Zenith product history and timeline explained

History

We will explain the history and timeline of Zenith products. We will explain the products in an easy-to-understand manner, even for first-time users.

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Zenith Timeline

2024	The Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar, equipped with the latest caliber, El Primero, is announced.
2020	The company offers a collection specializing in vintage watches called "ZENITH ICONS."
2017	The Defy El Primero 21 is released.
2009	A watch factory that made a major contribution to the development of Le Locle as a center of Swiss watchmaking has been designated a World Heritage Site.
2003	Chronomaster Open announced.
1999	It was acquired by LVMH and became a subsidiary.
1994	The automatic movement "Elite" is released.
1988	Began supplying El Primero to Rolex.
1969	The world's first high-frequency automatic chronograph caliber, "El Primero," is released.
1967	The chronometer "5011K" is launched, setting an absolute record in high-precision chronometry competitions.
1954	The Caliber 135 is announced.
1911	The company name was changed to "Fabriques des Montres Zenith SA."
1900	Zenith, a movement for pocket watches, is announced.
1888	The "Pilot" trademark is registered, making the company the only manufacturer to use the "Pilot" name on its watch dials.
1865	Georges Favre-Jacole establishes a watch factory in Locle.

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