Zenith Defy Extreme Jungle watch
Precision, perfect timing, exacting aesthetics and the spirit of adventure come together in the newest Zenith Defy Extreme Jungle watch. Bold and daring, the new piece, limited to just 50 pieces, captures the untamed energy and mystique of the jungle. Designed to appeal to the nature and exploring lover in all of us, this new watch sadly concludes Zenith’s trilogy of 1/100th-of-a-second chronograph series inspired by extreme environments. Following the desert’s scorching influences and the icy expanse of glaciers, the Jungle Edition immerses wearers in a journey of rich textures, wild hues, and unmatched technical prowess.
The subsidiary dials of the Zenith Defy Extreme Jungle watch boast orange and black tiger stripes against a lush green-foliage backdrop.
The Defy Extreme Jungle exudes strength with its brushed titanium 45mm case, while its dodecagonal bezel and pusher protectors, crafted from Tiger’s Eye gemstone, bring an organic vibrancy to the design. Known for its captivating golden-brown striations and silky sheen, Tiger’s Eye evokes the enigmatic beauty of its namesake predator, radiating both ferocity and elegance. The natural variations in this rare stone make each watch unique, a personal totem for the wearer.
The Tiger Eye stone used in the Zenith Defy Extreme Jungle watch recalls the wilderness and nature, and also evokes a wood-like finish.
The open sapphire dial serves as a window to the beating heart of the Defy Extreme Jungle, tinted green to echo lush foliage. The applied counters are imbued with tiger-stripe hues, and the beige SuperLuminova-coated markers and hands ensure legibility, even under the canopy’s dim light. The watch is water resistant to 200 meters, attesting to its ability to function in harsh environments and beneath jungle canopies.
The intricate workings of Zenith’s El Primero 9004 caliber are revealed through the dial and the exhibition case back, showcasing a mechanical marvel. This automatic chronograph, an evolution of Zenith’s groundbreaking El Primero, is capable of measuring time to an extraordinary 1/100th-of-a-second precision. Its dual escapements—one beating at 36,000 vibrations per hour (5 Hz) for timekeeping, the other at a staggering 360,000 vibrations per hour (50 Hz) for the chronograph—underscore Zenith’s horological mastery.
The Zenith Defy Extreme Jungle watch is made in a limited edition of just 50 pieces.
True to the jungle theme, the movement features a khaki green main plate and a satin-brushed oscillating weight in the same hue. The chronograph seconds hand makes a mesmerizing full rotation every second, symbolizing the pulse of the wild. Practicality meets adaptability with an interchangeable strap system operated via push buttons on the case back. The Jungle Edition includes three distinct straps: a robust titanium bracelet, a khaki green rubber strap embossed with jungle-inspired motifs, and a black Velcro strap, ensuring versatility in any setting.
Priced at $26,900, the Defy Extreme Jungle is an invitation to embrace the wild, to seek adventure, and to conquer uncharted terrains with precision and style. The downside: just 50 will be made.
The Zenith Defy Extreme Jungle watch retails for $26,900.
