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In this article, WatchProSite contributor oyster case introduces the Zenith Defy A3642 recreation, a 37mm timepiece powered by the Elite 670 movement. This piece delves into the design and historical context of Zenith's re-edition, sparking a vibrant community discussion on its market positioning and appeal. Readers will gain insight into how this modern interpretation of a 1969 reference resonates with contemporary collectors.
It looks a bit blocky and unrefined. As a re creation it does embody the period from which it’s from. Now perhaps a refined, less chunky, interpretation that channels the era, more vintage than the modern Defy, would be more appealing? Looks friendlier in this pic
But here it does not work imo
I like the retro stylin.
A big zenith fan …. But this 🤮 First of all, if you do a re-edition , at least take a watch that is popular This old defy never sold and the original 1970 pieces are available all over the place Even at less than 1000 euro nobody wants them. And I know the quality of the new one is much better than the vintage piece…. But why the hell would I pay 7000 euro if I can find all the original pieces under 1000 euro Really don’t get this Could have made a new nice De Luca, and definitely a new Rainbow
I guess there are enough people producing period diver reissues around to make them feel there is a market for them, I say them because on the original Zenith Instagram post it hinted at more editions. I personally see more value in leveraging the iconic El Primero's of that time but they've pretty much rinsed them at this stage also so looking to time only watches but retaining a relatively high price might be the play here. I know i'll see these for significantly below RRP which will indicate
But I could get an Omega 300 for less, and several other options. You would really need to be a big Defy fan, maybe there are 250 out there...
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