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Old 17 June 2010, 03:19 PM   #1
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I just bought a Zenith!

Finally, after a long search, I managed to find this Zenith that I wanted!

I bought it used, in pristine condition, comes with all sorts of boxes and papers... I couldn't be happier - specially knowing that I only spent "that much" for the watch I wanted...

The Zenith El Primero T-Open with black dial...



I know there are many versions of these, but this one strikes me most.. It's very simple yet it has the open heart beating, gives it a sleek but complicated masterpiece look...

I wish it had date feature on it ( I know they have the grande date version, but I don't really like it, since the date is a large cutout on the top right... and then there's another cutout of the power reserve... I just feel that there's too many empty holes around ).

But no matter... I can always check dates on my mobile phone! Heehehehe..

The croco strap that came with it was a bit dull, so I purchased a black IWC croco strap and it fitted perfectly... I personally liked the IWC croco strap much better as it's softer and thinner, and it wraps around your wrists much better.. But that's just a matter of opinion...

I DO like the new grande date with sun/moon, but... I think the price is a bit steep here, so I'd rather take this one at almost 1/3rd the price of the sun/moon grande date... :D
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Old 17 June 2010, 04:23 PM   #2
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nice watch enjoy !
i have a clas elite 18ct and absolutly love it its a very elegant brand.
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Old 18 June 2010, 12:01 PM   #3
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Great watch ..Congratulations

Great watch ..Congratulations
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Old 18 June 2010, 12:02 PM   #4
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Wow!
Great watch
Great company
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Old 18 June 2010, 01:36 PM   #5
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Nice watch. That is one of my favourite.
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Old 20 June 2010, 05:57 AM   #6
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Thank you for the kind comments guys..
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Old 20 June 2010, 06:16 AM   #7
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Great watch enjoy and wear it in good health
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Old 20 June 2010, 06:32 AM   #8
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Fantastic watch.

Every Rolex WIS should own a Zenith along with a SpeedyPro.

My current Zenith, a 44mm Grand Class E.P, on my wrist as I type.

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Old 20 June 2010, 12:20 PM   #9
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Fantastic watch.

Every Rolex WIS should own a Zenith along with a SpeedyPro.

My current Zenith, a 44mm Grand Class E.P, on my wrist as I type.

Couldn't have said it better myself !
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Old 20 June 2010, 09:38 PM   #10
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Congrats--Great looking watch--Enjoy it!
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