Aquired a Zenith Horodate

I bought a Horodate, i don’t know much about them except it’s the first Zenith Model to have a date function and that they were made with a 106 cal. In Besançon.
Previous owner bought it in 2007 in Lyon, France.
Anybody be able to tell me about this model (possible date?), or how many were made? I’ve seen guesses from a 200-500

Edit: Based off an earlier thread (link below) is the conclusion that these were made as a prototype project or would this be wrong conclusion?

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Aquired a Zenith Horodate

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Slow Chronomaster Sport Fix?

Wear it most of the time. Bought it new and is under warranty. About 18 months old. Regularly set it to the atomic clock. Consistently ran 4 seconds a day slow up until now. Recently after resetting it to the atomic clock it was 6 seconds slow after a few days. After a week it’s 8 seconds/day slow.

Should I try demagnetizing it? If yes, which demagnetizer to buy, or is it best to take it to a reputable watch repair? Watch seller is not local.

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Zenith gets little respect

In my opinion, Zenith is one of the best watch brands because of the in-house El Primero movement. One would think that Zenith would be held in high regard and have a very good resale value, however when compared to other brands like JLC, Breguet, Blancpain, Vacheron Constantin, and even many fashion brands, the resale value just isn’t there.

I am beginning to believe that the resale value of watches has nothing to do with the quality of the in-house movement or watchmaking workmanship. It…

Zenith gets little respect

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Thoughts on Zenith Defy Revival A3642?

Hey all,

The Zenith Defy Revival A3642 is on my radar. The red dial looks amazing. I also think the gray dial (which some say it is brown?) is also attractive.

I’d appreciate any input from members who own/owned this model, EG how easily does it scratched, what is the precision of your movement, etc.

I like the unique case shape, and this would be my first Zenith. Admittedly, the step ladder bracelet does not appeal to me much so I will probably put it on a leather or rubber…

Thoughts on Zenith Defy Revival A3642?

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