Zenith – Calatrava Style (1950s) Swiss Iconic Heritage • Jumbo 36 mm Case • Vintage Character & Patina A beautiful expression of classic Swiss watchmaking, this vintage Zenith Calatrava-style dress watch from the 1950s combines understated elegance with the mechanical prestige of one of Switzerland’s most respected luxury maisons. With its rare jumbo 36 mm chromed case, refined silver dial with warm patina, and timeless small-seconds layout, this watch delivers both presence and authenticity on the wrist. Technical Details • Brand: Zenith • Model: Calatrava Style – Small Seconds • Era: 1950s • Case: Chromed case, jumbo 36 mm • Crystal: Acrylic glass • Dial: Silver dial with beautifully aged patina, applied gold-tone indices and numerals at 12 & 6, small seconds at 6 o’clock • Water Resistance: Untested • Movement: Swiss mechanical Zenith movement • Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds • Strap: Generic leather strap, fits up to 21 cm wrist • Condition: Grade B – visible signs of age and normal wear • Box & Papers: Generic box Story & Heritage Founded in 1865, Zenith has always been synonymous with fine Swiss horology and precision engineering. Long before the legendary El Primero chronograph, Zenith was already crafting elegant dress watches that embodied balance, refinement, and mechanical excellence — and this 1950s Calatrava-style model is a perfect example. The jumbo 36 mm chromed case is particularly desirable, as most dress watches of the period were much smaller. It offers a confident yet refined wrist presence. The silver dial has developed a striking natural patina, including light crackle-style aging that gives the watch huge vintage character — the kind of originality collectors truly appreciate. Applied gold-tone markers and numerals at 12 and 6 enhance the classic look, while the small-seconds register at 6 o’clock reinforces its heritage as a precision timepiece. The caseback is stamped with its serial reference, confirming authenticity. Honest wear is visible on the case and dial, consistent with respectful use and decades of life — while the watch remains dignified, elegant, and full of history. Inside beats a Swiss mechanical Zenith movement, representing the quality and reliability that built the brand’s global reputation. This Zenith is ideal for collectors who value true vintage soul, untouched originality, and refined Calatrava-style design — a timeless Swiss classic with presence, heritage, and charm. Express Delivery Via UPS Express Internal Reference Number - EUG 49