Founded in 1865 in Le Locle, Switzerland,ZENITH has been at the forefront of Swiss watchmaking for over 160 years, driven by a pioneering spirit and relentless precision. As the first vertically integrated Swiss manufacture, it revolutionized horology with in-house movements like the El Primero, the world's first automatic chronograph. ZENITH's timepieces celebrate its dedication to innovation and exceptional craftsmanship. Celebrating over a century and a half of excellence, innovation, and purpose, ZENITH remains at the forefront of Swiss horology,empowering those who challenge conventions and strive for greatness. From 1865 to now, ZENITH is the heart of watchmaking.
Zenith is a luxury watchmaker and was founded in Switzerland in 1865 by Georges Favre-Jacot. Zenith is famous for being one of the first vertically integrated watchmakers and is known for its high precision impressive movements.
Zenith struggled during the Quartz crisis but went through a resurgence when Rolex started using the Zenith El Primero movement in their chronograph watches. LVMH eventually purchased the Swiss watchmaker in 1999 for just under $50 million.