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Iconic
Nilo,
Iconic does not necessarily translate into ideal for diving. As a diver myself, I know the need for legibility. The most worn timepiece for divers is the Suunto which is typically 45mm. (Yes it is a dive computer) Even The Rolex Deepsea is 44mm. Diving is one sport where the self knowledge of time is imperative.
Dean
I bumped on a Zenith Defy Extreme ...
Team, Almost everyone agrees that the Zenith designs from Thierry Nataf era were everything but discrete. Yesterday I "bumped" on one, that I never saw "in metal" and IMHO is a very interesting and bold watch. Of course, with the beefy 46.5mm case diamete...
I agree with you...
These watches look much better in the flesh. Pictures can't seem to ever properly capture the depth and textures of the dial. Extremely solid as i remember.
You are very correct ...
Some watches are great on pictures but not "in flesh". Others, like the Defy, are so so on pictures but are great live. Cheers, Nilo
What is not to like about this watch!
If you want a watch that is virtually bomb proof, a depth proof, and is super cool, very eclectic , and (for me at least) the perfect size, then this is the one. And at current prices for NOS they are a bargain ! Merry Christmas ! Dean ...
Correct!
The Defy is a clear cut case of a true innovative watch that on all adverts that I saw a little weird. Seeing in metal shows the true form an grace of this watch. Cheers, Nilo
I'll say it again
of course time will tell but I feel that this Nataf's Defy series are future preV Panerais ;) Sincerely Damjan
It may be ...
The PreV Panerais and the Defy X requires the same over sized wrist. True, "in metal" the Defy is a very impressive piece. On my dreams, I stay with a Type 20, 40mm as the memorable piece. Don't forget the ones that I own (1969 re edition). I would love t...
If you replace the logo with Richard Mille or MB&F
or Cyrus, .....anything but "Zenith", the Defy Extreme would be a 'hit'. It was very fashion-forward for its time and we are only seeing the same design motifs now by other brands in the last few years. ;) As a statement power piece on-the-wrist for the p...
In most of cases ...
Being ahead of time always has a price to pay. This Defy is perfectly acceptable today but it was not when it was released, in special with those adverts carrying young guys with languid looks. For my personal taste I prefer the current designs, with a da...
Size
Hi Nilo, You seem dissapointed and frustrated with size. But to be honest, Pilot watches and Divers need to be big. I would say that 46mm is probably ideal. The 40mm Pilot is too small (I tried it) but ideal for women. My only gripe with this Defy was the...
Allow me to disagree ...
Watches needs to be on a size that's comfortable for the owner and ... What is the most iconic dive watch? Rolex Sub (disclaimer: I don't own one), 40mm. What is the most iconic pilot watch? Omega Speedmaster (it was good to fly to the Moon), 42mm. I don'...
Iconic
Nilo, Iconic does not necessarily translate into ideal for diving. As a diver myself, I know the need for legibility. The most worn timepiece for divers is the Suunto which is typically 45mm. (Yes it is a dive computer) Even The Rolex Deepsea is 44mm. Div...
A very interesting point you mention
Why do you think that is? Was it because in the 90's and 00's Zenith had lost it's soul and identity? And what makes the Richard Mille name a guarantee of success? I loved the HM2 from MB&F, and was offered one for a very good price in Singapore, but ...
Count me among the fans
Philosophically, these watches were a bold departure. There's something to be said for management that shows courage and makes a leap of faith. The Rolex approach is very fair to current owners and respects the enormous tradition, established reputation, ...
Well said Tim
I think we should all raise a glass to the somewhat visionary Thierry Nataf ! He himself had tremendous gusto and charisma, and his designs reflected this. It was he who got me devoted to Zenith. He taunted us to dare to be different. Dean