All The 2026 Zenith Watch Releases – Updated List
The 2026 Zenith watch releases have been surprisingly varied so far, spanning everything from vintage-inspired chronographs and modern Defy sports watches to high-end chronometry pieces powered by the legendary Calibre 135. Along the way, Zenith has continued to build out its G.F.J. collection, celebrated the 250th anniversary of the United States with a special Liberty II edition, and introduced several new takes on its signature El Primero-powered Chronomaster lineup. Here’s a look at all the 2026 Zenith watch releases so far, complete with prices, specs, release dates, and details.
Zenith G.F.J. Calibre 135 Double Signed With Naoya Hida & Co.
Release Date: June 2026
Zenith has introduced the first model in its new “Double Signed” program, partnering with Japanese independent watchmaker Naoya Hida & Co. to create a limited-edition interpretation of the G.F.J. Powered by the legendary Calibre 135, the watch combines Zenith’s most celebrated observatory chronometer movement with the restrained, vintage-inspired design language that has made Naoya Hida one of the most respected names in independent watchmaking.
Housed in a 39.15mm platinum case, the watch features a solid silver dial with all markings, including the dual Zenith and Naoya Hida & Co. signatures, hand-engraved and filled with blue Japanese urushi lacquer by master engraver Keisuke Kano. The design draws inspiration from Naoya Hida’s NH Type 2A, while gold hour and minute hands and a heat-blued small seconds hand complete the highly traditional aesthetic.
Inside is the manually wound Calibre 135, the modern re-engineering of Zenith’s most award-winning observatory chronometer movement. Operating at 2.5 Hz (18,000 vph), the COSC-certified caliber features a Breguet overcoil, stop-seconds mechanism, 72-hour power reserve, and the characteristic double arrow-shaped regulator developed by Charles Fleck. The movement is visible through the sapphire caseback and finished with broad Geneva stripes, hand chamfering, and a dark ruthenium treatment accented by gold-colored markings.
Limited to just 10 pieces and priced at $75,000, the Zenith G.F.J. Calibre 135 Double Signed With Naoya Hida & Co. is delivered with three Japanese-made straps, including Himeji Kurozan leather, Kyoto-crafted Wagyu leather, and indigo denim from Kaihara Denim.
G.F.J. Calibre 135 Naoya Hida & Co. Watch Specs
| Model | G.F.J. Calibre 135 Double Signed with Naoya Hida & Co. |
| Reference | 40.1865-2.0135/01.C220 |
| Case | Platinum case 39.15mm diameter 10.5mm thickness 45.75mm lug-to-lug Water resistance 50m |
| Dial | Solid silver dial with double Zenith and Naoya Hida & Co. signatures Hand-engraved and filled with blue Japanese urushi lacquer |
| Movement | Caliber 135 manual-winding 72-hour power reserve Frequency 18,000 vph (2.5 Hz) COSC-certified Breguet hairspring |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, small seconds, stop-seconds |
| Strap | Includes Himeji Kurozan leather, Kyoto-crafted Wagyu leather, and Kaihara Japanese denim straps with platinum pin buckle |
| Limited Edition | 10 pieces |
| 2026 Retail Price (MSRP) | $75,000 |
Zenith Chronomaster Revival Liberty II
Release Date: May 2026
Zenith has unveiled the Chronomaster Revival Liberty II to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States. Building on the success of the original Liberty edition, the new release celebrates both America’s milestone birthday and the historical influence the country had on Zenith founder Georges Favre-Jacot, whose travels to the United States helped inspire his vision of creating Switzerland’s first fully integrated watch manufacture.
Based on the iconic A384 from 1969, the Liberty II faithfully recreates the original 37mm tonneau-shaped case while adding several commemorative details. The white lacquered dial is paired with blue chronograph counters and a distinctive chronograph seconds hand featuring 13 alternating red and white stripes, representing the original American colonies. Additional red accents highlight the “250” on the tachymeter scale and the “4” on the date wheel, while the caseback is engraved with “AMERICA 250th ANNIVERSARY.”
Powering the watch is the El Primero 400 automatic chronograph caliber, a modern interpretation of the groundbreaking movement introduced in 1969. Visible via the sapphire crystal caseback and operating at 5 Hz, the movement offers a 50-hour power reserve.
The Chronomaster Revival Liberty II is offered in two United States-exclusive editions. The stainless steel Ref. 03.US384-2.400/69.M384 is limited to 250 pieces and priced at $10,600, while the forged carbon Ref. 10.US384.400/69.C823 is limited to just 25 pieces and priced at $13,400.
Chronomaster Revival A384 Liberty II Watch Specs
| Model | Chronomaster Revival A384 Liberty II Edition | Chronomaster Revival A384 Liberty II Edition |
| Reference | 03.US384-2.400/69.M384 | 10.US384.400/69.C823 |
| Case | Stainless steel case 37mm diameter Water resistance 50m Caseback engraved “AMERICA 250th ANNIVERSARY” | Forged carbon case 37mm diameter Water resistance 50m Caseback engraved “AMERICA 250th ANNIVERSARY” |
| Dial | White lacquer dial with blue counters Special Stars & Stripes-inspired chronograph hand Red-highlighted “250” on tachymeter scale and “4” on date disc | White lacquer dial with blue counters Special Stars & Stripes-inspired chronograph hand Red-highlighted “250” on tachymeter scale and “4” on date disc |
| Movement | El Primero 400 automatic chronograph 50-hour power reserve Frequency 36,000 vph (5 Hz) | El Primero 400 automatic chronograph 50-hour power reserve Frequency 36,000 vph (5 Hz) |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, small seconds, date, chronograph, tachymeter | Hours, minutes, small seconds, date, chronograph, tachymeter |
| Bracelet/Strap | Stainless steel Gay Frères ladder bracelet Additional blue Cordura-effect rubber strap | Blue Cordura-effect rubber strap |
| Limited Edition | 250 pieces U.S. exclusive | 25 pieces U.S. exclusive |
| 2026 Retail Price (MSRP) | $10,600 | $13,400 |
Chronomaster Revival A384 Tropical
Release Date: April 2026
For 2026, Zenith welcomes the new Chronomaster Revival A384 Tropical, a vintage-inspired take on one of the brand’s most important chronograph references. The watch draws design cues from rare “tropical” dials, a term collectors use to describe vintage watch dials that have naturally aged into warm brown tones after decades of exposure to sunlight and oxidation.
Rather than recreating a specific vintage example, Zenith has developed a modern interpretation of the look with a white lacquered dial paired with brown “chocolate panda” chronograph counters and a matching tachymeter scale. Applied hour markers and hands are filled with “old radium” Super-LumiNova, while a bright red chronograph seconds hand provides sharp contrast.
Like other models in the Revival collection, the watch faithfully reproduces the proportions of the original 1969 A384. The stainless steel tonneau-shaped case measures 37mm in diameter and features pump-style pushers, a date display at 4:30, and a sapphire caseback. Powering the watch is the El Primero 400 automatic chronograph caliber, a direct descendant of the groundbreaking El Primero movement introduced in 1969. Operating at 5 Hz (36,000 vph), the movement offers a 50-hour power reserve and drives the chronograph, date, and running seconds displays.
The 2026 Zenith Chronomaster Revival A384 Tropical Ref. 03.A384.400/69.M384 is priced at $10,000.
Chronomaster Revival A384 Watch Specs
| Model | Chronomaster Revival A384 |
| Reference | 03.A384.400/69.M384 |
| Case | Stainless steel case 37mm diameter Water resistance 50m |
| Dial | White lacquer dial with tropical brown counters; rhodium-plated markers and hands with “old radium” Super-LumiNova |
| Movement | El Primero 400 automatic chronograph 50-hour power reserve Frequency 36,000 vph (5 Hz) |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, small seconds, date, chronograph, tachymeter |
| Bracelet | Stainless steel Gay Frères ladder bracelet |
| 2026 Retail Price (MSRP) | $10,000 |
Chronomaster Sport Skeleton
Release Date: April 2026
Zenith leans into one of its core strengths for Watches & Wonders 2026 with a skeletonized take on the Chronomaster Sport, putting the El Primero 3600 front and center. While the standard model already hints at its mechanical chops, this version removes any ambiguity, opening up the dial to reveal the movement underneath.
The sapphire dial is lightly smoked from the edges toward the center, maintaining some contrast while still giving a clear view of the openworked architecture. Despite the added visual complexity, the layout remains familiar, with the signature overlapping 3-6-9 grey, anthracite, and blue subdials intact — a direct link back to the original 1969 El Primero. Legibility is still very much a priority here, thanks to applied markers and lume-filled hands.
Inside is the El Primero 3600SK, the same high-frequency automatic chronograph found in other Chronomaster Sport watches — but skeletonized and sans date window. The caliber runs at 5 Hz (36,000 vph) and measures 1/10th of a second via the central chronograph hand, which completes a full rotation every 10 seconds. It also features a silicon escape wheel and delivers a 60-hour power reserve, all visible through both the dial and caseback.
As always, the watch sticks to a 41mm case and is offered in multiple configurations. Stainless steel versions are available with either a black or green ceramic bezel, both fitted with steel bracelets and paired with an additional rubber strap. There’s also a rose gold version with a black ceramic bezel on a black rubber strap, along with a full rose gold variant topped with a diamond-set bezel.
Zenith also introduces its new ZENCLASP system here, a patented micro-adjustable folding clasp designed for easier on-the-fly sizing. It allows for quick adjustments directly on the wrist in 2.5mm increments, with a total adjustment range of 10mm, and is secured by a lift-up safety cover adorned with the Zenith star. The mechanism itself is fairly complex, made up of 41 components, including 10 ceramic balls that handle both the locking and positioning functions. Zenith says the clasp took three years (around 1,800 hours) to develop, and has been tested to simulate more than a decade of real-world use — over 600,000 opening and closing cycles — which gives you a sense of how seriously they’re taking this new clasp.
Pricing for the 2026 Zenith Chronomaster Sport Skeleton starts at $16,700 for the steel models and goes up to $31,500 for the rose gold version, with the limited 10-piece diamond-set edition at the top of the range, coming in at a cool $111,000.
2026 Zenith Chronomaster Sport Skeleton Watch Specs
| Model | Chronomaster Sport Skeleton (Steel) | Chronomaster Sport Skeleton (Rose Gold) | Chronomaster Sport Skeleton (Gem-Set) |
| References | 03.3130.3600/01.M3130 (black bezel) 03.3131.3600/01.M3130 (green bezel) | 18.3130.3600/01.R951 | 22.3130.3600/01.M3100 |
| Case | Stainless steel case with black or green ceramic bezel 41mm diameter 100m water resistance | 18k rose gold case with black ceramic bezel 41mm diameter 100m water resistance | 18k rose gold case 52 VVS baguette-cut diamond bezel 41mm diameter 100m water resistance |
| Dial | Openworked tinted sapphire dial with smoked black gradient and three different-colored counters | Openworked tinted sapphire dial with smoked black gradient and three different-colored counters | Openworked tinted sapphire dial with three different-colored counters Baguette-cut diamond hour markers |
| Movement | El Primero 3600 SK Automatic winding 36,000 vph (5 Hz) 60-hour power reserve; silicon escape wheel and lever column-wheel chronograph | El Primero 3600 SK Automatic winding 36,000 vph (5 Hz) 60-hour power reserve; silicon escape wheel and lever column-wheel chronograph | El Primero 3600 SK Automatic winding 36,000 vph (5 Hz) 60-hour power reserve; silicon escape wheel and lever column-wheel chronograph |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, small seconds 1/10th of a second chronograph | Hours, minutes, small seconds 1/10th of a second chronograph | Hours, minutes, small seconds 1/10th of a second chronograph |
| Bracelet | Stainless steel bracelet with micro-adjustable ZENCLASP folding clasp Additional black or green rubber strap | Black rubber strap with 18k rose gold ZENCLASP folding clasp | 18K rose gold bracelet with folding clasp Additional black rubber strap with 18K rose gold ZENCLASP folding clasp |
| Limited Edition | No | No | 10 pieces |
| 2026 Retail Prices (MSRP) | $16,700 | $31,500 | $111,000 |
Two-Tone Chronomaster Sport
Release Date: April 2026
Zenith updates the Chronomaster Sport lineup for 2026 pairing a new mother-of-pearl dial with a two-tone steel and rose gold case and bracelet. The 41mm case keeps the same proportions as the standard model, now with a rose gold bezel, crown, and pushers contrasting against the steel mid-case and bracelet.
The dial is where things really change. The mother-of-pearl base, paired with lighter, less contrast-heavy subdials, gives the watch a noticeably dressier feel compared to the usual Chronomaster Sport look. It’s still the same 3-6-9 overlapping layout, but the overall presentation is softer and a bit more refined. With its two-tone construction and mother-of-pearl dial, this one also lands squarely in Rolex Daytona alternative territory, especially given how many MOP dial variants exist within that lineup.
Inside the Chronomaster Sport is the familiar El Primero 3600 automatic chronograph movement, running at 5 Hz (36,000 vph) and capable of measuring 1/10th of a second via the central chronograph hand, which completes a full rotation every 10 seconds. The speedy movement offers a 60-hour power reserve and is visible through the sapphire caseback.
The two-tone theme continues onto the bracelet, with rose gold center links, and Zenith also includes an additional black rubber strap. Limited to 50 pieces, the Chronomaster Sport Two-Tone (ref. 51.3102.3600/01.M3100) is priced at $20,100.
2026 Zenith Two-Tone Chronomaster Sport Watch Specs
| Model | Chronomaster Sport |
| Reference | 51.3102.3600/01.M3100 |
| Case | Stainless steel and 18K rose gold case 41mm diameter 100 meters water resistance |
| Dial | Mother-of-pearl dial with three different-colored counters Date window at 4:30 |
| Movement | El Primero 3600 Automatic winding 36,000 vph (5 Hz) 60-hour power reserve Column-wheel chronograph |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, small seconds Date at 4:30 1/10th of a second chronograph |
| Bracelet | Stainless steel and 18K rose gold bracelet with folding clasp Additional black rubber strap with folding clasp |
| Limited Edition | 50 pieces |
| 2026 Retail Price (MSRP) | $20,100 |
G.F.J. Bloodstone and Tantalum
Release Date: April 2026
Zenith continues building out its G.F.J. collection for 2026, doubling down on the revived Calibre 135 with two very different executions: a yellow gold model with a stone dial and a more limited tantalum version.
At the core of both of these 2026 Zenith watch releases is the same story. Originally developed between 1949 and 1962, the Calibre 135 was purpose-built for observatory chronometry trials, with the competition-spec 135-O going on to win 235 prizes, including five consecutive first-place finishes at the Neuchâtel Observatory. Rather than simply reissuing the movement, the brand re-engineered it for modern use while keeping its defining architecture intact, including the oversized balance wheel and offset center wheel.
The updated manual-winding Calibre 135, which made its debut as part of the 2025 Zenith watch releases, runs at 18,000 vph (2.5 Hz), now with a 72-hour power reserve, a stop-seconds mechanism, and COSC certification with accuracy rated to +/-2 seconds per day. It also retains traditional elements like the Breguet overcoil and double arrow regulator, which feels appropriate given the movement’s original purpose.
The flashier of the two comes in a 39.5mm yellow gold case (ref. 30.1865.0135/56.C216) with a stepped bezel, sculptural lugs, and a box-style sapphire crystal, emphasizing that vintage chronometer look. The three-part dial includes a central bloodstone disc, which, somewhat confusingly, is mostly green with red flecks rather than something I’d expect to be called “blood.” There’s also a mother-of-pearl small seconds at 6 o’clock, and a guilloché outer ring inspired by the brickwork of Zenith’s manufacture. It’s a bold mix of materials and textures — perhaps even a little overdone for some. This version is delivered with three strap options: a beige nubuck alligator, a green alligator, and a black calfskin, paired with a gold pin buckle. Zenith also offers the option to purchase an 18k yellow gold bracelet with a double folding clasp. Limited to 161 pieces, the G.F.J. Bloodstone is priced at $51,900.
Then there’s the second, quieter release. The tantalum version (ref. 98.1865.0135/21.C205), limited to just 20 pieces, swaps the warm gold case for something heavier and far more difficult to work with. Tantalum isn’t used often at this level for a reason; it’s dense, hard, and notoriously challenging to finish. The dial follows the more restrained approach, with a black onyx center, grey mother-of-pearl small seconds, and the same brick-pattern guilloché outer ring. Diamond hour markers add a touch of flash, but overall, this one is much more understated compared to the bloodstone version. Again, Zenith delivers this version with three straps: a blue nubuck alligator, a black alligator, and a gray calfskin, fitted with a titanium pin buckle. Due to its tougher-to-work-with material and much smaller production run, the G.F.J. Tantalum is priced at $83,400.
2026 Zenith G.F.J. Watch Specs
| Model | G.F.J. (Yellow Gold) | G.F.J. (Tantalum) |
| Reference | 30.1865.0135/56.C216 | 98.1865.0135/21.C205 |
| Case | 18K yellow gold case 39.15mm diameter 10.5mm thickness 45.75mm lug-to-lug 50m water resistance | Tantalum case 39.15mm diameter 10.5mm thickness 45.75mm lug-to-lug 50m water resistance |
| Dial | Brick guilloché outer ring with jasper “bloodstone” center and mother-of-pearl small seconds | Brick guilloché outer ring with onyx center and mother-of-pearl small seconds |
| Movement | Caliber 135 Manual-winding COSC-certified 18,000 vph (2.5 Hz) 72-hour power reserve Breguet hairspring | Caliber 135 Manual-winding COSC-certified 18,000 vph (2.5 Hz) 72-hour power reserve Breguet hairspring |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, small seconds | Hours, minutes, small seconds |
| Bracelet | Beige nubuck alligator strap Additional green alligator and black calfskin straps Yellow gold pin buckle Optional 18k yellow gold bracelet | Blue nubuck alligator strap Additional black alligator and gray calfskin straps Titanium pin buckle |
| Limited Edition | 161 pieces | 20 pieces |
| 2026 Retail Prices (MSRPs) | $51,900 | $83,400 |
That covers all of Zenith’s 2026 releases from Watches and Wonders. Now let’s get into the Defy models they released in January at LVMH Watch Week.
Defy Skyline Skeleton
Release Date: January 2026
The Zenith Defy Skyline Skeleton returns in one of its most striking executions yet, pairing a black ceramic case with a gold-toned openworked movement.
The 41mm black ceramic case features the collection’s signature dodecagonal bezel and sharply faceted profile. At the dial side, the openworked layout is built around Zenith’s four-pointed star, exposing the El Primero 3620 SK in full view. In place of a traditional seconds display, the watch uses Zenith’s constant 1/10th-of-a-second indicator at 6 o’clock, driven directly by the 5Hz escapement and completing one full rotation every 10 seconds.
Finished entirely in gold tone, the movement contrasts clearly against the dark ceramic exterior. It offers a 55-hour power reserve and incorporates a silicon escape wheel and lever for improved efficiency. The integrated black ceramic bracelet mirrors the case architecture, while an included black patterned rubber strap can be swapped in seconds using Zenith’s tool-free quick-change system.
The 2026 Zenith Defy Skyline Skeleton in black ceramic with a gold-toned movement is priced at $18,900.
2026 Zenith Defy Skyline Skeleton Watch Specs
| Model | Zenith Defy Skyline Skeleton |
| Reference | 49.9300.3620/07.I001 |
| Case | Black ceramic 41mm diameter Water resistance 100m |
| Dial | Openworked dial |
| Movement | El Primero 3620 SK Automatic winding 36,000 VpH (5 Hz) 55-hour power reserve |
| Functions | Hours; minutes 1/10th of a second counter at 6 o’clock |
| Bracelet | Black ceramic bracelet with double folding clasp Additional black rubber strap with steel folding clasp |
| 2026 Retail Price (MSRP) | $18,900 |
Defy Skyline Chronograph
Release Date: January 2026
Following last year’s anniversary ceramic editions in blue, the Zenith Defy Skyline Chronograph is back in a full black ceramic execution.
True to form, the black ceramic 42mm case and matching bracelet are finished with alternating brushed and polished surfaces that accentuate the Defy Skyline’s faceted profile. Ceramic’s light weight and scratch resistance suit the watch’s integrated construction, while the dodecagonal bezel remains a defining signature. Water resistance is rated to 100 meters, supported by a screw-down crown.
Continuing the monochromatic theme, the black/gray dial features a dark gradient finish that transitions from a lighter center to a deeper perimeter, overlaid with the Defy collection’s engraved four-pointed star motif. Three chronograph counters are arranged at 3, 6, and 9 o’clock, complemented by faceted hands and applied markers filled with lume. There’s also a discreet date window tucked between 4 and 5 o’clock.
Driving the watch is the El Primero 3600, Zenith’s high-frequency automatic chronograph capable of measuring elapsed time to 1/10th of a second. With 60 hours of power reserve behind it, the central chronograph hand completes one full rotation every 10 seconds.
The 2026 Zenith Defy Skyline Chronograph is delivered on an integrated black ceramic bracelet and includes a patterned black rubber strap, both compatible with Zenith’s tool-free quick-change system. Retail pricing is set at $23,600.
2026 Zenith Defy Skyline Chronograph Watch Specs
| Model | Zenith Defy Skyline Chronograph |
| Reference | 49.9500.3600/21.I001 |
| Case | Black ceramic 42mm diameter Water resistance 100m |
| Dial | Gradient grey starry sky–patterned dial |
| Movement | El Primero 3600 automatic column-wheel chronograph 36,000bph (5 Hz) 60-hour power reserve |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, small seconds at 9 o’clock 1/10th of a second chronograph with central hand making one full rotation in 10 seconds 60-minute counter at 6 o’clock 60-second counter at 3 o’clock Date at 4:30 |
| Bracelet | Black ceramic bracelet with double folding clasp Additional black rubber strap with steel folding clasp |
| 2026 Retail Price (MSRP) | $23,600 |
Defy Skyline Tourbillon Skeleton
Release Date: January 2026
For 2026, Zenith introduces its first tourbillon skeleton to the Defy lineup, pairing a rose gold case and bracelet with a blue-accented open-worked dial.
Rather than relying on a traditional dial inside the 41mm case, the watch uses a peripheral flange to carry the hour markers, leaving the movement — complete with the Zenith star directly integrated into the skeletonized mainplate — fully exposed beneath the sapphire crystal.
That movement is the El Primero 3630 SK, finished in blue PVD and skeletonized around the one-minute tourbillon aperture at 6 o’clock. Bridges at 10 and 2 o’clock add structural depth, while rhodium-plated chamfers contrast against the darker surfaces of the movement. A skeletonized barrel allows a direct view of the mainspring as it unwinds across the 50-hour power reserve.
Along with the fitted rose gold integrated bracelet, Zenith also provides an additional blue rubber strap, equipped with a rose gold folding clasp. Limited to 50 pieces, the 2026 Zenith Defy Skyline Tourbillon Skeleton is priced at $103,700.
2026 Zenith Defy Skyline Tourbillon Skeleton Watch Specs
| Model | Zenith Defy Skyline Tourbillon Skeleton |
| Reference | 18.9300.3630/78.I001 |
| Case | Rose gold 41mm diameterW water resistance 100m |
| Dial | Blue openworked skeleton dial |
| Movement | El Primero 3630 SK automatic tourbillon movement 36,000bph (5 Hz) 50-hour power reserve |
| Functions | Hours, minutes Tourbillon at 6 o’clock with one-minute rotation |
| Bracelet | Solid rose gold bracelet with double folding clasp Additional blue rubber strap with solid gold folding clasp; full interchangeable strap system |
| Limited | 50 pieces |
| 2026 Retail Price (MSRP) | $103,700 |
Defy Skyline 36
Release Date: January 2026
Zenith updates the Defy Skyline 36 with a new silver-toned dial, offered with or without diamonds. The 36mm case keeps the sharply faceted geometry that defines the Skyline line, along with the dodecagonal bezel, integrated bracelet, and 100-meter water resistance.
The silver dial introduces a more neutral, versatile look compared to earlier pastel and blue variants while retaining Zenith’s four-pointed star motif engraved across the surface. For those who enjoy sparkle, there’s a diamond version with 52 brilliant-cut stones set into the 12-sided bezel. Inside the case is the Elite 670 automatic movement, visible through a sapphire caseback. Beating at 4Hz, it offers a 50-hour power reserve and displays hours, minutes, central seconds, and a date at 3 o’clock.
The 2026 Zenith Defy Skyline 36 is priced at $9,400 in stainless steel, while the diamond-set version retails for $13,300.
2026 Zenith Defy Skyline 36 Watch Specs
| Model | Zenith Defy Skyline 36 |
| References | 03.9400.670/01.I001 (stainless steel) 16.9400.670/01.I001 (stainless steel with diamond-set bezel) |
| Case | Stainless steel 36mm diameter Diamond-set bezel on Ref. 16.9400.670/01.I001 with 52 brilliant-cut diamonds (~1.00 ct, F–G, VVS) |
| Dial | Silver-toned sunray-patterned dial with starry-sky motif |
| Movement | Elite 670 automatic movement 28,800bph (4 Hz) 50-hour power reserve |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, central seconds Date at 3 o’clock |
| Bracelet | Stainless steel bracelet with folding clasp Additional rubber strap with starry-sky pattern and folding clasp |
| 2026 Retail Price (MSRP) | Ref. 03.9400.670/01.I001: $9,400 Ref. 16.9400.670/01.I001: $13,300 |
2026 Zenith Defy Revival A3643
Release Date: January 2026
The Zenith Defy Revival A3643 brings back one of the earliest Defy designs from 1969, revisiting the reference that helped establish the collection’s reputation for rugged construction and bold geometry. Rather than modernizing the concept, Zenith stays close to the original, preserving the sharp-edged octagonal case, 14-sided bezel, and unmistakably industrial character that earned the early Defy models nicknames like “bank vault.”
The stainless steel case measures 37mm and follows the same angular architecture as the vintage original, paired with a silver sunray dial that favors restraint over color. Applied hour markers feature a stepped construction with contrasting finishes, while the faceted hands and luminous blocks maintain strong legibility. A subtle orange accent on the seconds hand adds a period-correct pop of contrast without disrupting the otherwise monochromatic layout.
For power, the Revival A3643’s hours, minutes, central seconds, and date window rely on the Elite 670 automatic movement, which beats at 4Hz and supplies 50 hours of power reserve. The watch is delivered on the iconic ladder-style steel bracelet originally developed by Gay Frères, which plays a big role in preserving the A3643’s vintage style. The 2026 Zenith Defy Revival A3643 is priced at $7,800.
Defy Revival A3643 Watch Specs
| Model | Zenith Defy Revival A3643 |
| Reference | 03.A3642.670/01.M3642 |
| Case | Stainless steel 37mm diameter Octagonal case with 14-sided bezel Water resistance 300 meters |
| Dial | Sunray silver dial |
| Movement | Elite 670 automatic movement 28,800bph (4 Hz) 50-hour power reserve |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, central seconds Date at 4:30 |
| Bracelet | Stainless steel “Ladder” bracelet |
| 2026 Retail Price (MSRP) | $7,800 |
More Zenith Watches in 2026?
The 2026 Zenith watch releases reveal a brand that is increasingly comfortable drawing from every part of its history. The Defy collection continues to serve as a platform for modern materials, skeletonized movements, and high-frequency chronographs, while the Chronomaster lineup keeps finding new ways to reinterpret the El Primero.
At the same time, Zenith is placing renewed emphasis on its chronometry heritage through the growing G.F.J. collection, including the standout Calibre 135 collaboration with Naoya Hida & Co. Whether you’re drawn to vintage-inspired revivals, contemporary sports watches, or traditional high-end watchmaking, Zenith’s 2026 lineup already offers a little bit of everything.
As additional 2026 Zenith watch releases are announced throughout the year, we’ll continue updating this guide with the latest models, specifications, and pricing.
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