Wednesday, January 22, 2020

ZENITH – DEFY 21 Chronograph Carbon Special Edition

ZENITHDEFY 21 Chronograph Black Carbon Special Edition - 2020

ZENITH PLACES IN THE SPOTLIGHT IN DUBAI 
NEW CREATIONS FOR LVMH WATCH WEEK – DUBAI 2020

When two partners who are pioneers in their respective fields come together, the results can be unexpected and exciting. Coinciding with the release of the next-generation Land Rover Defender, a total redesign of the emblematic, all-terrain vehicle with its most significant evolution to date, Zenith and the famed British carmaker are reinforcing their partnership with their most original collaborative watch to date: the DEFY 21 Land Rover Edition.

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This edition is a rugged and stealthy reinterpretation of the 21 st century El Primero high-frequency chronograph, embodying the resilient spirit of the new Land Rover Defender that combines the ultimate in ruggedness and comfort. A limited edition of 250 pieces, it represents a complete makeover of the 1/100 th of a second chronograph with a raw and minimalistic look. Crafted in microblasted titanium, the case absorbs light from all angles to better accentuate its faceted surfaces.

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Paired with a matching closed grey dial, the redesigned display features for the first time in a DEFY 21 a linear power reserve window, with the slightest touches of color for legibility. Gerry McGovern, Land Rover Chief Creative Officer, said: For the next chapter in our partnership with Zenith we wanted a timepiece that captured the essence of the new Land Rover Defender: modern, durable and highly desirable. With subtle details that capture the character of the new Defender, this for me is the best timepiece we have created with Zenith


With respect to exceptional collaborations, Zenith is proud to introduce its newest Friend of the Brand, world-renowned DJ and producer Carl Cox. An undisputed living legend in electronic music and specifically “techno”, Carl Cox is credited with bringing his craft to new heights and his unique sound to a global audience.

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From underground rave parties in the 80s to main stage performances at festivals and his own stage at Burning Man as well as his pioneering record label, Carl Cox lives the “time to reach your star” philosophy to the fullest. His perseverance and undeniable talent have propelled him from his humble beginnings to becoming one of the most revered and influential personalities in the world of electronic music.

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For his first eponymous special edition watch, the DEFY 21 Carl Cox, limited to 200 pieces, Zenith turned up the tempo with a special execution of its futuristic 1/100 th of a second chronograph, with a carbon fiber bezel and strap stitching that glow in the dark.

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For a very personal touch by Carl Cox, the open dial keeps the beat pumping with a rotating disk shaped like a vinyl record at 9 o’clock, serving as a running seconds indicator.

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I am very lucky that I am able to share my love of music all over the world. All of us have the power within us to feel the beat and dance – my job is to bring that energy out and to unite everyone on the dancefloor. In a similar way, Zenith is about elevating the art of watchmaking and sharing its innovations with the world, so collaborating with them on a watch with a high-frequency beat felt very natural”, said Carl Cox.


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TECHNICAL DETAILS

Collection: DEFY 21

Model: DEFY 21 LAND ROVER EDITION 

Reference: 97.9000.9004/01.R787

Key points: Tribute to the legendary Defender.
100th of a second chronograph movement.
Exclusive dynamic signature of one rotation per second.
1 escapement for the Watch (36,000 VpH - 5 Hz);
1 escapement for the Chronograph (360,000 VpH - 50 Hz).
Special linear power reserve indicator.
TIME LAB Chronometer certified.

Movement
Calibre El Primero 9004 automatic
Frequency 36,000 VpH (5 Hz)

Power reserve approx. 50 hours
Functions: 1/100th of a second chronograph functions.
Chronographnpower-reserve indication at 12 o'clock. Hours and minutes in the centre.
Small seconds at 9 o'clock, Central chronograph hand, 30-minute counter at
3 o'clock, 60-second counter at 6 o'clock
Case
Material: Microblasted Titanium
Water resistance: 10 ATM
Dial
Special matt grey dial with special power reserve indicator
Hour markers: transferred and coated with Super-LumiNova®SLN C3
Hands: Special anthracite hands, faceted and coated with Super-LumiNova®SLN C3
Bracelet & Buckle
Grey Rubber “Adventure”. Comes with an additional “Country” fabric effect strap.
Microblasted titanium double folding buckle

Limited edition of 250 units

 Price 13.900 CHF

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Model:  DEFY 21 CARL COX EDITION 

Reference: 10.9001.9004/99.R941

Key points:  
Full carbon model: case, pushers, crown and buckle head Carbon bezel with SuperLuminova.
1/100th of a second chronograph movement.
Exclusive dynamic signature of one rotation per second for the Chrono hand.
1 escapement for the Watch (36,000 VpH - 5 Hz);
1 escapement for the Chronograph (360,000 VpH - 50 Hz).
TIME LAB Chronometer certified.

Movement
Calibre El Primero 9004 automatic
Frequency 36,000 VpH (5 Hz)
Power reserve approx. 50
hours
Black colored main plate on movement

Functions: Hours and minutes in the centre.
Special rotating small second disc at 9 o'clock.
1/100th of a second chronograph :
Central chronograph hand – one turn per second,
30-minute counter at 3 o'clock,
60-second counter at 6 o'clock,
Chronograph power-reserve indication at 12 o'clock
Case
Material: Microblasted Titanium
Water resistance: 10 ATM
Dial
Matt black
Hour markers: Black ruthenium-plated, faceted and coated with Super- LumiNova Black SLN
Hands: Rhodium-plated, faceted and coated with Super-LumiNova Black SLN
Bracelet & Buckle:
Black Rubber with red “Cordura effect” & Super-LumiNova stitchings.
Titanium double folding buckle with black carbon head.

Limited edition of 200 units

Price 19.500 CHF

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Press Release - 2020
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