Tim_M
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Mixed feelings
I've never quite warmed up to the 2012-present Pilot line (though I do appreciate the epic 5011K, 40mm series, and Ton-Up), but I'll take the "aged" steel over any kind of DLC/PVD type of coating.
The "aged" aspect of the steel seems to be ground into the roughened texture of the metal and designed to look a bit worn-through. That tends to wear well in real life while the PVD coatings always start as solid blankets of black and end badly when scratched...
Best,
Tim
Quick BaselWorld 2018 Live Pics: The Zenith Pilot Type 20 Chronograph Ton Up Black (with aged steel case)
Well in line with Zenith's more recent vintage-inspired watches, and also squarely in the eye of the current trend towards patinised watch lies this novelty of Zenith, the Pilot Type 20 Chronograph Ton Up Black housed in a 45mm case made of aged stainless...
Mixed feelings
I've never quite warmed up to the 2012-present Pilot line (though I do appreciate the epic 5011K, 40mm series, and Ton-Up), but I'll take the "aged" steel over any kind of DLC/PVD type of coating. The "aged" aspect of the steel seems to be ground into the...