Since its establishment in 1865, Zenith has become the first watch manufacturer whose watches have accompanied extraordinary figures that dreamt big and strived to achieve the impossible“ from Louis Blriot's history-making flight across the English Channel to Felix Baumgartner's record-setting stratospheric free-fall jump.
Today we bring to you a review of an exciting new model, from the brand's Defy collection: The Zenith Defy Classic Carbon 10.9001.670/80.M9000.
First and foremost, this new Defy Classic Carbon edition goes well into an uncharted territory for watch innovation; Zenith has pursued something that simply cannot be done in mass production, this model comes with a full carbon fibre construction, from the casing down to the bracelet. Carbon fibre, commonly used in super cars, is as hard as steel yet light as a feather.
Due to the nature of carbon fibre, the individual layering patterns vary from one component to another, ultimately meaning no two watches will be alike in appearance, to this model really is one a kind. The bracelet is individually links of solid carbon fibre, milled with extreme precision so the layers or starta are really highlighted.
Moving past this amazing carbon fibre construction to the impressive spec; a 41mm carbon fibre case hosts a dial, that despite being treated with dark ruthenium is still very easy to read, even at a glance, with the nice addition of a date window at 6 o'clock. Water resistant to a staggering 100m, this timepiece is wearable for any occasion.
The movement of this magnificent timepiece beats at the heart of the watch and even this is simply stunning, the craftsmanship is just incredible. Used in this timepiece is the Elite 670 SK automatic. Operating at a frequency of 28,800 VpH (4Hz), the Elite 670SK can give out a power reserve of a whopping 50 hours.
In summary, Zenith has made something that will go down in the history books, quite literally. They have forged a legendary watch, rich with innovation, functionality but most of all have created an incredible story; after all, when all is said and done, it's the stories that live on.
As an official stockist of Zenith, here at Chisholm Hunter we are more than happy to assist with any questions you may have about this specific model or any from our Zenith ranges.
