The G381 was among the first gold models designed to house the El Primero calibre after its launch in 1969 and is considered the gold counterpart of the iconic A386. It has the same round case, decimal and tachymeter scales. It was produced in multiple small batches from 1969 to 1972, totaling 1’000 pieces.
3019 PHC
Automatic
Hours and minutes in the centre
Small seconds at 9 o'clock
Chronograph:
- Central chronograph hand
- 12-hour counter at 6 o'clock
- 30-minute counter at 3 o'clock
Tachymetric scale
Date indication at 4:30
38mm
18-ct Yellow gold
In 1969, ZENITH forever changed the world of watchmaking with the unveiling of the El Primero, the world’s first automatic high-frequency chronograph calibre. But it wasn’t only the movement that was groundbreaking. The watch models that were equipped with the revolutionary calibre were also lauded for their contemporary and singular designs, which continue to inspire and fascinate watch aficionados and discerning collecters 50 years later.
Opt for an online-exclusive and more environmentally friendly packaging option.
For any purchase made through our e-commerce website, you can benefit from 3 additional years of warranty and a first complementary service.
Shop with a personalized experience provided by our Concierge team