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a subtle tribute to the Paris Olympics

As the Paris Olympic Games approach, watchmaker Zenith is making a big splash with the launch of an exclusive limited edition. The new Defy Skyline Paris Edition sports a dial with an unprecedented gradient that is sure to cause a sensation among enthusiasts. But be careful, this exceptional piece will only be available in France and in very limited quantities. Discover all the details of this creation that is already shaping up to be a future collector's item.

A design inspired by the rooftops of Paris

The Defy Skyline Paris Edition features the collectionโ€™s iconic 41mm stainless steel case. But itโ€™s the dial that immediately catches the eye. Zenith has opted for a verdigris gradient inspired by the oxidized copper rooftops of the French capital.

This bold aesthetic choice is reminiscent of the original Defy models from the 60s and 70s. The filigree Zenith logo pattern and the off-center 1/10th of a second counter at 9 o'clock complete this unique composition.

Performance worthy of the Zenith reputation

Beneath this exceptional dial beats the El Primero 3620 caliber. This automatic movement displays a frequency of 36,000 vibrations per hour, allowing the display of 1/10th of a second.

Visible through the sapphire crystal case back, it features a star-shaped rotor and careful finishing. A special โ€œEdition Parisโ€ engraving and the serial number recall the exclusive nature of this piece.

An ultra-limited edition reserved for the French market

Only 50 copies of the Defy Skyline Paris Edition will be produced. A rarity that risks frustrating many enthusiasts around the world. Indeed, this watch will be exclusively available in French Zenith boutiques and on the brand's website for France.

To compensate for this exclusivity, Zenith delivers the watch with an additional black rubber strap and a custom-made case made locally.

A premium price for an exceptional piece

The Defy Skyline Paris Edition is priced at โ‚ฌ9,900. Thatโ€™s a โ‚ฌ500 premium over the standard model in the collection. A supplement that seems justified given the exclusive nature of this edition and its additional accessories.

A watch that should appeal well beyond France

With its subtle yet evocative design, the Defy Skyline Paris Edition stands out as a successful tribute to the upcoming Olympic Games. Its refined aesthetics and watchmaking performance make it a piece likely to appeal to both collectors and lovers of beautiful objects.

Let's hope that Zenith will offer other gradient versions for the rest of the world. In the meantime, this Parisian edition may well become one of the most coveted objects of the watchmaking summer.

The Zenith Defy Skyline ร‰dition Paris stands out as a watchmaking creation that is both elegant and high-performance. Its uniquely gradient dial and its rarity make it a collector's item in the making. A great success for Zenith, which once again proves its ability to innovate while remaining faithful to its heritage.

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