Zenith introduces the Defy Skyline White Ceramic Skeleton

Zenith expands its Defy Skyline collection with its first white ceramic model in this range, tthe Defy Skyline White Ceramic Skeleton. Price € 18,300

Zenith is expanding its Defy Skyline collection with the introduction of its first white ceramic model in this range, the Defy Skyline White Ceramic Skeleton.

With this new edition, which follows the Defy Skyline Skeleton in stainless steel presented in 2023, Zenith combines the symmetrical, openworked movement and dial with a highly scratch-resistant white ceramic exterior that alternates satin-brushed and polished surfaces.

Characterised by a faceted bezel with twelve sides, the 41 mm case guarantees water-resistance of 10 ATM (100 metres / 330 feet), thanks also to its screw-down crown.

The watch is matched with a white ceramic bracelet with a folding clasp and comes with an additional white rubber strap with a starry sky pattern and folding clasp.

The blue openworked dial stands out against the white ceramic exterior, revealing many components of the high-frequency automatic El Primero calibre 3620 SK, which is built with an architecture similar to that of the El Primero 3600 1/10th of a second chronograph.

The 1/10th of a second hand is driven directly by the escapement, which beats at 5 Hz (36,000 vibrations per hour). 

The applied baton hour markers, as well as the central hour and minute hands, are filled with Super-LumiNova SLN C1 for improved legibility in low-light conditions. 

The movement is also visible through the transparent sapphire crystal case back, where the bi-directional rotor with a star motif oscillates to deliver a power reserve of approximately 55 hours.

The new Zenith Defy Skyline White Ceramic Skeleton, ref. 49.9301.3620/79.I001, has a suggested retail price of € 18,300 / US$ 17,500. zenith-watches.com

Suggested reading:

- The history of the Zenith El Primero