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Zenith Defy 21 Ultraviolet (microblasted titanium)

97.9001.9004.80.R922

The Zenith Defy 21 Ultraviolet (microblasted titanium) is a current-production integrated bracelet watch with a titanium (grade undisclosed) case, finished with microblasted titanium. It is priced close to the $13,300 median for the category. The caseback is open, so the movement is visible.

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Price
$13,100
Material
Titanium
Grade / type
Titanium (grade undisclosed)
Water resistance
100 m
Reference
97.9001.9004.80.R922
Type
Integrated bracelet
Case diameter
44.0 mm
Thickness
14.5 mm
Origin
Switzerland
Movement
Automatic (1/100th chronograph)
Caliber
Zenith El Primero 9004
Power reserve
50 h
Complications
Chronograph, Power reserve
Colour
Grey
Surface treatment
Microblasted titanium
Nickel-free
Not verified (contact-point materials not all confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
Rubber strap
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
Yes
Dial
Purple open-worked
Dial colours
Purple
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
Lug-to-lug, Weight, Hardness, Construction, Caseback, Matching bracelet
Medium confidence Verified Jun 2026 Source: Zenith
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Frequently asked questions

What is the case material of the Zenith Defy 21 Ultraviolet (microblasted titanium)?

The Zenith Defy 21 Ultraviolet (microblasted titanium) has a titanium (grade undisclosed) case. It is recorded at medium confidence pending a maker-stated material.

What size is the Zenith Defy 21 Ultraviolet (microblasted titanium)?

It is 44.0 mm in diameter, 14.5 mm thick, and water resistant to 100 m.

How much does the Zenith Defy 21 Ultraviolet (microblasted titanium) cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $13,100.

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