Zenith Surf Automatic Ref. 01.1281.380 - Brushed Blue Dial
Year: 1970’s
Movement: Zenith 2572PC automatic movement with quickset date.
Case: Steel 35mm steel case
Dial: Blue brushed dial.
Strap: Blue suede strap.
As with all watches bought from Watts On Watches, we service every watch and this watch comes with a 12 month warranty.
Comes as watch only. It is common for vintage watches to not come with box and papers. In the rare example that a watch does come with box and papers it will be mentioned in the description. All purchases come with bespoke Watts On Watches packaging and purchase documentation.
Year: 1970’s
Movement: Zenith 2572PC automatic movement with quickset date.
Case: Steel 35mm steel case
Dial: Blue brushed dial.
Strap: Blue suede strap.
As with all watches bought from Watts On Watches, we service every watch and this watch comes with a 12 month warranty.
Comes as watch only. It is common for vintage watches to not come with box and papers. In the rare example that a watch does come with box and papers it will be mentioned in the description. All purchases come with bespoke Watts On Watches packaging and purchase documentation.
Year: 1970’s
Movement: Zenith 2572PC automatic movement with quickset date.
Case: Steel 35mm steel case
Dial: Blue brushed dial.
Strap: Blue suede strap.
As with all watches bought from Watts On Watches, we service every watch and this watch comes with a 12 month warranty.
Comes as watch only. It is common for vintage watches to not come with box and papers. In the rare example that a watch does come with box and papers it will be mentioned in the description. All purchases come with bespoke Watts On Watches packaging and purchase documentation.
Zenith Surf Automatic Ref. 01.1281.380 – Brushed Blue Dial – 2572PC Movement
This Zenith Surf from the 1970s is a brilliant example of the brand’s focus on clean, sharp design paired with proper watchmaking. Powered by Zenith’s in-house Calibre 2572PC, this model doesn’t just look the part — it delivers reliable, smooth automatic timekeeping with a quickset date, something not always common in watches from this era.
The movement itself is a highlight. The 2572PC is known for its robustness, precision and ease of service, and sits among the most respected of Zenith’s in-house calibres from the period. It’s the sort of movement that reminds you why Zenith has always been considered a true manufacturer, long before the El Primero became a household name.
The 35mm stainless steel case is well-balanced and versatile, wearing comfortably for modern tastes while keeping that refined vintage feel. What really sets this piece apart is the deep brushed blue dial — striking under the light, clean in its execution, and finished with subtle applied indices and minimal printing. It’s the kind of dial that does all the talking without saying too much.
Finished on a soft blue suede strap, this Zenith is equal parts understated and distinctive.
Key Features:
Year: 1970s
Reference: 01.1281.380
Movement: Zenith Calibre 2572PC automatic with quickset date
Case: 35mm stainless steel
Dial: Brushed blue with applied indices
Crystal: Acrylic
Strap: Blue suede
Set Includes: Watch only (with bespoke Watts On Watches packaging and documentation)
Why This Zenith?
The Zenith Surf line is often overlooked, but it represents some of the cleanest and most wearable design work from the brand’s golden era. The 2572PC movement is solid, smooth and highly regarded. Combined with the stunning brushed blue dial, this is a vintage piece that punches well above its weight — perfect for collectors who appreciate subtlety, movement pedigree, and build quality.
Condition & Warranty
This watch is in excellent condition for its age, with a clean dial and strong case profile. Like every watch sold through Watts On Watches, it has been fully serviced and comes backed by our 12-month warranty, along with bespoke packaging and full purchase documentation.