About the Zenith Defy Collection
Zenith relaunched the Defy name in the modern era as a showcase for the brand's most innovative watchmaking, tracing its roots to Zenith's history of producing high-frequency movements and record-setting oscillators. The Defy Skyline, introduced in the early 2020s, features an integrated bracelet or strap design with a geometric star-motif dial that references the shape of Zenith's proprietary silicon oscillator, giving the line a coherent visual identity across all dial colors. The Defy Skyline Tourbillon elevates the line further with a flying tourbillon complication and skeletonized construction visible through open-worked dials, offered in steel and ceramic cases including the distinctive all-black ceramic variant and the artist-collaboration Felipe Pantone edition with its tinted sapphire dial. The Defy Ultrablue 21 sits within Zenith's El Primero 21 ecosystem, featuring a matte titanium case and rubber strap built for dynamic, high-frequency timekeeping.
What to Look For
Buyers choosing between Defy Skyline references should weigh case material first, as the ceramic black sunburst model offers greater scratch resistance and a stealthier aesthetic compared to the polished and brushed steel variants, while dial color, ranging from neutral silver and grey to bold ice blue, metallic pink, and tinted sapphire, significantly affects collectibility and resale value. The Skyline Tourbillon references, identifiable by the 3630 caliber designation in their reference numbers, command a substantial premium over the standard Skyline 3620-based models and represent the top of the Defy Skyline hierarchy. For buyers seeking a technically distinct piece, the Defy Ultrablue 21 in titanium with silver dial and rubber strap offers a different movement architecture and a lighter-wearing case that sets it apart from the steel and ceramic Skyline lineup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the Zenith Defy watches at Bizak and Co. new or pre-owned?
Every Zenith Defy listed at Bizak and Co. is brand new, meaning each piece comes unworn in its original Zenith packaging with all accompanying documentation and factory warranty. This gives buyers full manufacturer coverage and the assurance of a completely fresh watch.
What is the difference between the Zenith Defy Skyline and the Defy Skyline Tourbillon?
The standard Defy Skyline uses an automatic movement and presents sunburst or metallic-patterned solid dials in a clean, integrated-bracelet package, while the Defy Skyline Tourbillon adds a flying tourbillon complication with open-worked dial construction that makes the movement architecture the centerpiece. The Tourbillon is also available in additional materials including black ceramic and in limited artist-collaboration editions such as the Felipe Pantone tinted sapphire dial, making it the more exclusive and higher-priced tier of the Skyline family.
What case materials are available in the Zenith Defy collection for sale at Bizak and Co.?
The Defy references currently available span stainless steel, black ceramic, and matte titanium, each offering a distinct look and wearability profile. Steel is the most versatile and broadly available, ceramic provides exceptional hardness and a bold blacked-out aesthetic, and titanium, found on the Defy Ultrablue 21, makes for a noticeably lighter watch on the wrist.
Buy, trade, or sell. Contact Bizak & Co. for pricing and availability on any reference in this collection.
