Zenith x Revolution Chronomaster Revival A3818 Cover Girl Carbon

Zenith and watch magazine Revolution are pushing the boundaries once again with the latest and final chapter of their Cover Girl trilogy. Following the stainless steel version in 2020 and the titanium model in 2022, the Chronomaster Revival A3818 Cover Girl now appears in ultra-light, high-modulus carbon fiber, weighing just 55 grams. This bold, modern take on the classic El Primero design features a striking carbon case and a matching ladder-style bracelet, marking one of the most daring Zenith collaborations to date.  

Inspired by the rare 1971 A3818 "Cover Girl," which gained fame after appearing on the cover of Manfred Rössler’s book, this new version retains the iconic shark tooth dial but reimagines it in carbon fiber. The case, pushers, and crown are all crafted from aerospace-grade forged carbon, offering superior strength, shock resistance, and durability. These components are first forged into solid carbon blocks and then precisely machined at Zenith’s manufacture.  

The dial preserves its vintage charm while integrating modern materials. The shark tooth racing track, along with the double pulsometer and tachymeter scales, remains intact, now enhanced with luminescent coatings. The classic A3818 handset and the 4:30 date window also make a return. Powering the watch is the renowned El Primero Calibre 400, operating at 5Hz and capable of measuring time to 1/10th of a second. A domed sapphire crystal and a titanium PVD-coated caseback complete the structure, ensuring both robustness and lightweight comfort.  

For strapping options, the watch comes standard with a Velcro strap infused with textured carbon fiber elements. However, an ultra-exclusive batch of 10 pieces is also available with a forged carbon ladder-style bracelet, inspired by the iconic Gay Frères design, adding only 4 grams to the total weight.  

Limited to 150 pieces on a strap and just 10 pieces on the carbon bracelet, the watch is not only a collector’s dream but also contributes to a good cause—Zenith and Revolution will donate 5% of proceeds to the Los Angeles Fire Department.