Zenith - El Primero Port Royal Ref. 30.0150.418
Port Royal!
In 1969, Zenith launched the "El Primero", the first automatic chronograph caliber. The designation 3019PHC was chosen as the caliber name. The 30 stands for the 30mm diameter of the movement, 1 as chronolgic number of calibers with the same diameter and the 9 as designation for chronographs. The three letters stand for P=Power, H=Hour & C=Calender. For the movements marked PHF and Moonphase, the F most likely stands for "Full" (full calendar).
After Zenith-Movao stopped the production of the El Primero in 1975 due to the quartz crisis, it took almost 9 years until production was resumed in 1984. In the meantime, remaining El Primero movements were sold or used in small special editions.
Such a special edition we can present you today - the Zenith "Port Royal". Launched in 1983 with the base reference 30.0150.418 for the models in 18K yellow gold, 210 pieces were built in 18K with leather strap and only 75 pieces with matching yellow gold bracelet. The version with yellow gold bracelet was built between 1985-1988 under reference 60.0160.418.
Our Zenith presents itself in excellent, almost mint condition. The case has only light wear marks. The hallmarks on the case flank are still visible, as well as the reference engraving at 6 o'clock.
The sandblasted and silvered dial is in excellent condition, as are the hands.
Inside ticks the famous, first El Primero 3019 PHF with 36,000 A/h, date, month and weekday indication as well as moon phase.
The watch is tested by our atelier and comes with 1 year warranty.
Specifications
| Reference | 30.0150.418 |
| Serial No. |
N.A. |
| Year | ca. 1985 |
| Case | 18k gold |
| Bracelet | 18k gold |
| Glass | Saphire |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Dial | Silver |
| Orig. Papers | No / AoT Warranty |
| Orig. Box | No / AoT Box |
| Caliber | 3019 PHF, Automatic |
| Warranty | 1 Year Warranty |
| Zustand | Excellent |
| Shipping | Free insured shipping within Germany |
Our Service
Each vintage watch is individually selected and carefully checked by us. After we purchase a watch, it is mechanically and fully tested and inspected in our watchmaker's workshop. If necessary, the movement will be fully serviced to ensure it meets our high standards.
We will always describe the watch as completely as possible in our sales texts. Our zoomable images are of the highest quality and form an important part of the description of each watch. Therefore, we do not retouch our images. We will never hide or cover up any element of a watch we sell.
One element of our unparalleled service is fully insured courier shipping with personal delivery. Once you receive your watch, we encourage you to inspect it thoroughly. If you are not 100% satisfied, please let us know. We offer a 14-day return policy. Simply return the watch for a full refund.
Our Warranty
We offer a one-year warranty on the mechanical function of the watch from the day of purchase. We do not guarantee the water resistance of (vintage) watches unless expressly stated in writing. Therefore, our warranty does not cover damage to the case and / or movement caused by water or moisture entering the watch. Our warranty does not cover accidental damage or improper handling of your watch and does not cover the bracelet, case parts (including pushers, winding stem, crown and bezel), watch glass, dial and hands.