I greatly prefer the Zenith models from ~25 years ago rather than the modern ones; in fact, I have one purchased in 2002 that remains a favorite watch (photo below). I do enjoy looking at the Chronomaster Sport models in the current catalog, but there is
Before Thierry Nataf savaged the brand, the house had a great heritage, with solid manufacture movements and a recognizable design language. Why LVMH thought it needed another brand in the ostentatious Hublot style during the 2000s is beyond me, but after
I once owned both the El Primero HW with the black dial on the bracelet and the Elite Small Seconds with a white dial. These are photos I took from a Zenith book circa 2010.
Since 1969, the ZENITH DEFY collection has stood as a symbol of unwavering strength and precision. Nicknamed the “time safe” for its robust construction and ability to protect the movement like a vault, the DEFY quickly became a benchmark in durability. A
But the disappointing thing is that in 36 mm they put a basic caliber elite 670 with 144 components, which having nothing to speak about. No siicone antimagnetic. They could put the caliber 670 SK with 188 components as in the discontinued Defy classic. S
First, I love the dial colour. Much prefer it to the initial ltd release. It really brings the watch to life. Since I never got to try one I’m reserving judgment on the size. My impression is that it’ll be perfect for the shape and design. Any larger risk
After the very first DEFY revisit with the A3642 (limited to 250pcs) last year, ZENITH launches the second DEFY Revival remake model A3691, based on the 1971 reference with a vivid red gradient-effect dial in a faceted octagonal case paired with a fourtee
Some quick photographs of the Zenith's pieces shown in the forth edition of the LVMH Watch Week 2023 at the Capella in Sentosa Island, Singapore. At Villa Zenith ... Novelties presentation ... Starting with the most interesting - DEFY Skyline Skeleton. 41