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Bought another watch...Vintage Zenith Cal 126

New Addition: Zenith Caliber 126

I recently bought a Zenith Caliber 126, a vintage dress watch featuring a sub-dial for seconds. Here’s a quick overview of my purchase:

Purchase Details

  • Price: $450 + $20 shipping
  • Condition: Looks a bit beat up, but I'm hopeful it's authentic and in decent working order.
  • Expected Arrival: In about a week. I’ll post pictures once I’ve examined it further.

Why Zenith?

I considered a Nomos Tangente, but there’s something about the Zenith that really speaks to me. Perhaps it’s the vintage appeal, or maybe I’m just embracing a classic style as I get older!

Movement Specs

Zenith Caliber 126

  • Variants:
    • Cal 126: Base model
    • Cal 126-5: Indirectly driven second hand
    • Cal 126-6: Features antishock
    • Cal 126-5-6: Combines both indirect second hand and antishock
  • Beats: 18,000 bph (5 beats per second)
  • Production: A fairly common, reliable movement known for its durability.

Serial Number / Age Estimation

The serial number on the movement can help estimate its age:

  • 4,000,000 = 1952
  • 4,700,000 = 1958
  • 6,000,000 = 1965

I’m excited to add this piece to my collection! I’ve reached a satisfying number of watches for now, and I look forward to seeing how this vintage Zenith complements my current lineup.




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