ZENITH introduces the new DEFY Skyline Skeleton White Ceramic
It is the first DEFY Skyline timepiece in white ceramic. It features a blue open dial and a skeleton movement, the high-frequency El Primero 3620 SK.
“A modern successor to the very first ZENITH DEFY wristwatch model from 1969, the DEFY Skyline seamlessly merges the past and present with bold architectural lines and unwavering robustness that are the hallmarks of the line. With this new edition, the DEFY Skyline Skeleton combines the symmetrical, open movement and dial with a pristine white ceramic exterior – a first for the DEFY Skyline collection.”
ZENITH has introduced the DEFY Skyline Skeleton White Ceramic. It is the first DEFY Skyline timepiece to feature a ceramic exterior. It has a blue open dial highlighting the El Primero 3620 SK automatic high-frequency skeleton movement. The contrast of its white ceramic exterior and blue open dial makes it a perfect summer timepiece.
Key Features
Functions
The ZENITH DEFY Skyline Skeleton White Ceramic’s functions include:
– Central Hours and Minutes.
– 1/10th of a Second subdial at 6 o’clock. It completes one rotation every 10 seconds.
Dial
The ZENITH DEFY Skyline Skeleton White Ceramic’s dial features include:
– It features an “intense blue open dial.” The open dial is shaped as ZENITH’s “emblematic” four-pointed star from 1969, a repeated pattern in the DEFY collection.
– The open dial exhibits the El Primero 3620 SK automatic high-frequency skeleton movement.
– Its hours, minutes and 1/10th of a second hand are rhodium-plated, faceted, and coated with SuperLuminova® SLN C1.
– The 12 hour-markers are rhodium-plated, faceted, and coated with SuperLuminova® SLN C1.
– A minute track encircles the outer dial, graduated in increments of 5 minutes each.
Movement
The ZENITH DEFY Skyline Skeleton White Ceramic’s movement features include:
– It is powered by the El Primero 3620 SK automatic high-frequency skeleton movement.
– It powers the hours, minutes, and 1/10th of a second indicator. The 1/10th of a second indicator is “driven directly from the 5Hz escapement.”
– It features a “highly efficient bi-directional automatic winding mechanism,” and a silicon escape-wheel and lever.
– Its automatic winding rotor features a satin finish.
– It comprises of 163 parts.
– It beats at a high frequency of 36,000 vph or 5 Hz.
– It has a power reserve of approximately 55 hours.
“In lieu of a traditional seconds dial, the DEFY Skyline features the world’s first and only constant 1/10th of a second running indicator, completing one rotation every 10 seconds.”
Case and Bracelet
The above image is of the timepiece with its white ceramic bracelet.
The ZENITH DEFY Skyline Skeleton White Ceramic’s case and bracelet features include:
– Its octagonal case is made of white ceramic, featuring “alternating satin-brushed and polished surfaces.” The dodecagonal (12 sides) bezel is faceted. Both case and bezel are “highly scratch-resistant.”
– Its case diameter is 41 mm.
– It is water resistant up to 10 ATM or 100 metres.
– Its integrated and interchangeable bracelet is made of white ceramic and features a folding clasp.
– A bright white colour rubber strap featuring a starry sky pattern and folding clasp is provided.
– The bracelet can be interchanged for the rubber strap easily, as the case features an innovative strap-change mechanism which does not require any tools to operate.
Our Thoughts
The ZENITH DEFY Skyline Skeleton White Ceramic is a bold timepiece, made so by its white ceramic exterior and blue open dial. It is powered by a version of the El Primero, one of the most revolutionary chronograph movements since 1969. Though this timepiece is not a chronograph per se, it features a running 1/10th of a second indicator. Its interchangeable bracelet allows for a degree of versatility. While a rubber strap is provided, I am sure aftermarket straps are available, allowing for contrast with its white ceramic case and blue open dial. This would be useful in other seasons and winter months, when both its white ceramic bracelet and white rubber strap might appear too bright.
The above image is of the timepiece with its white rubber strap with starry sky pattern.
The ZENITH DEFY Skyline Skeleton White Ceramic is relatively accessible, given its choice of ceramic and pedigree of its haute horology El Primero movement. It is a ‘lot of watch for the money.’ It is a fast-faced timepiece, for someone constantly on the move.
Additional Details
Name: ZENITH DEFY Skyline Ceramic Skeleton
Reference: 49.9301.3620 / 79.I001
Price: Swiss Franc (CHF): 16,900 / United States Dollar (USD): 17,500
Availability: It is available in limited quantities from ZENITH physical and online boutiques and at authorized retailers worldwide. Please visit the ZENITH website for further information.
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