Zenith Montre d'Aéronef Type XX 57.5mm

P@trick@Belgium · 2013-06-23T06:01:51Z

P@trick@Belgium showcases his Zenith Montre d'Aéronef Type XX, a massive 57.5mm pilot watch. Explore collector insights on large watch wearability and alternative Zenith Type 20 models.

P@trick@Belgium introduces his latest acquisition, the Zenith Montre d'Aéronef Type XX, a watch notable for its substantial 57.5mm case size. His post captures the collector's dilemma of appreciating a unique piece while acknowledging its impracticality for daily wear due to its sheer scale.

Certainly not your daily wearer this Zenith montre Aeronef type XX, it's not big but huge, measuring 57.5mm, depending on the angle you see it on my 17cm (6.5 ') wrist it goes from acceptable to ridiculous. But that doesn't take away that it's a nice ad to my collection of Zenith watches, this is number 3 after the Stratos and the Doublematic. A collector's piece for sure

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Wristshots taken by others often portray large watches more favorably than self-taken shots, as the focus shifts from the watch's size to its overall presence on the wrist.
The correct name for the watch is 'Zenith Type 20 Monstre D'Aéronef,' playfully highlighting its monstrous size.
For those seeking a smaller alternative in the pilot watch theme, vintage Zenith models around 55mm might be a more wearable option.
The Zenith Type 20 GMT at 48mm offers a more practical daily wearer, while the 57.5mm Type 20 is better suited for occasional wear.

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amanico

Jun 23, 2013

Had to give up... There are some vintage offers which are a tad smaller ( 55 mm ) in the Pilot watches theme. did vyou try them? Best, my friend. Nicolas

Spellbound

Jun 23, 2013

I would love to see the group shot, and wonder what will be next? The Type 20 GMT or the Annual Calendar?

Bruno.M1

Jun 23, 2013

is not trying to take it yourself but let somebody else take the picture If you take your own wristshot you're always to much focussed on the watch, and in this case the watch will always look huge. Now, when you were at my place a few hours ago I did take some shots too .. and this is how 'other' people will see it ... It is big but imo it doesn't look as ridiculously as your own wristshots :-) you be the Judge

Bruno.M1

Jun 23, 2013

It's not ' Zenith Type 20 Montre D'aéronef' but 'Zenith Type 20 Mon s tre D'aéronef' LOL

bexx

Jun 23, 2013

Try the Type 20 GMT. At 48 mm a good daily. The Type 20 57.5 mm is good for weekends. I'm very happy having both.

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