For 2018, Zenith revives its popular 1960s Cairelli model with the Pilot TIPO CP-2 FLYBACK. It comes in a choice of bronze or aged stainless steel and with a range of stylish modifications and it’s destined to delight collectors.
The HERITAGE CRONOMETRO TIPO CP-2, affectionately referred to by collectors as the ‘Cairelli’ watch, belongs to the lineage of legendary chronographs that have earned the status of exceptional timepieces in both military and watchmaking history.
The original piece, a military chronograph created throughout a decade from the mid-1960s on, was commissioned by the Italian Army through the Italian dealership A. Cairelli in Rome. ‘CP’ stands for cronometro di polso (wrist chronometer). In recent years, the 2,500 units produced by Zenith in the 1960s for the Italian armed forces have fetched sky-high prices on the vintage market.
The new Pilot TIPO CP-2 FLYBACK is equipped with a cutting-edge automatic El Primero column-wheel chronograph with flyback function, a revival of the famous Cairelli model from the 60’s, it’s designed for intrepid adventurers, both male and female.
The new watch features faceted arrow-shaped hands designed to ensure perfect readability even in tough conditions; a bezel enabling reliable and accurate handling; and easily accessible and responsive pushers.
Sized at 43mm, the watch is powered by a high-precision movement, the trademark TIPO CP-2 dial comes with running seconds and minute counters at 9 o’clock and 3 o’clock respectively.
New for 2018
For 2018, there’s a version turned out in bronze with a matching bronze grained dial and brown oily nubuck leather strap with protective rubber lining. And there’s a second version in aged stainless steel, designed to appeal to those with an affinity for the world of motorbikes, and sports. It’s a sober slate grey grained dial with green oily leather strap with protective rubber lining. Both straps are finished with a titanium pin buckle for total security, while the case backs are with a transparent sapphire crystal enabling the owner to have a look at the beautiful El Primero 405B version of the movement, beating to the rhythm of 36,000 vibrations per hour, and bringing the convenience of automatic winding with a 50-hour power reserve.
The Zenith Cronometro Tipo CP-2 retails at $7,700 and is a limited edition of 1,000 numbered pieces. It is available in stores now.
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