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Zenith El Primero
Reference A3818 · Stainless Steel
The lowest current ask for the Zenith El Primero (ref. A3818) is $6,450 at Analog Shift, among 4 live listings we track. The auction record is $17,700 (Phillips Hong Kong, 2020). Updated July 4, 2026. View lowest ask →
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About this reference
The Zenith El Primero A3818, nicknamed the "Cover Girl," was produced between 1971 and 1972 with a total production run of approximately 1,000 units. Collectors prioritize this reference for its blue sunray dial featuring a "shark tooth" scale, which includes vertical sub-dial markings and a tachymeter integrated into the minute track. It utilizes the high-frequency El Primero 3019 PHC automatic chronograph movement housed in a 37mm stainless steel tonneau-shaped case. On the secondary market, vintage examples typically range from $15,000 to $25,000 depending on condition and the presence of the original Gay Frères ladder bracelet. A notable production detail is its appearance on the cover of Manfred Rössler’s book on Zenith, which solidified its nomenclature. In 2020, Zenith released a modern revival edition in collaboration with Revolution & The Rake, limited to 100 pieces, which maintains high resale value.
Auction track record
1 documented sale since 2020. Top hammer $17,700 at Phillips Hong Kong in 2020. Median hammer: $17,700.
Ranks #17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| A3818 · El Primero 'Cover Girl' | 2020 | $17,700 | Phillips Hong Kong |
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