Zenith Chronomaster Sport automatic meteorite dial steel bracelet 41 mm

A Fragment of the Universe on the Wrist

In 2021, the Chronomaster Sport won the prestigious prize for Best Chronograph at the GPHG, confirming its status as a contemporary icon. Today, Zenith gives it a new dimension with the introduction of a dial crafted from genuine meteorite. Each piece is unique: the natural Widmanstätten patterns, formed by the slow cooling of molten iron in space millions of years ago, give every watch a singular identity.

On this cosmic canvas, Zenith’s signature tricolor counters – silver, light gray, and anthracite – provide contrast and depth, each enhanced with a circular azuré finish. Rhodium-plated applied indexes and faceted hands, all coated with Super-LumiNova SLN C1, ensure optimal legibility, while a discreet date window sits at 4:30.

Sport-Chic Design and A386 Heritage

With its 41 mm stainless steel case, the Chronomaster Sport Meteorite follows directly in the footsteps of the legendary A386 model from 1969, reinterpreted with modern codes. Its balanced proportions (13.6 mm thick, 47 mm lug-to-lug) and alternating polished and satin-brushed surfaces reinforce its contemporary sport-chic allure.

The black ceramic bezel, engraved in ten-second increments, allows for clear and immediate reading of the 1/10th of a second – a nod to the collection’s obsession with precision. Vintage-inspired pump pushers add a retro touch that integrates seamlessly into the case, while 100-meter water resistance underlines that robustness and elegance are by no means mutually exclusive.

On the wrist, the watch impresses with its integrated steel bracelet, whose polished and satin-finished links ensure optimal comfort and visual flow. A supplementary black rubber strap is also included, offering welcome versatility between urban sophistication and a sportier look.

El Primero 3600: Precision to 1/10th of a Second

At the heart of the Chronomaster Sport Meteorite beats the El Primero 3600 calibre, the latest evolution of Zenith’s legendary chronograph movement first unveiled in 1969. This high-frequency automatic calibre beats at 36,000 vibrations per hour (5 Hz), allowing elapsed time to be measured to the nearest tenth of a second. The central chronograph hand makes a full rotation in just 10 seconds, providing a spectacular and intuitive display.

The calibre 3600 is distinguished by its silicon escape wheel, blue column wheel, and horizontal clutch – hallmarks of reliability and smooth operation. Its extended 60-hour power reserve and hacking seconds mechanism ensure accuracy and practicality for everyday wear.

Visible through the sapphire caseback, the movement reveals a refined architecture: the openworked rotor in the shape of Zenith’s star highlights the brand’s attention to detail and recalls its DNA as a pioneer of high-precision chronometry for more than half a century.

Highlights

The Chronomaster Sport Meteorite is far more than a chronograph: it is a fragment of the universe worn on the wrist. Each dial is absolutely unique, marked by the natural patterns of meteorite, giving every watch an exclusive character and a poetic dimension.

It combines the elegance of contemporary sport-chic design with the heritage of the A386 model, while delivering the ultimate precision of the El Primero 3600 calibre, capable of measuring time to the tenth of a second. Its versatility is enhanced by the inclusion of two bracelets – an integrated steel bracelet and a black rubber strap – enabling effortless transitions from a dressed-up look to a sportier style.

Initially reserved for the Japanese market, this edition is now available worldwide, exclusively in Zenith boutiques and with select authorized retailers. Rare, technical, and poetic all at once, the Chronomaster Sport Meteorite brilliantly illustrates Zenith’s ability to unite watchmaking performance with cosmic beauty.