Hidden Gems | Zenith Chronomaster El Primero Revival Manufacture Edition | Crown & Caliber

As Mark has demonstrated in a variety of ways, a Hidden Gem can mean any number of things. The Zenith Chronomaster El Primero Revival Manufacture Edition is probably the most literal example of such, yet: having literally been hidden away in an attic with no guarantee of reemergence. Learn how, and why, on this episode of Hidden Gems.
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[@janihellberg6911]

For me, this is the best story in watchmaking. I really liked that most of the video was about the story and not just the watch.

[@CrownandCaliber]

Thank you, the watch is a looker but honestly it was an excuse to tell the story -Mark

[@vishalkalra2431]

What a beautiful story! Huge respect to the legend Charles Vermot for his foresight!

[@yashara1e]

You are a master story teller

[@kevinbutler1968]

I got the A386 manufacture revival in March and it is truly a beautiful watch.

[@CrownandCaliber]

Good taste, I think it is the best looking El Primero -Mark

[@danielharyanto6713]

@@CrownandCaliber dont forget about a384 revival.. a384 was the first watch to use legendary el primero 3019phc movement. Very classic watch

[@OlafSota]

This story is so amazing that I had to listen to it twice!

[@CrownandCaliber]

Now that is a compliment, thank you -Mark

[@nestorarodriguez2845]

Extraordinary and interesting story. You are a great story teller! Thank you!

[@CrownandCaliber]

Thank you, thank you -Mark

[@BowlOfSalmon]

Djees these videos are the hidden gems. Great stuff!!!!

[@septseptsept6246]

I’ve heard and read this story a thousand times, but you tell it better than anyone. A master storyteller is what you are, my friend! BTW I own the watch, and another 38mm tricolor EP for the Summer, on steel bracelet. It is fascinating, I agree.

[@IceDree]

Man! I didn't know that part of the El Primero story. Much respect to Charles Vermot.

[@waterfordrs22]

Much respect and admiration for Vermot.

[@zqgyt.7328]

Beautiful story! My next watch will now be the El Primero!

[@fredericbornesogno4878]

A well-known story, but so well-told it’s a delight to hear it again. As a proud owner of this model, I measure how much it means for the industry each time I wear it.

[@bartmawoussi4816]

I think Mark is following me. I tried on a Tag Heuer Monaco about a month ago, and within a few days, there's a Hidden Gems episode on the Monaco LS. Just today, I tried on Zenith A384 Revival... and here's the Hidden Gems episode. Get out of my head, Mark!

[@CrownandCaliber]

What can I say great minds think alike -Mark

[@BrendanSilent]

throw this and the quartz crisis together and someone more talented than me has a great movie on their hands

[@lancehatch4475]

Such a great story. I've heard it before but never in this detail. Thanks for this one.

[@CrownandCaliber]

Thank you, Charles deserves to have his story told -Mark

[@VinodKumar-nn7go]

What an amazingly beautiful history and Mark described it equally well. I simply loved this!

[@martinjirusek6997]

How come this video has only 5000 views in a month? Great video, great storytelling!

[@davidelliott948]

Great video, Mark!

[@SuperWhofan1]

WOW!! This was the best watch story I’ve heard. You had me hooked like a great movie thriller.

[@Geniusclicks]

Great storytelling! Greater appreciation for the watch.

[@SoobinOh]

I love these hidden gem videos. How are they not viewed more?

[@Whatisallthisfor949]

You’re such a great story teller, we’ll done on another great episode!

[@CrownandCaliber]

Thank you so much, helps when the story is this interesting -Mark

[@libertyv5426]

What an interesting lesson! Thanks!!!

[@andreaiacolina]

This is an incredible and amazing story ❤️

[@leemartin2978]

Nicely done , great story beautifully told 👏

[@tomnewham1269]

Charles Vermont probably saved the Swiss watch industry all together. If Rolex didn’t convert from a tool watch to a perceived luxury watch, the flow on effect to the other Swiss brands may not have happened. I hope Charles Vermont received a large cheque from Zenith because they sure owe him one. In fact the whole industry from dealers to watchmakers owe him for what the industry is today.

[@CrownandCaliber]

They took him out to a nice dinner and gave him a watch, I think we all owe him a little more appreciation -Mark

[@garyforeman1022]

Great episode.

[@zakariabelhaji7750]

That was a super story telling! You have a real geft Sir. I can feel the passion behind. A real good podcast 👏

[@gregorychants]

Beautifully told and narrated. I am going to Zenith in Le Locle in a few weeks and have reserved this watch... I can't wait!

[@markwalker2995]

Great story. My respect for Zenith had grown 👏

[@richardtan322]

Awesome video, amazing history and stunning watch from Zenith. Not sure if it’s good for them that they are under the radar but it does make the watch obtainable for watch lovers.

[@davidb5720]

Love these videos and stories, so interesting and well put together

[@CrownandCaliber]

Thank you, always hope people enjoy our work -Mark

[@maynardgoff7321]

Don’t forget Ebel’s role in saving the movement. They ordered significant quantities before Rolex did.

[@Mark_Hackman]

From what I understand Ebel was buying the old back stock from a third party, but those Ebel watches are what got the attention from Rolex.

[@ralphplazachesmarhomes]

Thank you for sharing such a Great story. I have never own a Zenith but have always admired them. I was shock listening how an American company almost destroyed this legend watch company. Maybe is time for me to search for one “El Primero” to my collection.

[@antoniovarillas4290]

Awesome story, new details I didn’t know about

[@masqueman01]

Mark, awesome video! ❤😊

[@davidobrien9362]

What a STORY, WOW, the man had true belief in his work, he should have a statue in front of Zenith "maison", seriously,.

[@davebudd1429]

What a great video, thank you!

[@EssentialOrigami]

That’s an amazing story! Thank you 😁

[@BenNS1971]

Incredible story!

[@siddhesh]

Please consider doing a Hidden Gem video on Seiko...There is some great history behind King Seiko vs. Grand Seiko rivalry...Plus how they kicked a** at the Swiss Chronometer championships (not sure of the official name)... Also, given Seiko revolutionized (disrupted) the watch with the first Quartz movement, is there a Quartz Seiko which is a hidden gem for horophiles?

[@emkay2903]

Bravo!

[@jonathanng2403]

The best episode 😁

[@Heater-lk7fc]

Mark.. you MUST tell us whats in the glass!!!!!!!!

[@CrownandCaliber]

In this video it is a Balvenie 12 double oak, a bottle in the background changes almost every video, that new bottle is what is in the glass from my personal collection -Mark

[@WeibenWang]

Cool story. I've never heard it told in such depth. But I find it odd that you mention Seiko for quartz, but don't also mention that they also released their first automatic chronograph in 1969. Not to rehash the argument over who was first, but that there was heated competition, and now controversy over who won, is part of the story.

[@Mark_Hackman]

Hard to get all of the story in, wanted to focus on the El Primero (which was shown to the world in Jan. The Seiko in May)

[@frankpentangeli7945]

He did mention it near the start of the video, beginning around 0:43. He also mentioned that Tag Heuer came out with an automatic chronograph the same year.

[@WeibenWang]

You're right. My bad. Though blink and you miss it.

[@robertgreendyke8617]

I mailed you a watch for sale in June, it is now mid August and I have not received payment. It has been over 50 days. I am not the only one. Per BBB website, you've been slow-paying / stiffing people who try to sell watches. Anyone who is considering doing business with these folks, be mindful that they are currently experiencing a lot of issues, and aren't the company they were a few years ago. Their KZbin content is wonderful, but their accounting department and customer service is lacking.

[@danielharyanto6713]

We all can tell that without charles vermot even Daytona wouldnt be the same like it is nowadays

[@danwilson7581]

Great story, great gem watch. Well told, and truly a labor of love for Charles. Please allow me to start a go fund me page to get Mark a shirt!

[@CrownandCaliber]

I take Sid Mashburn gift cards -Mark

[@davidobrien9362]

The watch should be called the Charles Vermot?, at the very, very least.??

[@rasmusjensen8313]

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