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Zenith Defy 21 Ultraviolet (microblasted titanium)

97.9001.9004.80.R922

The Zenith Defy 21 Ultraviolet (microblasted titanium) is a 44 mm titanium integrated-bracelet sports watch with a Zenith El Primero 9004 automatic movement. At 44 mm across, it is larger than 90% of the 117 titanium integrated-bracelet sports watches in the guide.

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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
Finish technology
Natural finish
Nickel-free
Unconfirmed (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 grade of titanium is the Zenith Defy 21 Ultraviolet (microblasted titanium)?

Titanium, with no grade stated. The record is at medium confidence, so check the maker's page before relying on it.

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

The case is 44 mm across and 14.5 mm thick. It is water resistant to 100 m.

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

It is in production, at a list price of $13,100.

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