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ZENITH unveils a new three-hand watch with a high-frequency movement

• The Chronomaster Solo Sport is powered by a version of the brand’s El Primero 5 Hz / 36,000 vph automatic movement. • A Geneva Watch Days launch, it is available in four dial / bezel versions combinations. • Three references feature the date; one does not. • They feature a stainless steel case and integrated bracelet.

What is the new ZENITH Chronomaster Solo Sport?

The Chronomaster Solo Sport is a new three-hand watch powered by a version of ZENITH’s renowned El Primero movement. The four references are housed in a stainless steel case with an integrated bracelet.

“Crafted as a three-hand watch for everyday versatility, the Chronomaster Solo Sport brings together two defining pillars of ZENITH’s watchmaking expertise: high-frequency precision and distinctive design. Preserving the legendary El Primero high-frequency identity, the watch emphasizes cadence, precision, and the unique sensation of time on the wrist, while translating these technical qualities into a timepiece suited to modern daily wear.”

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What are the four dial and bezel versions?

ZENITH Chronomaster Solo Sport.
Image: Polished black ceramic dial with a black unidirectional rotating ceramic bezel and no date. Notice the “shark tooth” minute scale. It is inspired by historical watches from the brand. It is The ceramic bezel also features luminescent material.

Sunray-finished white ceramic dial / black unidirectional rotating ceramic bezel (right on header image).

Polished black ceramic dial / black unidirectional rotating ceramic bezel.

Polished brown ceramic dial / brown unidirectional rotating ceramic bezel. (middle on header image).

The above three references feature a date window at 3 o’clock.

Polished black ceramic dial / black unidirectional rotating ceramic bezel. (left on header image and pictured above). Features white lettering to distinguish it from the reference with date, which has red lettering.

This reference does not indicate the date.

The faceted hands and applied hour-markers are coated with Super-LumiNova SLN C1.

What are the case and bracelet features?

ZENITH Chronomaster Solo Sport.
Image: Polished black ceramic dial with a black unidirectional rotating ceramic bezel with date. The red lettering contrasts well with the black dial, white markings and rhodium-plated elements. Notice the dial pattern, an “exclusive high-frequency pattern built around a repeated 45° Z motif.” The date wheel on the three references are colour matched with the dial, an aesthetically pleasing and thoughtful design touch.

The case of each reference is made from stainless steel, measuring 40 mm (diameter). Dial side and caseback feature a sapphire crystal. Water resistant up to 20 ATM or approximately 200 metres.

The watch is fitted with a three-link stainless steel integrated bracelet. It features the brand’s ZENCLASP™ folding clasp featuring an integrated micro-adjustment system.

Is the movement a descendant of the brand’s historic El Primero?

ZENITH Chronomaster Solo Sport.
Image: Polished brown ceramic dial with a brown unidirectional rotating ceramic bezel. I like the colours of this reference.

Yes. Each reference is powered by El Primero 3620, a high-frequency automatic movement that drives the hours, minutes, seconds with a stop-second function and date (and the same movement is used in the non-date reference). It comprises 219 parts and 27 jewels, beats at 5 Hz or 36,000 vph and delivers a power reserve of approximately 60 hours. The movement features a silicon escapement and a bi-directional star-shaped open worked automatic winding rotor.

What do we think?

ZENITH Chronomaster Solo Sport.
Image: Sunray-finished white ceramic dial with a black unidirectional rotating ceramic bezel.

The Chronomaster Solo Sport is an excellent versatile everyday watch. Deceptively simple, a closer look at its dial reveals the phenomenal movement that powers it. Its El Primero pedigree and accessible price point will make each reference a bestseller for the brand.

Additional Details

Name: Chronomaster Solo Sport

Reference: 03.5000.3620/69.M5000 – White ceramic dial / white ceramic bezel

Price: Swiss Franc (CHF) 9,900

Reference: 03.5000.3620/22.M5000 – Black ceramic dial / black ceramic bezel

Price: Swiss Franc (CHF) 9,900

Reference: 03.5001.3620/72.M5000 – Brown ceramic dial / brown ceramic bezel

Price: Swiss Franc (CHF) 9,900

Reference 03.5000.3620/21.M5000 – Black ceramic dial / black ceramic bezel (no date version)

Price: Swiss Franc (CHF) 8,900

International Warranty: Two years, extendable to an additional three years by registering on the brand’s website. The latter is applicable for watches purchased from January 1st, 2022.

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Zenith will be exhibiting at the seventh edition of Geneve Watch Days, being held during 2nd–6th September 2026. Please click here to learn more.