I was really close to buying Zenith El Primero Original 1969 38mm from private seller. Missed out on the opportunity because I waited too long. I hesitated since it was a private seller and was on the fence about the watch. Then another showed up by an overseas dealer. So I decided to jump on it. Went through the email and verification. The watch sold before I could even get the funds together. How in demand is this watch? This watch would have swayed my collection from a one watch for each function theme to a modern icon chronograph theme.

 

Which specific model are you referring too? A3817, A3818....

 

I would think these are readily available? I may be wrong

 

I believe OP means this:

http://www.zenith-watches.com/en_en/el-primero-original-1969-45.html

 

I believe it's the modern 1969 El Primero

 

That makes sense. When I read original I was thinking vintage.

 

These are in demand, though they are quite available if you look

 

Every time I see it available, the watch is sold within 2-3 days.

 

To add. Basically, I thought Zenith is a lesser know brand and more of an niche for enthusiast. Am I wrong. I don't see these often for sale. I do see them on grey market online retailer for more then they are worth though.

 

You can even find them on Ebay from time to time. They sell super fast though.

 

How much do you see them for on Ebay?

 

Like speedmaster101 is there a good source to compare prices