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Benzsiam · 30 January 2021, 02:29 AM

I think this model will sell like a hotcakes, so it will be hard to find a discount for now.

raclaims · 30 January 2021, 02:30 AM

Agreed, I believe this will be a game changer for the brand.

petay993 · 30 January 2021, 06:23 AM

Ordered tonight from a UK based AD.

One piece in stock, mine now.

Will be couriered over Sunday afternoon so will post a review when it lands.

Black dial bracelet model. Always had a soft spot for the brand but first time on the wrist!

Something to enjoy whilst I wait and wait and wait for my Snoopy 50th.

gnuyork · 30 January 2021, 08:57 AM

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Originally Posted by vh2k

Fair point... but variety is the spice of life, my friend.

Plenty of "collectors" who have a few Rolex and Omega (and maybe JLC, VC, Breitling, or whatever, etc.) AND they've always wanted to have a Zenith but haven't gotten around to it. This may tick all the boxes for them.

But, clearly, the larger market for the Zenith are people who love chronographs, don't have a Daytona, and see an opportunity to add a phenomenal reference (that is arguably better than a Daytona) to their collection with a hassle-free buying experience (like the good ol' days).

Of course, many collectors would choose a Daytona over this -- IF THEY HAD THE CHOICE. But, they don't. They can't get the Daytona... and they feel they NEVER will. So, it's a false choice. It's this or nothing. Plenty of people will choose and love this.

No doubt. And I'm not knocking Zenith, but this reference is not for me. As I mentioned, I love the previous 38mm. 41mm is a tad too large for me unfortunately. And I've never been a fan of ceramic bezels.

I'm sure it's a great watch though. Again not knocking it.

Stevec14 · 31 January 2021, 06:50 AM

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Originally Posted by ralpie

After putting the watch on this morning, it looks a lot less like a Daytona on the wrist than I initially thought. It actually reminds me more of my old Striking 10th.

I still can't decide if I want to keep it, so I have not sized the bracelet- they offer bracelet sizing on their site- heads up to any prospective buyers out there...wish I went for that so that I could really try it on without voiding my returnability. Anyway here are some photos for y'all.

What are your thoughts on the bracelet? In the pics it looks like there is a bit of a gap between the end links and lug at the side. Is the fit ok? How’s the clasp?

enicar · 31 January 2021, 07:35 AM

"The cases are full of unknown brands — brands which are barely familiar to even most watch people: Moser, Chopard, JLC, IWC, Arnold, Baume, Breguet, Glashutte, and I could go on and on."

Unknown brands? Are you serious?

alphadweller · 31 January 2021, 09:32 AM

The black dial is really stunning. I love it. Already out of stock on their webpage, wow.

Etschell · 31 January 2021, 10:13 AM

These will be more available post w&w. Smart move to release prior.

red1108nyc · 1 February 2021, 01:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ralpie

After putting the watch on this morning, it looks a lot less like a Daytona on the wrist than I initially thought. It actually reminds me more of my old Striking 10th.

I still can't decide if I want to keep it, so I have not sized the bracelet- they offer bracelet sizing on their site- heads up to any prospective buyers out there...wish I went for that so that I could really try it on without voiding my returnability. Anyway here are some photos for y'all.

Thanks so much for sharing with us. I think black is the one for me!

To help you with double headed screws, this tool should help:

https://youtu.be/ton2cQ6wbiU

scottwmitch · 1 February 2021, 11:52 PM

This watch is sweet! Does anyone have any pictures of the rubber strap clasp? I'm curious what that looks like. Cheers.

30 January 2021, 02:29 AM	#61
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31 January 2021, 10:13 AM	#68
Etschell "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Watch: platinum sub Posts: 15,884	These will be more available post w&w. Smart move to release prior. __________________ If you wind it, they will run. 25 or 6 to 4.

30 January 2021, 02:30 AM	#62
raclaims "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 2,605	Agreed, I believe this will be a game changer for the brand.

30 January 2021, 06:23 AM	#63
petay993 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Pete Location: Cheshire, UK Watch: FXD MN21, BLRO Posts: 434	Ordered tonight from a UK based AD. One piece in stock, mine now. Will be couriered over Sunday afternoon so will post a review when it lands. Black dial bracelet model. Always had a soft spot for the brand but first time on the wrist! Something to enjoy whilst I wait and wait and wait for my Snoopy 50th.

31 January 2021, 07:35 AM	#66
enicar "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: somewhere Posts: 77	"The cases are full of unknown brands — brands which are barely familiar to even most watch people: Moser, Chopard, JLC, IWC, Arnold, Baume, Breguet, Glashutte, and I could go on and on." Unknown brands? Are you serious?

31 January 2021, 09:32 AM	#67
alphadweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Real Name: Vic Location: Spain Watch: SD43 Posts: 6,104	The black dial is really stunning. I love it. Already out of stock on their webpage, wow.

1 February 2021, 11:52 PM	#70
scottwmitch "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: USA Posts: 649	This watch is sweet! Does anyone have any pictures of the rubber strap clasp? I'm curious what that looks like. Cheers.

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