Le Locle, August 26th, 2025 – A fragment of the universe, beating with time. ZENITH takes its most iconic modern chronograph to new heights, or rather, to new realms, with the introduction of the CHRONOMASTER Sport Meteorite. Fusing cutting-edge chronometry with celestial beauty, this latest evolution of the CHRONOMASTER sport brings an extraterrestrial allure to a watch already celebrated for its performance and precision.
Winner of the 2021 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève "Chronograph" prize, the CHRONOMASTER Sport is a bold expression of ZENITH’s unrivalled expertise in high-frequency automatic chronographs. Distinguished by its 1/10th of a second precision, it stands as a benchmark in contemporary watchmaking. Now, with a dial crafted from an actual meteorite, it becomes a poetic reminder of time’s cosmic scale.
Each dial begins its journey millions of years ago in the void of space, before arriving on Earth and ultimately at the heart of ZENITH’s workshop in Le Locle. Meticulously hand-finished to reveal the unique Widmanstätten pattern, a naturally occurring geometric structure formed by the slow cooling of molten iron in space, the grey meteorite dial is never replicated, never repeated. Against this galactic canvas, ZENITH’s signature tri-colour counters in silver, light grey, and anthracite provide a harmonious contrast, each detailed with a circular azuré finish. Applied baton-style hour markers and hands, treated with C1 Super-LumiNova, ensure legibility in any light. A discreet date window at 4:30 completes the display. Encased in a 41mm stainless steel case with a sleek, contemporary silhouette and pump-style pushers, the CHRONOMASTER Sport retains the DNA of the legendary 1969 A386 model. Its black ceramic bezel, graduated over 10 seconds, offers both durability and precise readability. The polished and satin-brushed surfaces elevate its sporty-chic aesthetic, while water resistance up to 10 ATM ensures everyday resilience.
At its core beats the El Primero 3600, the latest generation of ZENITH’s legendary chronograph calibre. With a 5 Hz (36,000 VpH) frequency and a silicon escape wheel, it enables the chronograph hand to make a complete rotation every 10 seconds, capturing elapsed time to the nearest tenth of a second. Its 60-hour power reserve and stop-seconds mechanism deliver reliability and precision. Through the sapphire caseback, the movement reveals its refined architecture, including a blue column wheel, horizontal clutch, and openworked rotor adorned with the ZENITH star.
The CHRONOMASTER Sport METEORITE is presented on a robust integrated steel bracelet with brushed and polished links, fastened by a double-folding clasp. An additional black rubber strap with matching clasp is included for added versatility.
Once a Japan-exclusive, the CHRONOMASTER Sport METEORITE is now available worldwide, exclusively through ZENITH boutiques (in-store and online) and authorized retailers.
ZENITH: THE HEART OF WATCHMAKING
Founded in 1865 in Le Locle, Switzerland, ZENITH has been at the forefront of Swiss watchmaking for over 160 years, driven by a pioneering spirit and a relentless pursuit of precision. As the first vertically integrated Swiss watch manufacture, ZENITH has continuously revolutionized horology by developing and manufacturing in-house movements, most notably the El Primero, the world’s first automatic chronograph calibre launched in 1969, renowned for its unparalleled precision and high-frequency performance.
ZENITH’s timepieces celebrate its dedication to innovation and exceptional craftsmanship. The CHRONOMASTER collection highlights the brand’s mastery of high-precision chronographs, the DEFY showcases technical innovation and bold design, while the PILOT collection celebrates ZENITH’s storied aviation legacy with distinctive, adventure-ready timepieces. This unwavering commitment to precision has been recognized with an unparalleled 2,333 chronometry prizes, underscoring ZENITH’s enduring legacy of excellence. The calibre 135, having won most of those prizes went through a modern re-engineering integrating up-to-date technical solutions and materials. ZENITH decided to give it a new home in its newly introduced G.F.J collection. Throughout its history, ZENITH timepieces have accompanied pioneers who dared to dream big and achieve the extraordinary: from Louis Blériot’s historic flight across the English Channel to Felix Baumgartner’s record-breaking stratospheric free-fall jump. This daring spirit continues to drive the Maison as it redefines the future of Swiss watchmaking. Celebrating over a century and a half of excellence, innovation, and purpose, ZENITH remains at the forefront of Swiss horology, empowering those who challenge conventions and strive for greatness.
From Le Locle to the world, from 1865 to now, ZENITH is the heart of watchmaking.
CHRONOMASTER SPORT
Reference: 03.3120.3600/76.M3100
Key points: Date indication at 4:30, Stop-second mechanism, Automatic El Primero column-wheel chronograph able to measure and display 1/10th of a second, 1/10th of a second indication on the ceramic bezel, Increased power reserve of 60 hours
Movement: El Primero 3600
Frequency: 36,000 VpH (5 Hz)
Power reserve: 60 hours
Functions: Hours and minutes in the centre, small seconds at 9 o'clock, date at 4:30, 1/10th of a second Chronograph:
- Central chronograph hand that makes one turn in 10 seconds
- 60-minute counter at 6 o'clock
- 60-second counter at 3 o'clock
Finishes: New star-shaped oscillating weight with satined finishings.
Price: 16’900 CHF / 18’300 Euros / 17’500 USD
Material: Stainless steel with black ceramic bezel
Water resistance: 10 ATM
Case: 41mm / Thickness : 13.6 mm / Lug to lug : 47 mm
Dial: Meteorite
Hour markers: Rhodium-plated, faceted and coated with SuperLuminova SLN C1
Hands: Rhodium-plated, faceted and coated with SuperLuminova SLN C1
Bracelet & Buckle: Stainless steel bracelet with folding clasp. Additional black rubber strap included.
