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Zenith Pilot Type 20 Chronograph Extra Special Bronze

29.2430.4069/57.C808 Archive · used only

The Zenith Pilot Type 20 Chronograph Extra Special Bronze is a discontinued pilot watch with a bronze (grade not stated) case. It measures 45.0 mm across, and is water resistant to 100 m. Inside is the Zenith El Primero 4069 automatic chronograph movement, with 50 hours power reserve. Complications: Chronograph, Date. Brand origin: Switzerland. No longer offered new; listed here as an archive reference for the used market.

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Reference
29.2430.4069/57.C808
Type
Pilot
Price
–
Case diameter
45.0 mm
Thickness
–
Lug-to-lug
–
Water resistance
100 m
Weight
–
Origin
Switzerland
Movement
Automatic chronograph
Caliber
Zenith El Primero 4069
Power reserve
50 hours
Complications
Chronograph, Date
Material
Bronze
Grade / type
Bronze (grade not stated)
Colour
–
Hardness
–
Construction
Assembled
Surface treatment
–
Caseback
Titanium
Nickel-free
Not verified (clasp or buckle material not confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
Nubuck strap with titanium pin buckle
Matching bracelet
–
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
No
Dial
Blue, oversized SuperLumiNova numerals
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Availability
No longer offered
Status
Discontinued in the 2023 Pilot relaunch
Medium confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: Maker / Watch Collecting Lifestyle Maker / listing ↗
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Frequently asked questions

What is the case material of the Zenith Pilot Type 20 Chronograph Extra Special Bronze?

The Zenith Pilot Type 20 Chronograph Extra Special Bronze has a bronze (grade not stated) case with a titanium caseback. It is recorded at medium confidence pending a maker-stated material.

What size is the Zenith Pilot Type 20 Chronograph Extra Special Bronze?

It is 45.0 mm in diameter, and water resistant to 100 m.

How much does the Zenith Pilot Type 20 Chronograph Extra Special Bronze cost, and is it available?

It is no longer offered new; the guide keeps it as an archive reference for the used market.

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