ZENITH DEFY Extreme E Copper X Prix Limited Edition

The next race of the 2022 Extreme E championship is scheduled on 24 & 25 September at the Atacama Desert, one of the world’s leading copper mining areas. Commemorating this race, the ZENITH DEFY Extreme E Copper X Prix watch combines carbon fibre and titanium with earthy tones inspired by the copper mines of the Atacama region, while incorporating recycled and upcycled elements from the championship.

Based on the ZENITH DEFY Extreme Carbon, the world’s lightest and most robust 1/100th of a second automatic high-frequency chronograph, the new watch incorporates upcycled elements from the championship with the back-to-back races’ official colour of warm coppery-brown.

The DEFY Extreme E “Copper X Prix” edition is crafted in lightweight yet highly durable carbon fibre, including the crown and chronograph pushers. Emphasizing the boldly angular geometry of the case, the pusher protectors as well as the twelve-sided bezel are made in microblasted titanium.

The open multi-layered dial consists of tinted sapphire crystal elements, embellished with coppery-brown accents that evoke the dry, rocky terrain and copper mines of the Chilean desert.

Partially visible through the dial is the fastest automatic high-frequency chronograph calibre in production. Offering1/100th of a second time measurements, it comes with two escapements independently beating at 36’000 VpH for the timekeeping part and 360’000 VpH for the chronograph function. The movement is also visible through the sapphire display back, emblazoned with the Copper X Prix logo.

The DEFY Extreme E “Copper X Prix” comes with a rubber strap infused with materials of upcycled Continental Cross Contact tires that were used in the first season’s races.

Matching the Copper X Prix copper-brown accents on the dial, the Velcro strap features a black rubber central element surrounded by a brown cordura-effect rubber inlay.

The ZENITH DEFY Extreme E “Copper X Prix” comes with two additional straps in black rubber and black Velcro. These straps can be easily swapped without any tools by using the case back’s ingenious and intuitive quick strap-change mechanism.

The DEFY Extreme E “Copper X Prix” is a limited edition of only 20 pieces. It will be available exclusively at ZENITH physical and online boutiques around the world.

Box

The DEFY Extreme E “Copper X Prix” comes packaged in a suitably sturdy waterproof and crushproof watch case inspired by the extreme conditions of the rally, incorporating various upcycled elements from the side-lines of the first season’s races. The case’s lid coating is made from E-grip recycled tires, while the plate covering is made from parts of an Extreme E racing tarpaulin.

Technical details

Model: Zenith Defy Extreme E – Copper X Prix Edition
Reference: 10.9100.9004-5/27. I307

Movement
El Primero 9004
1/100th of a second Chronograph movement
Exclusive dynamic signature of one rotation per second for the Chrono hand
1 escapement for the Watch (36,000 VpH – 5 Hz)
1 escapement for the Chronograph (360,000 VpH – 50 Hz)
Certified Chronometer
Frequency: 36,000 VpH (5 Hz)
Power reserve: Min. 50 hours

Functions
Hours and minutes in the centre
Small seconds at 9 o’clock
1/100th of a second Chronograph: Central chronograph hand that makes one turn each second. 30-minute counter at 3 o’clock. 60-second counter at 6 o’clock
Chronograph power-reserve indication at 12 o’clock

Finishes
Black colored main plate on movement
Special black colored oscillating weight with satined finishings

Case
Material: Carbon & Microblasted Titanium
Diameter: 45mm
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Water resistance: 20 ATM

Dial
Tinted sapphire with three black-coloured counters
Hour markers: Rhodium-plated, faceted and coated with SuperLuminova SLN C1
Hands: Rhodium-plated, faceted and coated with SuperLuminova SLN C1

Bracelet
Full Interchangeable strap system
Copper Recycled tires Velcro Strap and a 2nd strap included
Microblasted Titanium Triple folding clasp

Price
26,900 CHF