Zenith El Primero El Primero Chronomaster 42 Rose Gold / Silver / Rubber

Reference 18.2043.400/69.R576

About this watch

The Zenith El Primero Chronomaster 42 is a stunning blend of beauty, functionality, and prestige. With its exquisite rose gold case, reliable movement, and versatile design, it’s hard to find fault with this timepiece. The chronograph function operates seamlessly, allowing you to time events with precision. At the heart of this watch lies the Zenith caliber El Primero 400B, boasting a remarkable frequency of 36,000 vibrations per hour and a 50-hour power reserve. The rubber strap adds comfort for all-day wear, making it suitable for various occasions. With a water resistance rating of 100 meters, you can wear the El Primero Chronomaster without worrying about it getting damaged by splashes or brief immersion in water. This timepiece is renowned for its chronograph functionality and elegant design, making it one of the standout models in the Zenith lineup.
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Key Features

  • 42mm Rose Gold Case
  • Zenith Caliber El Primero 400B Movement
  • Sapphire Glass
  • 100m Water Resistance
  • Rubber Strap
  • 50-hour Power Reserve
  • Column Wheel Chronograph

Specifications

Brand
Zenith
Family
El Primero
Model
El Primero Chronomaster 42 Rose Gold / Silver / Rubber
Reference
18.2043.400/69.R576
Movement Features
  • Hours, Minutes, Small Seconds
  • Date
  • Chronograph, Column wheel
Case
Rose Gold 42mm
Dial Color
Silver
Crystal
Sapphire
Water Resistance
100

Current Listings

[WTS] 2020 Zenith Defy El Primero 21 Skeleton Chronograph 49.9000.9004/78.R582 – Full Set – $7,300 Shipped

2020 Zenith Defy El Primero 21 Skeleton Chronograph 49.9000.9004/78.R582 – Full Set – $7,300 Shipped

A high-performance chronograph showcasing Zenith’s innovative 1/100th-of-a-second movement, housed in a lightweight titanium case.

  • Condition: Excellent
  • Case size: 44mm
  • Case material: Titanium
  • Movement type: Automatic chronograph (El Primero 21, 1/100th second)
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Feb 21, 2026, 12:07 PM
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[WTS] Titanium Zenith Defy El Primero 21 Skeleton Box & Papers

Titanium Zenith Defy El Primero 21 Skeleton Box & Papers

The Zenith Defy El Primero 21 Skeleton is housed in lightweight titanium, featuring an open-worked skeleton dial and the in-house El Primero 9004 movement.

  • Condition: Great Pre-Owned condition with light signs of wear
  • Material: lightweight titanium
  • Movement: in-house El Primero 9004
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Feb 20, 2026, 11:29 AM
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[WTS] Brand New Zenith Chronomaster Original Reverse Panda El Primero Chronograph | 03.3200.3600/21.C903 | Full Zenith warranty | Price reduced

Brand New Zenith Chronomaster Original Reverse Panda El Primero Chronograph | 03.3200.3600/21.C903 | Full Zenith warranty | Price reduced

This brand new Zenith Chronomaster Original Reverse Panda model has been discontinued by the manufacturer and comes with a full 2-year warranty.

  • Condition: Brand new, never used
  • Warranty: 2-year
  • Shipping method: USPS Registered Mail
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Feb 20, 2026, 8:04 AM
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[WTS] Zenith El Primero Chronograph - 2025 Serviced w/Extras

Zenith El Primero Chronograph - 2025 Serviced w/Extras

Zenith - 20-0010.420 · $3,350
This is a Zenith El Primero Chronograph, serviced in 2025 and comes with various extras.

  • Case Diameter: 38mm
  • Lug Width: 20mm
  • Lug To Lug: 45mm
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Feb 17, 2026, 7:30 AM
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[WTS] Zenith El Primero Chronomaster Sport – 41mm – Black/White Dial – 2023 – $6,200

Zenith El Primero Chronomaster Sport – 41mm – Black/White Dial – 2023 – $6,200

The Zenith El Primero Chronomaster Sport is a pre-owned watch with a black and white dial, featuring an automatic movement and a chronograph function. It has a stainless steel case with a sapphire crystal and water resistance up to 100m.

  • Condition: Good to Excellent
  • Case Size: 41mm diameter
  • Case Thickness: 13.6mm
  • Case Material: Stainless Steel (Polished Finish)
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Feb 16, 2026, 5:27 PM
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[WTS] Like New Zenith El Primero Chronograph Full Open Skeleton Ref 03.2081.400/78.C813 FULL SET PRICED TO FLY!

Like New Zenith El Primero Chronograph Full Open Skeleton Ref 03.2081.400/78.C813 FULL SET PRICED TO FLY!

This is a fun Zenith El Primero chronograph with a full open skeleton dial, showcasing the incredible movement. It's essentially new, having only been tried on and kept in its original AD set.

  • Condition: Like New
  • Case size: 42mm diameter
  • Movement type: Automatic El Primero cal 400 chronograph movement
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Feb 15, 2026, 8:28 PM
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[WTS] GORGEOUS 18K Gold Zenith El Primero Flyback Grande Chronomaster XT Ref 35.1250.4009 COLLECTOR SET!

GORGEOUS 18K Gold Zenith El Primero Flyback Grande Chronomaster XT Ref 35.1250.4009 COLLECTOR SET!

Zenith - 35.1250.4009 · $15,850
This stunning Zenith El Primero Flyback Grande Chronomaster XT is a beautiful example of watchmaking artistry. Featuring an intricate off-white dial with silver accents and guilloche work, this 18k gold watch exudes luxury and sophistication. With its sleek 43mm case, automatic chronograph movement, and sapphire crystal, this timepiece is sure to turn heads.

  • Condition: Mint, appears to be lightly worn due to age of the watch and case material
  • Case size: 43MM diameter
  • Movement caliber: El Primero automatic chronograph cal 4009
  • Rotor material: 22K gold
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Feb 15, 2026, 5:05 PM
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[WTS] Zenith Defy El Primero Sunray Blue Extreme Diver FULL SET Ref 95.9601.3620/51.I301

Zenith Defy El Primero Sunray Blue Extreme Diver FULL SET Ref 95.9601.3620/51.I301

A modern iteration of the Zenith Defy El Primero diver, featuring a unique blue starry sunray pattern on its dial. The watch is powered by an iconic automatic cal 3620 CS movement and comes in a 42.5MM titanium case.

  • Condition: Pre-owned, appears mint
  • Case Size: 42.5mm diameter
  • Movement Type: automatic cal 3620 CS
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Feb 15, 2026, 12:20 PM
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[WTS] Zenith Chronomaster Original “El Primero” 38mm, OEM Deployant Strap & New OEM Bracelet

Zenith Chronomaster Original “El Primero” 38mm, OEM Deployant Strap & New OEM Bracelet

A 2023 Zenith Chronomaster Original with a blue leather deployant strap and an OEM Zenith bracelet.

  • Condition: Like new, shows little to no signs of wear
  • Case size: 38mm
  • Strap type: Zenith blue leather deployant strap
  • Bracelet included: Yes, OEM Zenith bracelet (full links)
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Feb 13, 2026, 9:39 AM
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