Zenith Defy 03.0526.4021

Zenith Defy Classic Open El Primero 18K Gold & SS

The Zenith Defy Classic Open El Primero (notably ref. 03.0526.4021) is a robust, early-2000s sports watch combining a 46.5mm stainless steel case, 300m water resistance, and the high-beat Calibre 4021 automatic movement. It features a distinctive "open heart" dial at 10 o'clock, exposing the escapement, alongside a 30-minute chronograph and power reserve indicator. Key Details & Specifications: Case Size: 46.5mm (approx. 17mm thick). Movement: Automatic El Primero 4021 SC (36,000 vph, ~50-hour power reserve). Design Features: "Open heart" skeleton display at 10 o'clock, 30-minute counter at 3 o'clock, and power reserve display at 6 o'clock. Durability: 300m (1000ft) water resistance, uni-directional rotating bezel, and screw-down crown. Materials: 18K Rose Gold, Stainless steel case, sapphire crystal, and 18K/SS band. Styling & Performance: The watch offers a, bold, "luxury diver" style often called "diving chronograph" due to its high water resistance and functional bezel. It is highly durable and features the iconic high-frequency El Primero movement for precise chronograph functionality. Only worn a few times, it comes with original paperwork, watch tag, and inner and outer boxes. Solid 18K gold links and bezel. Not sure the total gold content weight but I would guess this watch has at least a couple ounces of 18k gold. This watch keeps better time than my Rolex and the detail and precision is impeccable. They only made a few thousand of these and this might be your only chance to purchase one of these rare, extraordinary watches, especially in this exceptional condition. Still has some of the original protective plastic on part of the buckle.