1988 Zenith El Primero de Luca ref.01.0040.400 with original box
This Zenith El Primero is a legend. In 1969, the world of watchmaking changed forever with the birth of the El Primero, the world’s first high-frequency automatic chronograph caliber. This line of innovative chronographs is highly coveted by collectors today. Today, it has become a cult item in the ranks of Zenith and vintage chronograph collectors.
This very piece is certainly more recent than the El Primero you are used to discovering at Sabiwatches but it is no less exceptional. Still inspired by the essence of the El Primero, the ref 01.0040.400 was produced in limited edition between 1988 and 1989 for the Italian market only.
Let us introduce you to this nice and clean De Luca Mk1, one of the 375 units produced in 1988, whit its original porcelain white panda dial in excellent condition. We particularly love the dark brown subdials and the rare bracelet, made on an even shorter period than the watch itself. Cherry on the cake, this super cool chronograph comes with its original box.
Details
BrandZenith
ModelDe Luca
Reference01.0040.400
Year1988
Case materielStainless Steel
MovementAutomatic El Primero 400
Diameter40mm
LocationParis
Condition
CaseVery nice condition
DialVery clean, nicely aged tritium
HandsOriginal, nice condition
CrownOriginal, nice condition
BraceletStainless Steel
AccessoriesBox