ZENITH DEFY SKYLINE BLACK CERAMIC AND DEFY SKYLINE SKELETON BLACK CERAMIC

Zenith Defy Skyline and Defy Skyline Skeleton Black Ceramic Edition

Avant-garde, devious, scratch-resistant... Can these two end up being the best interpretation of Zenith luxury sports watches?



Zenith's 2022 Defy Skyline collection is creating waves in an industry all of us love, the luxury sports view segment. Inspired by the initial Defy line of watches through the company's archives, this contemporary sports watch is available in a number of sizes, styles and colors. Although stainless steel and glowing blue are the most classic as well as popular styles, the most eye catching Defy Skyline is undoubtedly the actual black ceramic pair which was launched earlier this year throughout the Watches & Wonders display. Like the steel models, the two are available in full-dial or skeletonized-dial configurations. Equipped with an automatic motion based on the legendary El Primero, the Defy Skyline and also black ceramic Defy Skyline Skeleton came under scrutiny these days.



Previously, the particular Zenith Defy Skyline along with Defy Skyline had a stainless-steel exterior, while these dark versions feature an all dark-colored ceramic finish. Zenith features a long history with this materials, so it's no surprise that the brand name is finally incorporating this into the avant-garde style of the luxury sports watches. The actual scratch-resistant case measures 41mm x 11. 6mm in addition to fits comfortably on the hand. Sharp angles and sides give it plenty of character, emphasized by the 12-sided black hard bezel. On the right, a good screw-down crown allows you to very easily adjust the time and day (if present).



The style of the dial, whether or not open or closed, is comparable to previous versions of the Defy Skyline and Defy Views Skeleton, such as the lovely Shop Edition. Starting with the simplest from the two, there is a four-point celebrity pattern across the dial, including depth and character. Big applied hour markers along with minute markers in between, along with large sword-shaped hour as well as minute hands, provide outstanding legibility. Reading the time during the night is also a breeze, as the fingers and hour markers tend to be heavily coated with Super-LumiNova. On the left is 1/10th in the second subdial, with the time display at the opposite finish.



The skeletonized version features the same hours markers and hands, however reveals the movement beneath. Its shape is like the four-pointed star, a symbol of Zenith's core, with a black complete on the top structure and a obviously visible charcoal element beneath. Most of the balance wheel within the upper left corner, typically the half barrel, the journey time mechanism, and the key less mechanism are clearly noticeable. The 1/10 second indication on this watch is at six o'clock and the date continues to be removed.



Zenith is of course synonymous together with El Primero, and even though neither of them has a wathe function, the El 3620 (or the skeletonized version of the 3620 SK) is based on the architecture on the legendary automatic chronograph. Through the back, the action appears the same, but from the top, it's clearly a completely various story. The four-point star-shaped dial, through which you can see often the hollow main board and also the parts of the running system. Other differences between the 2 are the 1/10th position with the second subdial (at 9' for the closed dial and also 6' for the open dial) and the date. It is available in Defy Skyline, however, not in Defy Skyline Skeletal system.



You could discussion the significance of the 1/10th of the second indication on a non-chronograph watch, but it does have connected with the El Primero's higher frequency of 5Hz. It is powered directly by the escapement, with a silicon escape wheel along with lever. When the five-point star-shaped oscillating weight is completely wound, the movement can offer a power reserve of sixty hours. To complement the darkish exterior of the exterior, nearly the entire movement also includes a dark hue, with just a few components breaking up the boring color scheme.



Zenith presents a complete group of black ceramic Defy Scenery or Defy Skyline Bones watches with black fine ceramic bracelet and black rubberized strap. Both can be effortlessly swapped thanks to the incorporated quick release system, among the easiest to use I've skilled. Simple buttons at the back of the case back release the actual bracelet, and the rubber band snaps easily into location and vice versa. Personally, I believe the best way to go is with a complete ceramic bracelet, as the suit and finish is excellent. The plastic strap also feels great on the wrist, so when it comes to comfort, either will do. The particular quick-release buttons also avoid puncture the skin, which is satisfying.



It seems really cool on the wrist and it is very well made. Whether you like the full stealth mode of your closed dial or the type of a skeletonized dial, both of these avant-garde luxury sports timepieces are a joy to wear.



Personally, I like to notice as much of the movement as you can, and generally prefer a single sub-dial placed at the bottom of the switch, so I went with the Escape Skyline Skeleton. To me, this timepiece face looks more well balanced despite its busier design. The vertical arrangement from the hands is accentuated through the four-point structure on the movements, which is more telling in my experience.



TECH SPECS - ZENITH DEFY SKYLINE BLACK CERAMIC AND DEFY SKYLINE SKELETON BLACK CERAMIC

Case: Diameter 41mm x Height 11. 6mm - Faceted black porcelain case, satin-brushed and refined - 12-sided bezel, up and down brushed - Screw-down overhead - Double-sided sapphire amazingly - 100m water resistance

Dial: Black dial, sunray pattern or skeleton call - rhodium plated, faceted and coated with SuperLuminova SLN C1 hour indicators and hands - different minute track - 1/10 sub-second display at nine o'clock or 6 o'clock ( Skeleton) - particular date window at 3 o’clock with regard to non-skeleton reference

Motion: El Primero 3620 (SK in skeletonized version), in one facility - automatic winding : 36, 000vph - main hours and minutes, 1/10th of a second indication ~ power reserve approx. 60 hrs - star rotor, satin-finished - skeletonised Skeletonized primary board and bridges

Strap: Black ceramic band and folding clasp -- additional black rubber straps with black PVD stainless-steel buckle and folding hold.

Ref: 49. 9300. 3620/21. I001 (Defy Skyline)

49. 9300. 3620/78. I001 (Defy Skyline Skeleton)