Zenith Launches Very Important Defy Skyline

In the world of watches, not all creations are equal. Some are just more important than others because, like any other industry, market share and profitability play an essential role. With a few exceptions, this is usually not achieved with very highly complicated, limited edition, pieces but more with a strong base collection. Zenith is strengthening theirs with the introduction of the Defy Skyline.

The Defy Skyline is, what is often referred to as, a three-hander. This means that next to hours and minutes, it also displays the seconds, often complemented by a date function. Zenith opted for a case diameter of 41mm, giving the watch a strong profile. Its character is further enhanced by the bezel, for which the brand took inspiration from the very first Defy, the A3642. A large crown makes winding and setting the watch a breeze. The Defy Skyline won’t need either that often as it is fitted with an automatic movement and a generous 60-hour power reserve. Zenith wanted to make sure that its latest creation would uphold in any circumstance, and with a water resistance of 100 meters, it is certainly not afraid of water either.

It also comes with an interchangeable strap system, allowing you to swap from a metal bracelet to a rubber strap in mere minutes. The subdial for the seconds sets the Defy Skyline even further apart, which moves with 1/10th increments. This is thanks to manufacture caliber 3620, which runs at 36,000 VpH/5 Hz. This beautifully finished movement can be admired through the sapphire caseback. The Defy Skyline launches in three different dial colors, black, blue, and silver. All feature a pattern on the dial inspired by the night sky. A generous coating of SuperLuminova on both the hands and the hour markers ensures that when you admire the real nights’ sky yourself, you can still read the time just as easily.