Zenith El primero A384 “Panda Tropical Dial" with Gay Frères Ladder BraceletThe Zenith El Primero movement was introduced in 1969 as the worlds first integrated automatic chronograph movement. This ref. A384 uses the Calibre 3019 El Primero movement with a date feature, housed in one of the most iconic sports cases of the 1970s. The case is in great condition and features pump pushers and an oversized winding crown. The panda dial includes sub dials and a tachymeter ring that have aged beautifully to a tropical chocolate hue,

- Rolex inner and outer boxes

plexiglass

A truly special touch here is how the dial has gradually transitioned to a warm champagne hue over time—a beautiful and unique patina

- Vetta Oversized Chronografo

- Record Genève Triple Date Moonphase Chronograph

A copy of the ledger page mentioning this exact watch will be included in the sale—a rare piece of documentation that further cements this watch’s historical importance

It perfectly reflects Rolex’s philosophy of form following function: no complications

- 18kt Yellow gold case 27x35mm

Rumor has it that only about a 100 of these were made

It comes on a well-preserved Tudor Oyster bracelet

The matte “peach”-toned dial is particularly elegant

a name given by collectors due to the wide nature of the hour markers and hands