster Revival Liberty fitted with an El Primero movement. This automatic caliber has a power reserve of 50-hours and runs at 5Hz, or 36,000 VpH. While it has the same movement as its non-limited siblings, does it make especially an impression with its visual treats. The dial has a slight fume effect to it, being light blue in the center and dark blue at the tachymeter scale. This goes exceptionally well with the white subdials. An extra dash of color is provided by the red colored date and red-and-white chronograph seconds hand. They might be mere details, but they give the Chronomaster Revival Liberty visually a powerful impact. The strap provides the true finishing touch as it is made from textile with a ‘cordura effect’ and red stitching as a visual reference to the date and chronograph seconds hand, while a rubber lining ensures optimum wearing comfort. The Chronomaster Revival Liberty is priced at US$ 8’700 and available for sale exclusively in North America, including on the U.S. digital boutique.
