New Releases · 2026-07-07
The DEFY Extreme returns in ultraviolet.
A violet sapphire dial reveals the architecture of Zenith’s dual-escapement chronograph.
By Chronolume digest · Original English summary · Based on Zenith
What to know
Zenith’s DEFY Extreme Ultraviolet applies a violet-toned display to a microblasted titanium case. The 45 mm design revisits the colour language of the earlier DEFY 21 Ultraviolet while adopting the more angular construction of the Extreme collection. Violet-tinted sapphire lets the movement remain part of the dial’s appearance.
Its automatic El Primero 9004 separates ordinary timekeeping from the chronograph: one escapement runs at 5 Hz, the other at 50 Hz. The central stopwatch hand completes a revolution each second, displaying hundredths. Zenith lists a 50-hour timekeeping reserve and 20 ATM water resistance. The July announcement includes a violet rubber strap, titanium bracelet and black Velcro option.
Source & attribution
Zenith · Published 2026-07-07 ↗
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