ZENITH – DEFY Classic Mykonos Blue Ceramic Automatic Special Edition
Zenith celebrates the arrival of summer in Europe with a special edition of the DEFY Classic made exclusively for Zenith’s Greek retailer GOFAS, the DEFY Classic Mykonos Edition.
Mykonos is without a doubt one of the most coveted summer destinations. Just like
Zenith, the Greek island on the Aegean Sea seamlessly melds history and tradition with forward-thinking modernism. To celebrate the uniquely upbeat spirit of Mykonos,
Zenith has created a special rendition of its
DEFY Classic for its retailer in Greece,
GOFAS, in a
Limited Edition of only
25 pieces.
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The faceted
DEFY Classic case, measuring
41mm in diameter, is made of blue ceramic. Besides its superlative performance properties such as hardness and high scratch-resistance, the deep blue color is embedded in the material and is not just a superficial layer. With its mix of polished satin-brushed and micro-blasted matte surfaces, the case amplifies the futuristic lines of the
DEFY Classic.
Recalling the colors of the Greek flag while remaining inherently
Zenith, the open dial brings forth a mix of blue, white and silvery tones that create a sense of harmonic visual depth against a contemporary architectural backdrop. For the
Mykonos Edition, the central star element of the open dial is fashioned in the same blue tone as the case, while the central seconds hand with a star-shaped counterweight is painted in white exceptionally for this special series. The raised flange ring is also white, with blue markers and applied rhodium indexes filled with blue SuperLumiNova, just like the faceted hands.
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Visible through the dial as well as the case back, the
DEFY Classic Mykonos Edition’s movement is a modern remake of
Zenith’s staple automatic movement, the
Elite. With a skeleton execution of the main plate, bridges and even the date wheel, the Elite calibre’s modernism extends beyond just aesthetics, featuring a silicon escape-wheel and lever offering precision at a frequency of
28,800 VpH (
4 Hz). When fully wound, the automatic
Elite movement provides a minimum power reserve of 50 hours. Keeping with the
Mykonian theme of this exclusive edition, the sapphire display on the back of the case is emblazoned with the silhouette of
Mykonos’ iconic white windmills that have become a symbol of the unique island.
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For the perfect finishing touch to the summery
Mykonos theme of this special series, the
DEFY Classic Mykonos Edition comes on a special strap developed just for this series, featuring a white rubber backing with a blue central element featuring a pattern inspired by the pavements of
Mykonos’ cobbled streets.
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A second strap is also delivered with watch, in textured white rubber.
The double folding Titanium buckle also features a touch of blue with a
blue ceramic element on the buckle head. Whether soaking up the sun on a
sandy
Mykonian beach or dancing the night away, the
DEFY Classic Mykonos edition,
limited to
25 pieces and available exclusively at
GOFAS, is a compelling choice for summer adventures.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Model: DEFY Classic Mykonos Blue Ceramic Edition
Reference:
49.9004.670/51.R599
KEY POINTS
- Elite skeletonised movement
- NEW 41mm Blue Ceramic case
- Silicon escape-wheel and lever
MOVEMENT
Elite 670 SK, Automatic
Calibre: 11 ½``` (Diameter: 25.60mm)
Frequency: 28,800 VpH (4 Hz)
Movement thickness: 3.88mm
Components: 187
Jewels: 27
Power-reserve: min. 50 hours
Finishing: Special oscillating weight with satin-brushed finish
FUNCTIONS
Hours and minutes in the centre
Central seconds hand
Date indication at 6 o’clock
CASE
Material: Blue Ceramic
Diameter: 41mm
Diameter opening: 32.5mm
Thickness: 10.75mm
Crystal: Domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment on both sides
Case-back: Special transparent sapphire crystal adorned with a special
Mykonos logo
Water-resistance: 10 ATM
DIAL & HANDS
Blue Openworked
Hour-markers: Rhodium-plated, faceted and coated with Blue Super-LumiNova®
Hands: Rhodium-plated, faceted and coated with Blue Super-LumiNova®
STRAP & BUCKLE
Strap: Special white rubber strap with blue “Mykonos pavement” pattern effect
It additionally comes with a white rubber strap (
27.00.2218.792)
Buckle: Titanium double folding clasp with blue ceramic buckle head
EDITION
Limited Edition - Only of
25 pieces
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Press Release - 2019
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