The Zenith Chronomaster Sport Now in Titanium

Zenith introduced the Chronomaster Sport collection in 2021, pushing a slightly more modern direction for the collection alongside the more heritage driven Chronomaster Original watches. The black ceramic bezel paired with white and black dial options proved a popular move for the brand, propelling the Chronomaster to popularity with an entirely new generation of enthusiasts. We’ve witnessed a variety of follow up releases into the Chronomaster Sport collection in the years since its release, including gem set precious metal references, but never a titanium option. That changes today with the release of the Chronomaster Sport titanium. 

The newest member of the Chronomaster Sport collection uses the same 41mm case design now rendered in grade 5 titanium. This one even ditched the ceramic bezel in favor of a full titanium piece that’s been engraved with the tachymeter scale. The warm gray metal gets a near uniform brushed finish with polished chamfers to define the edges. It’s a color scheme that continues onto the dial as well, with a gray sunbray base hosting three overlapping subdials that range from light, to slightly darker gray, lending to the overall monotone vibes of the watch.

The near uniformity in color and texture feels intentional here as a way to lean into the titanium, and sets this example apart from the rest of the collection at a glance. While the watch could be seen as a bit one-note visually, legibility is aided by the use of black inserts within each of the hour markers, and down the center of the hour and minute hands (apart from the lumed center), making for a somewhat under-the-radar tone that embraces practicality thanks to the reduced weight and focused feature set. 

The material may be new to the collection, but the movement remains the same, with the high frequency El Primero 3600 taking residency within, providing 1/10th of a second timing capabilities via the chronograph. The star-shaped oscillating weight visible through the caseback has also received a new finish and design. 

Zenith has done well in pacing the evolution of the Chronomaster Sport, and titanium is a material that makes a lot of sense here. I would welcome additional colorways in this material, as the monotone nature of this initial release won’t be for everyone. The integrated rubber strap option places the watch in a slightly more utilitarian light as well, which is a healthy approach for a watch like this. The Chronomaster Sport is still finding its foundation  (in my mind, at least), and this watch is a step closer to understanding its aspirations. 

The Zenith Chronomaster Sport Titanium is priced from $11,300 on a rubber strap with titanium deployant clasp, and $11,800 equipped with the full titanium bracelet. We’ll have hands-on impressions of this one coming soon. Zenith