Zenith Unveils Three Anniversary Editions of Its Well-Loved Watches, Colored in Shades of Blue for Celebration of Its 160th Anniversary
Zenith Unveils Limited-Edition Blue Ceramic Watch Trio for its 160th Anniversary
Zenith, the Swiss luxury watchmaker, has announced a special collection to mark its 160th anniversary. The collection, named the 160th anniversary blue ceramic trio, consists of three distinctive chronographs: the Chronomaster Sport, Defy Skyline Chronograph, and Pilot Big Date Flyback. Each watch is limited to 160 pieces.
A Modern Take on Classic Design
The collection pays tribute to Zenith's heritage while embracing a modern aesthetic. The watches feature a bold, specially designed blue ceramic case, a "160th Anniversary" oscillating weight, and a sapphire caseback, offering a glimpse of the iconic El Primero movement.
The Chronomaster Sport
The Chronomaster Sport (160th anniversary Edition) boasts a tricolored overlapping totalizer design with red hand tips, adding a dynamic touch to its monochromatic blue ceramic case. The watch is powered by the El Primero 3600, offering 1/10th of a second chronograph readings and a 60-hour power reserve.
The Defy Skyline Chronograph
The Defy Skyline Chronograph (160th anniversary Edition) resembles a modern take on the classic 1969 model, with a tricompax layout similar to the Chronomaster. It is more monochromatic in aesthetic compared to the Chronomaster. Under the hood, it also uses the El Primero 3600 movement.
The Pilot Big Date Flyback
The Pilot Big Date Flyback (160th anniversary Edition) stands out with its patented date window that changes in about 0.007 of a second each morning. It features a pair of subdials, one for the running seconds and the other for a 30-minute chronograph counter. Powering this watch is the El Primero 3652 automatic, offering a 5-Hz beat rate and 60 hours of power reserve. Unlike the Chronomaster and Defy Skyline Chronograph, the Pilot Big Date Flyback has a titanium case for the pushers and crown, instead of blue ceramic.
Available as a Set
The collection is available as a three-piece set, and the prices range from $15,500 for the Pilot Big Date Flyback to $23,800 for the Defy Skyline Chronograph. The price for the collectible box set can be obtained by contacting Zenith. The Pilot Big Date Flyback comes with fabric-looking rubber straps in either blue or white, instead of a blue ceramic bracelet.
In conclusion, Zenith's 160th anniversary blue ceramic trio offers a unique blend of tradition and innovation, celebrating the brand's rich history while pushing the boundaries of watchmaking technology. Each watch is a limited-edition piece, making them a valuable addition to any watch collection.
The 160th anniversary blue ceramic trio by Zenith showcases a modern style with a nod to classic design, showcasing three distinctive chronographs: the Chronomaster Sport, Defy Skyline Chronograph, and Pilot Big Date Flyback. Each watch showcases a "160th Anniversary" oscillating weight and a sapphire caseback, highlighting the iconic El Primero movement's technology.
