Along with the automatic three-hand watch of the new Pilot Collection, ZENITH has released a new Pilot Chronograph with Flyback function.
For the Pilot Big Date Flyback Chronograph, ZENITH has developed a new version of its El Primero 3600 calibre.
The Pilot Big Date Flyback comes in two distinct versions, both in a 42.5mm case. The stainless steel version takes a page from one of the most distinguished El Primero Flyback chronographs, the aptly named “Rainbow Flyback”.
The chronograph’s minutes totalizer is done in alternating colours to more easily distinguish between the five-minute marks. The central chronograph seconds as well as the chronograph minutes hands are done in a bright orange tone, another nod to the iconic El Primero Rainbow from 1997.
The black ceramic version comes with luminescent white markers and hands contrasting boldly against the opaline black corrugated dial.
The new El Primero 3652 automatic high-frequency chronograph calibre integrates two functions: the big date and the flyback function. Beyond its easy readability, the oversized date display in the Pilot Big DateFlyback features a next-gen patented compliant mechanism that advances and stabilizes both of the big date’s wheels in less than 0.03 seconds.
Originally conceived for aviators who wore thick sheepskin gloves, the flyback function allows the chronograph function to be reset to zero and restarted by a single push of a button, simplifying the pilot’s operations and offering the possibility to record consecutive times without stopping. The El Primero chronograph calibre with its “artificial horizon” rotor is visible through the display back.
The ZENITH Pilot Big Date Flyback in ceramic is delivered with black and khaki cordura-effect rubber, while the steel version comes with a black cordura-effect rubber strap and a brown leather strap.
All the straps come with an integrated quick-release mechanism for easy swapping without tools.
Technical details
Model: Zenith Pilot Flyback Chronograph with Big Date
Collection: Zenith Pilot
Movement
El Primero 3652, automatic column-wheel chronograph with flyback function
Patented Big Date at 6 o’clock, Instanteanous Big Date jump in 0.007 sec (0.02 for discs jump &stabilization)
Frequency: 36,000 VpH (5 Hz)
Power reserve: approx. 60 hours
Finishes: Special “Pilot artificial horizon” black oscillating weight
Functions
Hours and minutes in the centre
Small seconds at 9 o’clock
Instantaneous Big Date at 6 o’clock
Flyback Chronograph
30-minute counter at 3 o’clock
Model: Zenith Pilot Big Date Flyback Chronograph Black Ceramic Version
Reference 49.4000.3652/21.I001
Case
Material: Black microblasted ceramic
Case diameter: 42.5mm
Water resistance: 10 ATM
Dial
Black with horizontal grooves
Hour markers: Applied arabic numerals in SuperLuminova SLN C1
Hands: Black & white with SLN C1
Bracelet
Comes with 2 straps: Black cordura effect rubber strap and a khaki cordura effect strap
Steel with black PVD coating triple folding clasp
Fully Interchangeable strap system
Price
13,400 CHF
Model: Zenith Pilot Big Date Flyback Chronograph Stainless Steel Version
Reference 03.4000.3652/21.I001
Case
Material: Stainless steel
Case diameter: 42.5mm
Water resistance: 10 ATM
Dial
Black with horizontal grooves
Hour markers: Applied Arabic numerals in SuperLuminova SLN C1
Hands: Black & white with SLN C1
Bracelet
Comes with 2 straps: Black cordura effect rubber strap and a Brown calfskin leather strap
Steel triple folding clasp
Fully Interchangeable strap system
Price
11,400 CHF
