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Zenith Defy Extreme 45mm (microblasted titanium)

97.9100.9004.02.I001

The Zenith Defy Extreme 45mm (microblasted titanium) is a current-production integrated bracelet watch with a titanium (grade undisclosed) case, finished with microblasted titanium. It is priced above the $13,300 median for the category. The caseback is open, so the movement is visible.

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Price
$20,100
Material
Titanium
Grade / type
Titanium (grade undisclosed)
Water resistance
200 m
Reference
97.9100.9004.02.I001
Type
Integrated bracelet
Case diameter
45.0 mm
Thickness
15.4 mm
Lug-to-lug
51 mm
Origin
Switzerland
Movement
Automatic (high-frequency chronograph)
Caliber
Zenith El Primero 9004
Power reserve
50 h
Complications
Chronograph, Date
Colour
Grey
Surface treatment
Microblasted titanium
Nickel-free
Not verified (contact-point materials not all confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
Titanium
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
Yes
Dial
Black (openworked, tinted sapphire)
Dial colours
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
Weight, Hardness, Construction, Caseback, Matching bracelet
Medium confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: Zenith
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Frequently asked questions

What is the case material of the Zenith Defy Extreme 45mm (microblasted titanium)?

The Zenith Defy Extreme 45mm (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 Extreme 45mm (microblasted titanium)?

It is 45.0 mm in diameter, 15.4 mm thick, 51 mm lug to lug, and water resistant to 200 m.

How much does the Zenith Defy Extreme 45mm (microblasted titanium) cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $20,100.

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