Description:
Ebel is a historic brand founded in 1911, but it gained particular cultural significance under the leadership of Pierre-Alain Blum, from the late 1970s through the 1990s. During that period, while the watch industry was facing the quartz crisis, Ebel managed to stand out by introducing innovative models with significant impact, successfully combining refined design with strong mechanical credibility.
Among the most notable creations of this era were Ebel’s automatic chronographs powered by the legendary Zenith El Primero. Rather than relying on modular constructions, Ebel chose the high-frequency, fully integrated El Primero caliber, a choice that significantly elevated the brand’s standing in the luxury sport segment.
The present example from the Ebel 1911 Chronograph collection features a stainless steel and yellow gold case with the bezel secured by the brand’s signature exposed screws. The silvered dial with applied Roman numerals and tri-compax chronograph layout is both elegant and well balanced, complemented by a discreet date display. A defining hallmark is the integrated two-tone “wave” bracelet, whose fluid, undulating links create a seamless extension of the case and provide exceptional comfort.
Overall, the watch is preserved in excellent condition, making it a particularly appealing example from Ebel’s golden era.