Zenith Compur Chronograph, Ref. 12525

Manual winding, 18k gold oversized chronograph wristwatch circa 1955. Case: 18k gold. Dial: Silvered dial. Hours, minutes, and small seconds. Chronograph functions. Signed. Movement: Manual winding, caliber 166. Condition:  Case is in excellent condition with no pitting. Dial shows some aging with some spotting. Diameter: 46mm, thickness: 12mm. Serial: 804xxx. More about Zenith: This handsome, oversized chronograph was also produced by Universal Genève under the name “Compax.” In Italy, these Zenith chronographs are called “Zenittone” — the “one” suffix indicates a large size — while the Universal Compax is referred to as the “Universalone.”   Zenith and chronographs are often associated with the El Primero movement, but there is another side to the storied watch manufacturer and that particular complication. Zenith was founded in 1865 by Georges Favre-Jacot, but did not officially adopt the brand name Zenith until 1911. Their first pocket chronograph being produced in 1899. However,