- Limited edition
- NEW
To mark its 160th anniversary and celebrate its dedication to watchmaking excellence, ZENITH presents a timeless classic powered by an extraordinary movement. Named after the initials of Georges Favre-Jacot, the G.F.J. is an elegant and refined piece that brings the legendary caliber 135 back to life, the most award-winning movement from the golden age of observatory chronometry competitions.
A Tribute to 160 Years of Watchmaking Excellence
To celebrate 160 years of horological passion, Zenith unveils an exceptional creation: the G.F.J. – Calibre 135, a commemorative timepiece limited to just 160 pieces. Named after Georges Favre-Jacot, the visionary founder of the Manufacture, this watch pays homage to Zenith’s legacy of precision while embracing refined modernity.
A Legendary Movement
At the heart of this timepiece lies the iconic Calibre 135, one of the most accurate movements ever made. It famously earned five consecutive first prizes at the Neuchâtel Observatory Chronometry Competition between 1950 and 1954. Reimagined today with COSC certification, the movement now offers a 72-hour power reserve, optimized gear train geometry, and a double arrow-shaped regulator for highly precise adjustments.
Refined, Noble Design
The 39 mm platinum 950 case is a study in elegance, featuring sculpted stepped lugs and a sleek profile. The dial captivates with its depth and materials: a lapis lazuli center, mother-of-pearl small seconds, and a “brick” guilloché outer ring with applied white gold indexes — a nod to the distinctive brick façade of the Zenith Manufacture. Every detail reflects exceptional craftsmanship and architectural inspiration.
Exquisite Finishing
The movement is finished to the highest standards, with hand-applied anglage, guilloché bridges, and updated components to enhance reliability and accuracy. The watch is delivered with a dark blue alligator leather strap and a platinum pin buckle, alongside additional calfskin leather straps. A platinum bracelet, designed in vintage style, is available upon request.
Between Heritage and Innovation
A true collector’s piece, the Zenith G.F.J. is a limited edition watch that embodies Swiss horological excellence, blending timeless tradition with contemporary sophistication.
Specifications






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Brand
- Zenith
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Reference
- 40.1865.135/51.C200
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Condition
- New
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Country of manufacture
- Switzerland
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Warranty
All of our watches and jewelry are covered by an effective warranty for a minimum of two years. This can be extended depending on the brands and products purchased on our site. For any question concerning the conditions relating to our guarantees: hello@lepage.fr
- 5 years
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Launch year
- 2025
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Gender
- Unisex
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Must-Have / Essentials
- Limited edition, New
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Case material
- Platinum
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Water Resistant
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50 m
50 m - 5 ATM : La montre ne peut pas être portée sous l'eau ni pour nager ni pour se doucher. Au risque d'abîmer le mécanisme et de voir apparaître de la buée à l'intérieur du cadran.
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Diameter
- 39 mm
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Crystal
- Breaks and scratches with difficulty, anti reflective treatment on both sides, Domed, Sapphire crystal
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Watch movement
- In house hand-winding mechanical movement
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Movement model
- Calibre 135
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Power reserve
- 72 hours
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Strap materials
- Leather
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Buckle
- Pin buckle
- Name
- G.F.J – Calibre 135
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- Platinum
- Finishing of the case
- Brushed and polished
- Lugs
- Platinum
- Water Resistant
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50 m
50 m - 5 ATM : La montre ne peut pas être portée sous l'eau ni pour nager ni pour se doucher. Au risque d'abîmer le mécanisme et de voir apparaître de la buée à l'intérieur du cadran.
- Diameter
- 39 mm
- Case Length
- 45,80 mm
- Case Thickness
- 10,5 mm
- Lug Width
- 19 mm
- Case features
- Sapphire display back, Fond maintenu par des vis
- Crown
- 3 o'clock
- Crystal
- Breaks and scratches with difficulty, anti reflective treatment on both sides, Domed, Sapphire crystal
- Bezel
- Slick
- Bezel color
- Grey
- Bezel / Insert material
- Platinum 950
- Dial
- Lapis lazuli
- Dial color
- Blue
- Marker
- Applied, 18 ct gold, Faceted
- Dial type
- Small second, 2 hands
- Lume
- No
- Hands
- Stick-shaped hands
- Watch movement
- In house hand-winding mechanical movement
- Movement model
- Calibre 135
- Balance frequency
- 18 000 Vibrations per hour (VpH)
- Stones
- 22 jewels
- Complications/functions
- Hours Minutes Seconds
- Power reserve
- 72 hours
- Strap materials
- Leather
- Strap finish
- Matt alligator grain
- Leather type
- Alligator
- Strap color
- Blue
- Buckle
- Pin buckle

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