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The Zenith Calibre 135 Observatoire Limited Edition is a surprising masterstroke
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The Zenith Calibre 135 Observatoire Limited Edition is a surprising masterstroke
In what might well be one of the greatest power trios watchmaking has seen, Zenith has teamed up with the incomparable Kari Voutilainen and the auction powerhouse of Phillips watches for a very special watch that celebrates Zenith’s history of precision timekeeping.
Together they have come up with the Zenith Calibre Observatoire Limited Edition, a series of 10 watches to be sold exclusively by Phillips. At first blush, these watches seem fairly unassuming, a 38mm platinum case with a black matte dial and silver dial furniture in the style of a mid-century dress watch. Ticking away inside is a special calibre that isn’t just inspired by the golden era of watchmaking; it’s a part of it.
Around this historically significant calibre, the platinum case, and historically inspired dial has been crafted, all presented in a walnut box based off the cases Zenith’s chronometry calibres were transported in.
Tech Specs
Zenith Calibre 135 Observatoire Limited Edition
Movement: Historic calibre 135, manual, 2.5 Hz, approximately 40 hours of power reserve
Function: Hours, minutes, small seconds
Case: 38mm, platinum, 3 ATM water-resistance
Strap: Black calfskin with white gold pin buckle
Price: CHF 132,900
Availability: Limited to 10 pieces, available exclusively from Phillips