2023 Zenith Chronomaster Sport Aaron Rodgers Edition 41mm

Here we have a 2023 Zenith Chronomaster Sport Aaron Rodgers Edition 41mm Ref. 03.3117.3600/56.M3100. This watch is a limited run of only 250 pieces worldwide. This watch's design draws inspiration from the legendary gridiron career and personal style of four-time NFL MVP quarterback Aaron Rodgers, beautifully executing a deep green colourway that pays tribute to his iconic team colours. The 41mm stainless steel case curves over your wrist, maintaining the signature squared-off lug profile and flared polished bevels that define Zenith’s premier chronograph architecture. A compact lug-to-lug length of 46.5mm and a sleek case thickness of 13mm provide an incredibly balanced, ergonomic, and commanding wrist presence. Polished and brushed surfaces transition with razor-sharp lines. On the right side, vintage-inspired pump chronograph pushers flank a signed crown adorned with the Zenith star logo. The characteristic fixed bezel is made of deep green ceramic and features an ultra-precise 1/10-second graduation scale. The boxed, cambered sapphire crystal, treated with an anti-reflective coating, sits above a lush, green-toned lacquered dial that delivers a vibrant, high-contrast aesthetic. An outer brushed-metal chapter ring is precisely marked and, for the first time in the collection, complemented by applied, polished Arabic numeral hour markers heavily infilled with Super-LumiNova. The dial retains the brand's classic overlapping triple-register layout executed in three distinctive shades of anthracite, grey, and silver. At 3 o’clock sits a 60-second counter, at 6 o’clock a 60-minute counter, and at 9 o’clock a permanent, running small-seconds register. Positioned cleanly at 4:30, a colour-matched date window ensures effortless daily utility. The central rhodium-plated handset is driven at lightning speed by a white-and-green-tipped foudroyante chronograph hand that sweeps a full 360 degrees around the dial every 10 seconds. On the reverse, a sapphire crystal exhibition case back is proudly laser-engraved with Aaron Rodgers’ personal logo and secures a robust 100-metre (10 ATM) water resistance rating. Inside beats the magnificent Automatic Zenith El Primero Cal. 3600, a high-frequency mechanical masterpiece operating at a blazing 36,000 vibrations per hour (5Hz). Visibly stunning from the back, this 35-jewel lateral clutch movement features a blued column wheel, a full-silicon anti-magnetic escapement, and a new satin-finished star-shaped rotor that reliably replenishes a generous 60-hour power reserve. This highly exclusive reference comes paired with a 20mm integrated three-link stainless steel bracelet, featuring polished centre links, satin-finished flanks, and a signed folding clasp with a safety lock. The watch comes complete with its special autographed Zenith presentation box and paperwork.

This watch is sold with its original Zenith box, signed by Aaron Rodgers, swing tag and paperwork. It comes paired with its 20mm brushed and polished stainless steel 3-link bracelet, secured by a flip-lock deployant clasp; all links are included. The watch is from November 2023 and is in worn condition, but overall it is in very fair condition, as you can see from the photographs. A full case and bracelet refurb can be provided at an additional cost on request. The watch comes with our 12-Months Warranty.

I think this is one of the best-looking Chronomaster Sports Zenith has produced. The deep green ceramic bezel and matching dial work brilliantly with the classic tri-colour registers, and the Arabic numerals give it a slightly different personality from the standard models. What I particularly like is how unobtrusive the Aaron Rodgers connection is. If, like me, you have no real connection to Aaron Rodgers or American Football, it simply doesn’t matter; you can enjoy it as a fantastic green Chronomaster Sport, with the collaboration details kept mainly to the case back and presentation set. Limited to only 250 pieces, powered by that incredible El Primero and, for me, one of the best green Chronomaster Sports you can buy. Snap it up and add it to your collection today!

Reference : 03.3117.3600/56.M3100
Movement : Automatic Zenith El Primero Cal. 3600
Age : November 2023
Year : 2023
Case Size : 41mm
Case Thickness : 13mm
Lug to Lug : 46.5mm
Lugs : 20mm
Condition : Pre-Owned
Box and Papers : Box & Papers
Case Material : Stainless Steel
Warranty : 12-Months Warranty
The wrist model's wrist size is 7inch

Zenith was established in 1865 by the ambitious 22-year-old watchmaking prodigy Georges Favre-Jacot. The company established its manufacturing base in Le Locle, a picturesque town in the Swiss Jura Mountains known for its rich horological heritage. The brand gained international recognition in 1909 when the pioneering French aviator Louis Blériot wore a Zenith watch during his historic flight across the English Channel, marking a significant milestone in aviation history. Zenith's watches have adorned the wrists of remarkable adventurers, including the legendary Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen. He made history by being the first person to reach both the South Pole in 1911 and the North Pole in 1926. As the company approached its centennial celebration in 1965, Zenith’s designers sought to confront the most challenging technological hurdle facing the watch industry: the creation of a self-winding mechanical chronograph movement. Their efforts culminated in the development of the legendary El Primero movement, which was released in 1969. The El Primero, known for its high-frequency escapement and remarkable accuracy, went into production in 1975 and saw a re-issue in 1986. However, the 1960s were turbulent for Zenith due to ongoing litigation regarding naming rights. To navigate through these challenges, the Zenith watch company merged in 1968 with Movado, another respected Swiss brand. This strategic alliance allowed Zenith to leverage Movado’s extensive distribution networks in the United States and stabilise its presence in the market. In 1971, the Zenith Radio Company, which had previously been in conflict with its Swiss counterpart, opted to buy Zenith Watch Company, effectively uniting two entities under the same brand during a challenging period known as the Quartz Crisis. In 1975, Zenith's leadership made the drastic decision to transition entirely to quartz watch production, marking a significant shift in their manufacturing philosophy. This included the controversial decision to destroy all mechanical watch components and blueprints, including those related to the historical El Primero movement. However, thanks to the courageous actions of Charles Vermot, a senior engineer in Zenith’s movement-making department, the company's rich mechanical heritage was saved. Together with a small group of loyal colleagues, Vermot secretly hid the El Primero blueprints and parts in a concealed attic at the factory, preserving them for potential future use amidst the pervasive quartz trend. Vermot’s foresight bore fruit in the 1980s as the market shifted back toward mechanical watches. Prominent brands like Ebel and Rolex reintroduced mechanical chronograph styles, paving the way for Zenith’s revival. The carefully safeguarded El Primero re-emerged as the driving force behind Rolex's hugely successful Daytona series. In 1978, Zenith was acquired from Zenith Radio Company, which is now part of LG Electronics, by Dixi, a company specialising in machine tools based in Le Locle. This transition marked a new chapter for Zenith, which began reintroducing its El Primero-equipped chronograph watches to meet the rising demand for high-end mechanical timepieces. In 1999, Zenith became part of the prestigious LVMH (Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton) group, aligning itself with other luxury brands such as TAG Heuer and Hublot. Even today, Zenith stands out as one of the few Swiss manufacturers that not only produces mechanical watches but also crafts its own movements.