The Wristwatch Field Guide

Zenith Defy Extreme Carbon

10.9100.9004/22.I200

The Zenith Defy Extreme Carbon is a current-production chronograph watch with a carbon fibre case. It is priced well above the $5,150 median for the category. The caseback is open, so the movement is visible.

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Price
$27,500
Material
Carbon
Grade / type
Carbon fibre
Water resistance
200 m
Reference
10.9100.9004/22.I200
Type
Chronograph
Case diameter
45.0 mm
Thickness
15.4 mm
Origin
Switzerland
Movement
Automatic 1/100th chronograph
Caliber
El Primero 9004
Power reserve
50 hours
Complications
Chronograph
Colour
Black
Construction
Assembled
Caseback
Sapphire
Nickel-free
Not verified (bracelet, strap, or clasp hardware not confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
Rubber strap
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
Yes
Dial
Openworked
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
Lug-to-lug, Weight, Hardness, Surface treatment, Matching bracelet
High confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: Zenith Defy Extreme (maker) / Monochrome Maker / listing ↗
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Frequently asked questions

What is the case material of the Zenith Defy Extreme Carbon?

The Zenith Defy Extreme Carbon has a carbon fibre case with a sapphire caseback. This is confirmed against the maker spec.

What size is the Zenith Defy Extreme Carbon?

It is 45.0 mm in diameter, 15.4 mm thick, and water resistant to 200 m.

How much does the Zenith Defy Extreme Carbon cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $27,500.

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