Zenith

Had been asking your views regarding a « dressy casual » chronometer lately. Thanks to all who contributed their thoughts at the time. I finally made up my mind and just received the Zenith A386 manufacture edition last week. Herewith my first impressions...  

Beautiful watch for sure!

Agreed, the watch and its touch of blue is nice. If I recall correctly you also like that color scheme: I remember a earlier post of yours with a PP5130P ? I’m still under its spell and considering it 🤭

Good memory about the 5130P. It is my n1 fav watch and can only recommend it. It is as sensuous as they come! All the best, Alex

Love the color combo, too! This guy right here was my most-worn watch for several years... but I like your version better! ...  

Thanks for the information regarding lateral clutch. I guess I will just keep it running and send it to service when time comes. Life is short and to be enjoyed. Thanks for the speedy reply/info, was about to dive into the literature and look it up. I usu...  

I was pushing the "life is too short" line the other day to someone who loves leather straps, but doesn't wear them in summer because he doesn't want to sweat them up and ruin them. Ruin away! And run that chronograph. These things are meant to serve you,... 

and thank you for sharing a great review. really like this piece, especially the chrono hand which we cant get it in any regular piece. I think this is the closest to A386 we can get and it's not a limited edition, yeaayy enjoy it in great health cheers

A sweet ref. indeed! I took receipt of mine last month & loving it! Re your comment: "the chronometer function itself I’m less sure: the START is rather hard, whereas the STOP and RESET are much smoother. Not sure if one should plan on some “breaking ...