The ZENITH CHRONOMASTER Revival A3818 Cover Girl Carbon marks the latest evolution in an esteemed lineage of craftsmanship and innovation, showcasing ZENITH and Revolution’s continued dedication to horological excellence. This third installment of their collaborative saga embarks on a journey beyond conventional materials, embracing a bold foray into carbon composite construction. This release not only celebrates the technical prowess of ZENITH but also pays homage to an iconic timepiece that first captivated collectors and connoisseurs in the early 1970s. With three monochrome-black limited editions, the Revival A3818 returns to the spotlight, reflecting timeless design merged with avant-garde materials.
Black carbon dial
Central to the allure of the CHRONOMASTER Revival A3818 is its meticulously crafted dial, which deftly combines vintage motifs with cutting-edge materials. The dial’s black carbon surface provides a striking canvas that accentuates the intricate “shark tooth” second track, a hallmark of the original 1971 timepiece. Upon closer inspection, the dial reveals masterful artistry through its interplay of contrasting textures and luminescent details. The distinct pulsometer and tachymeter scales elegantly traverse the outer circumference, offering both functionality and visual depth. Furthermore, the dynamic black-and-white subdials punctuate the composition with a bold yet harmonious arrangement, enhancing readability while upholding a sophisticated aesthetic balance.
The mighty El Primero
Underpinning the poetic artistry of the dial is the technical prowess of the El Primero 400 movement, a veritable marvel in the realm of high-frequency chronographs. This automatic column-wheel chronograph movement, hailing directly from the legendary 1969 El Primero lineage, embodies a harmonious blend of history and precision engineering. Its oscillating weight, adorned with the signature “Côtes de Genève” motif, propels the movement with a cadence of 36,000 vibrations per hour (5 Hz), enabling impeccable accuracy down to a tenth of a second. Comprised of 326 meticulously crafted components, it boasts a commendable power reserve of 50 hours. The deftly integrated functions include central hours and minutes, a small seconds indicator at nine o’clock, and a full suite of chronograph capabilities, all seamlessly orchestrated beneath a sapphire crystal case back that affords a glimpse into the mechanical ballet within.
Carbon composite – the essence of the case
Encasing this mechanical masterpiece is a boldly reimagined 37-mm shell crafted from cutting-edge black carbon composite, a material celebrated for its formidable strength-to-weight ratio and visually arresting weave pattern. This advanced material transforms the watch into an ultra-light embodiment of modern design, offering resilience without sacrificing the elegance of the original tonneau-shaped silhouette. A visual dialogue between past and future is further established with rhodium-plated, faceted hour markers and hands, each infused with Super-LumiNova® SLN C1 to ensure optimal legibility in all lighting conditions. Completing the ensemble, the Revival A3818 is equipped with either a black ‘carbon-effect’ Velcro strap or a black embossed ‘ladder effect’ calfskin strap, both secured effortlessly via quick-release spring bars.
ZENITH Chronomaster Revival A3818 Cover Girl Carbon
In encapsulating the spirit of the ZENITH CHRONOMASTER Revival A3818 Cover Girl Carbon, one is reminded of its unique duality – a tribute to the rich horological heritage of the 1970s while simultaneously pioneering new frontiers in material innovation and technical refinement. This juxtaposition underscores ZENITH’s unwavering commitment to its guiding ethos: to inspire individuals by crafting timepieces that transcend the conventional boundaries of watchmaking. As a limited edition series, each iteration of the Revival A3818 offers collectors not merely a watch but an enduring narrative of design evolution, precision, and avant-garde artistry, firmly positioning itself as a quintessential piece for connoisseurs and enthusiasts alike.
