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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 was a 45 mm bronze pilot watch with a Zenith El Primero 4069 automatic movement. With a 50-hour power reserve, only two of the 32 other mechanical bronze pilot watches with a stated reserve run longer. It is no longer made, so this page is a reference for buying one used.

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

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

The case is bronze (grade not stated). The guide has not yet confirmed it on the maker's own page. The caseback is titanium.

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

The case is 45 mm across. It is 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 made, so the only way to buy one is used.

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