AMVOX 2 for Defy 21?

Hello folks,

I was fascinated by the Defy 21 1/100th of a second when it was announced earlier this year. I had the opportunity to see it in the metal the other week and oh boy, is it a fun watch! That central 1/100th whizzing around the dial and that buzzing sound is very very cool. I am quite tempted by the open dial titanium version. What have others who have seen it think?

The issue, as always, is limited resources...... I am also very enamoured by the Bulgari Octo Finnisimo on bracelet released this year. My watch goals for 2018 is to acquire both, plus accomplish a long term desire to get the Breguet Tradition 7027. I will need to sell a couple of pieces to help me achieve this. I am considering letting go of my AMVOX 2..... in some ways, it will be almost a swap for the Zenith. The AMVOX 2 has been my sporty, fun chrono, mostly for weekends and evenings. The Zenith will serve the same purpose. Now I know the AMVOX 2 is overall a better finished piece and more wearable due to size, design but that Zenith is just so fun! so what do others think? Would you do it? Love to hear from the community!

Cheers,
Chi Kai

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Hello Chi Kai

By: Ambiorix : November 25th, 2017-03:14

my opinion: if you have your heart set on the Defy21 and the resale value of your Amvox is what you want, then go for it. About the finishing : in analogy to the automotive world, the Defy21 is like a racecar, only the necesary! Zenith has nothing to prov...

Thanks Dom!

By: chikai168 : November 25th, 2017-03:27

I really like your analogy about the race car! And my mind is very much settling as you have described. Cheers! Chi Kai

the Zenith aesthetically speaking is very much about tastes. however the innovation inside makes it in my opinion the most desidarable modern watch out there. LVMH's r&d department made

By: Freccero : November 25th, 2017-03:23

an historical achievement and for me it should be something to buy also beacause in the future this LEof 100 pieces will be highly sought-after. Regarding the Bulgari I do not like the brand nor their watches so I can not express a precise opinion. Howeve...

Thank you for the quick reply

By: chikai168 : November 25th, 2017-03:46

Yes, I agree with your in terms of personal taste on the aesthetics. I just want to clarify it is the Defy El Primero 21, NOT the Defy Lab. Do you still feel the same? And oh yes about the Breguet! Been planning for and lusting after the 7027 for years. C...

The Zenith 21 is an amazing piece!!

By: andrewluff : November 25th, 2017-09:40

for sure a good swap! The Bulgari is high on my wish list a the moment... fantastic piece and the bracelet is just amazing! Cheers Andrew

It is indeed!

By: chikai168 : November 25th, 2017-11:48

Thanks Andrew. It seems we have similar tastes! Do you have plans to acquire either in the near future? BW, Chi Kai

Yes!

By: andrewluff : November 25th, 2017-12:12

I ordered the 21 but cancelled it when another more unique Zenith came along... I think will still get one at some stage. The Bvlgari... yes I have already spoken to them a few times about getting something special made Good luck with your choice! Andrew

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