Zenith Defy El Primero, ref. 95.9002.9004/78.R590, 2020

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Superb Zenith Defy El Primero Model reference: 95.9002.9004/78.R590, Issued in 2020 and Supplied with Original Box and Paperwork, Excellent Condition. In 1969, at a press conference held on January 10th, Zenith announced the imminent launch of the first fully integrated, high-frequency, automatic chronograph movement. Codenamed 3019 PHC, this movement was renamed “El Primero”, which means “the first” in Spanish. What’s On Offer The high-frequency El Primero 21 - 1/100th chronograph in a 44mm titanium DEFY case, paired with a textured blue rubber Zenith strap and deployant clasp. Its blue automatic movement features two independent high-frequency escapements beating at 50Hz for the chronograph function and 5Hz for timekeeping. Encapsulated underneath Sapphire crystal glass, the blue skeleton dial is equipped with Rhodium-plated hands and index hour markers, also with the display back so you can when held up to the light see right through parts of the movement. 1/100th of a second Chronograph: - Central chronograph hand that makes one turn each second - 30-minute counter at 3 o'clock - 60-second counter at 6 o'clock - Chronograph power-reserve indication at 12 o'clock. Additional information Made from Case: Brushed Titanium Dial: Skeleton dial with grey and blue rimmed subdials Crystal: Anti-reflective scratch-resistant sapphire Bracelet: T extured blue rubber strap with titanium double-folding clasp Technical specifications Winding: Automatic Movement Type: Mechanical Calibre: El Primero 9004 Jewels: 53j Waterproof: 100 meters when new Power reserve: 50hrs Purchase details Condition: Superb Model Reference: 95.9002.9004/78.R590 Date of issue: 2020 Dimensions Width (without crown): 44mm Lug width: 23mm Lug height: (lug to lug) 50mm Wrist size: Adjustable More Modern Sports Watches