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Hands-On: The Zenith Defy Fusée Tourbillon Carbon
A sleek, modern take on two very traditional regulating systems.
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Case dimensions: Zenith Defy Skyline Zenith
41 mm × 10.6 mm, lug integrated, Cal. El Primero 3620
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Case dimensions: Zenith Defy Skyline 36 Zenith
36 mm × 10.15 mm, lug integrated, Cal. Elite 670 SK
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Case dimensions: Zenith Defy Skyline Chronograph Zenith
42 mm × 13.6 mm, lug integrated, Cal. El Primero 3600
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Case dimensions: Zenith Defy Classic Zenith
41 mm × 10.75 mm, lug integrated, Cal. Elite 670
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Up close: Zenith Defy El Primero 21 Carbon
We go up close to the Zenith Defy El Primero 21 Carbon, and give our review after living with the watch for two weeks.What is it like? We reveal all.
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Hands-On: Zenith Defy El Primero Double Tourbillon
When Zenith unveiled the El Primero Defy 21 two years ago, it was a breakthrough for the brand, offering a 1/100th of a second chronograph with twin regulators for an affordable US$10,000 or so. This year the brand has kicked things up a notch with the El Primero Defy Double tourbillon, which essentially replaces the regular escapements with two tourbillons – one conventional and the other ultra-fast. The high-frequency evolution The new double tourbillon chronograph is a logical evolution of the classic El Primero – albeit accomplished with some help from TAG Heuer – that remained unchanged for decades. Unveiled 50 years ago, the El Primero was the first integrated automatic chronograph, and crucially, the first serially-produced, high-frequency chronograph running at 36,000 beats per hour (bph), allowing it to measure time down to the nearest tenth of a second. It would take 48 years for it to evolve into its first major iteration, the El Primero Defy 21 of 2017, which took the high-precision chronograph to its extreme with a monstrously high frequency of 50Hz, capable of measuring time down to a hundredth of a second. The Defy El Primero 21 launched in 2017 – an exotic chronograph for a basic price While it is true that a higher frequency regulator results in a higher resolution chronograph, it comes at a cost. An ultra-high frequency escapement requires tremendous energy, and the friction generated by the rapid motion of its components in turn mean more f...
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Hands-On: The Zenith Defy Classic Ceramic
A trio of high-tech watches in bright, light ceramic.
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New: Zenith Defy Fusee Tourbillon
Zenith extends their Defy line of avant garde watches with a constant force fusee and chain system - introducing the Zenith Defy Fusee Tourbillon.
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Classic in Modern Dress: Zenith Defy El Primero Fusée Tourbillon
Zenith flexes its modernist streak by combining two classical complications in a breathtakingly modern and athletic Defy El Primero Fusee Tourbillon.
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Hands-On: The Zenith Defy El Primero Double Tourbillon
Twin tourbos for the El Primero.
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Review: The new Zenith DEFY Inventor
Zenith released a new first in watchmaking technology, with the 100th of a second chronograph named DEFY El Primero 21 – which began in 2017. The same year, Zenith unveiled DEFY Lab, an ‘archetype’ regulated by a revolutionary oscillator developed by the Manufacture and issued in a 10- piece limited edition.
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HANDS-ON: The Zenith Defy El Primero 21 - not your average chronograph
The Defy is playing an increasingly important role in Zenith’s lineup - offering a modern alternative to the Pilot’s line that has dominated the discussion for so long. And there’s a lot to like about it - modern style with a hint of retro flavour. And while the Defy spans the spectrum from accessible to … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Zenith Defy El Primero 21 – not your average chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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HANDS-ON: White heat - the Zenith Defy Classic in white ceramic
I’m not sure if Lou Reed would have liked this watch (I hope he would have), but I know I certainly do. The modern sports line that is the Defy is an increasing priority for Zenith – a key, future-facing pillar for the brand that is both distinctive and incredibly versatile. This new version, all 41mm … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: White heat – the Zenith Defy Classic in white ceramic appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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INTRODUCING: Evoque’d - the Zenith Defy Classic Range Rover Edition
Zenith hold a certain affinity for mechanical machines – and not just of the time-telling variety. From pilot watches that celebrate all things planes and motorbikes, to El Primero-powered chronographs that take their open road inspiration from the world of classic cars. For the past three years the Swiss manufacturer has also enjoyed a partnership … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: Evoque’d – the Zenith Defy Classic Range Rover Edition appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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New: Zenith Defy Classic Range Rover Special Edition
New release: Zenith renews the partnership with Land Rover with the Defy Classic Range Rover Special Edition- a special design collaboration.
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Zenith Defy Zero G
One of the greatest horological concepts Zenith ever created has now evolved into a new movement that, de facto, makes this new Zero G the real flagship Defy.
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Review: Hands on with the new Zenith Defy Zero G
Zenith redefines its Gravity Control with the new Defy Zero G. The watch uses the gimbal concept to house the escapement, which adds a gyroscopic element to timekeeping. Visually, the watch is stunning as is it a technically challenging production.
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IN-DEPTH: Luxury sports done right - the Zenith Defy Classic Skeleton
The story in a second: Contemporary design and classic size make this a winning combination. It’s no secret that the Defy is Zenith’s darling this year. Baselworld 2018 saw them release a swag of different versions, including the crazy Zero G, the impressive chronograph, and this watch, the comparatively simple Classic. And while it may … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: Luxury sports done right – the Zenith Defy Classic Skeleton appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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VIDEO: The Zenith Defy El Primero 21 - a cutting-edge chronograph
Earlier this week we had a look at Zenith’s entry point into the Defy family, the solid-dialled Defy Classic. Well, today we’re going to kick it up a notch with something the brand is particularly famous for - a chronograph. And not just any chrono, but the Defy El Primero 21, a watch that marries the … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: The Zenith Defy El Primero 21 – a cutting-edge chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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HANDS-ON: The Zenith Defy Classic Skeleton - a Defy Lab-inspired entry level to the collection
It sort of feels like all we’ve been hearing about from Zenith through the last year leading up to Baselworld 2018 has been all things Defy. And fair enough, the Defy Lab is technically the biggest thing since the horological equivalent of sliced bread (the winding rotor perhaps?). As we got closer to the fair, … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Zenith Defy Classic Skeleton - a Defy Lab-inspired entry level to the collection appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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HANDS-ON: The Zenith Defy El Primero Zero G
Since the launch of the Defy 21 last year, and the shockingly innovative Defy Lab later in 2017, it wasn’t a matter of speculation that more releases for the new collection were coming to Baselworld in 2018. The new Zero G is this year’s Halo watch from the brand as we wait for the groundbreaking … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Zenith Defy El Primero Zero G appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Revolution Awards 2017: Technical Achievement - Zenith Defy El Primero 21
Once again, the global editors of Revolution weigh in on the best timepieces of the year, as well as the personalities that shaped the watch industry.
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Revolution Awards 2017: Revolutionary Watch - Zenith Defy Lab Caliber ZO 342
Once again, the global editors of Revolution weigh in on the best timepieces of the year, as well as the personalities that shaped the watch industry.
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Pictures of the new Zenith Defy Lab
More details on the Zenith new Oscillator and the 10 Limited Edition Defy Lab watches announced in our interview with CEO Mr. Tornare.
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A Horological Revolution: The Zenith Defy Lab
The brand that delivered the El Primero steps up to provide horology with its next revolution. Introducing the Zenith Defy Lab.
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Review: Zenith Defy El Primero 21
JC Biver claims this to be the new and improved El Primero. Does the new Zenith Defy El Primero 21 deliver? We examine it in our hands-on review.
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Baselworld 2017 Zenith Defy El Primero 21 Chronograph
The new generation Zenith Defy El Primero range carries the watchmaking prowess of Le Locle while remaining anchored to the provenance of the original.