Zenith Caliber 2562 PC

Manufacturer	Zenith (via MZM)
Caliber Number	2562 PC, 2562PC
Movement Type	Automatic, self-winding mechanical
Lignes	11.5”’
Diameter	25.6mm
Height	5.73mm
Jewel Count	23
Beat Rate	28,800 vph, 4 Hz
Lift Angle	50 degrees (unconfirmed)
Power Reserve	~38 hours
Rotor Style	Ball-bearing
Hand-Windable?	Yes
Anti-Shock Device	Incabloc
Hand Count	3
Functions	Central hours; central minutes; central sweeping seconds; date at 3:00
Hacking Seconds?	Yes
Country of Manufacture	Switzerland, Swiss made
Known Models	(Add your watch to the comments below…)

Zenith caliber 2562 PC is a vintage automatic watch movement from the 1970s. The 2562 PC is a Swiss made calibre with 23 jewels and a frequency of 4 Hz (28,800 bph).

The caliber number engraving can be found under the balance wheel. The main caliber number is 2562 with an alphabet designation below it.

This movement is a product of the MZM era of Zenith. MZM stands for Movado-Zenith-Mondia Holding Horloger SA.

2562 PC vs 2552 PC:

There is a similar Zenith cal. 2552 PC with the main difference being that the 2552 PC has a lower beat rate at 21,600 bph (3 Hz), compared to the 28,800 bph (4 Hz) offered by the 2562 PC. Most of the parts are interchangeable between the two movements.

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