ZENITH – PILOT Type 20 Chronograph Adventure Bronze 45 mm

ZENITH – PILOT Type 20 Chronograph Adventure Bronze 45 mm

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Flying pioneer and new ZENITH friend of 

the brand Franky Zapata reaches his star

August 4th 2019 (Le Locle, Switzerland) – Personifying the key ZENITH values of determination and perseverance against all odds, Franky Zapata has successfully completed his second attempt at a unique solo flight from France to England.

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At the joystick of his legendary jet-propelled Flyboard Air, and with a Zenith Type 20 Chronograph Adventure watch strapped to his wrist, the super flying man and new ZENITH friend of the brand thereby vividly commemorated the 110th anniversary of Louis Bleriot’s historic 1909 flight across the English Channel.

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ZENITH stands for pushing the limits of feasibility and inspiring one and all to reach for their star, whatever the difficulties or obstacles encountered. Zapata’s impressive athleticism, trailblazing attitude reflect these intrinsic qualities, as does his ability to remain undaunted by challenges and learn from each new experience.

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While Bleriot’s repeated previous failures had led him to be dubbed “the king of wrecks” until he finally crossed the Channel in 1909, Zapata required just two attempts to achieve this particular dream. Fittingly, he was wearing the Zenith Pilot Type 20 Adventure, a watch symbolising the unswerving determination that propels Zenith and its followers towards their very own star.

Indomitable character and determination

The sturdy Zenith Pilot Type 20 Adventure with its signature user-friendly wide ratcheted crown is driven by an automatic El Primero column-wheel chronograph movement and delivers a 50-hour power reserve.

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Its highly legible grained khaki green dial features oversized Arabic numerals entirely made of Super-LumiNova®, while its bronze 45 mm case is secured to the wrist by a khaki matrix calfskin leather strap or a fully-interchangeable camouflage fabric alternative. All of which made it an indomitable partner for this new technological and intensely human accomplishment.

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TECHNICAL DETAILS

Collection: PILOT

Model: TYPE 20 CHRONOGRAPH Adventure Bronze
Reference: 29.2430.4069/63.I002
Reference: 29.2430.4069/63.I001

MOVEMENT
El Primero 4069, Automatic
Calibre: 13 1/4‘ `` [Diameter: 30mm]
Thickness: 6.6mm
Components: 254
Jewels: 35
Frequency: 36,000 VpH [5Hz]
Povver-reserve: min. 50 hours
Finishes: Oscillating weight with "Cotes de Geneve" motif
FUNCTIONS
Hours and minutes in the centre
Small seconds at 9 o'clock
Chronograph:
Central chronograph hand & 30-minute counter at 3 o'clock
CASE
Material: Bronze
Diameter: 45mm
Diameter opening: 37.8mm
Thickness: 14.25mm
Crystal: Domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment on both sides
Case-back: Case-back vvith Cafe Racer Spirit engravings
Water-resistance: 10 ATM
DIAL & HANDS
Dial: Khaki green grained
Hour-markers: Arabic numerals with white SuperLumiNova SLN® C1
Hands: Gold-plated, faceted and coated with SuperLumiNova SLN® C1 [Hands]
STRAPS & BUCKLES
Designation:

• Camouflage fabric strap with protective rubber lining 
• Khaki green "Matrix" calfskin leather strap with protective rubber lining 

Designation: Titanium pin buckle
Buckle: Reference: 27.95.0021.001


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Press Release - 2019
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