Zenith AutoSport Luxe 28800

Today when one thinks of a vintage Zenith piece, the first thing that comes to mind is the El Primero chronographs. But other than its chronograph pieces, Zenith was also busy creating other sports models, taking cues from 1960s and 1970s design.

This example is another creation by the manufacturer that is simply a workhorse type piece perfect for everyday wear.
The case measures 36 mm across, but the vertically elongated tonneau-shape is 40mm from top to bottom; the lugs and this shape certainly create quite a presence on the wrist.
The dial is uncomplicated with legibility in mind, but with the little quirkiness of the date being at four. Keeping in line with Zenith’s legacy as a movement maker, the watch is fitted with a self-winding caliber 2562PC, which is a high-beat movement with great performance that was used in the Defy and Respirator models from the same era.

The two-tone blue/white dial makes this sporty watch very funky. Condition is exemplary, as it came out of a boutique in the 1970s and arrives complete with its original clasp.