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Zenith El Primero
Reference A3817 · Stainless Steel
The lowest current ask for the Zenith El Primero (ref. A3817) is $6,450 at Analog Shift, among 4 live listings we track. The auction record is $17,100 (Phillips Hong Kong, 2024). Updated July 4, 2026. View lowest ask →
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About this reference
The Zenith El Primero A3817 was produced in 1971 with a total production run of approximately 1,000 units. Collectors prioritize this reference because it combines the tonneau-shaped stainless steel case of the A384 with the tri-color sub-dial aesthetic of the A386. It houses the high-frequency caliber 3019 PHC automatic chronograph movement. A distinguishing technical feature is the presence of a blue sub-seconds track with a pyramid-style scale, which is unique to this specific reference. On the secondary market, prices typically range from $12,000 to $20,000 depending on the condition and the presence of the original Gay Frères ladder bracelet. A notable production detail is that the A3817 is one of the rarest of the original 1969-1971 El Primero references, often considered a transitional design between the brand’s early experimental cases and its most recognized dial configurations.
Auction track record
1 documented sale since 2024. Top hammer $17,100 at Phillips Hong Kong in 2024. Median hammer: $17,100.
Ranks #18 of 33 Zenith auction lots we track — see all Zenith records.
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All documented hammer prices
For this reference (and close variants).
| Lot | Year | Hammer | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| A3817 · El Primero | 2024 | $17,100 | Phillips Hong Kong |
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