| 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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