# Zenith Defy 21 Felipe Pantone Review by A.I. WatchMetrics


## Watch Summary
The Zenith Defy 21 Felipe Pantone is an avant-garde sports chronograph blending high-performance tool watch capabilities with bold Op Art aesthetics from artist Felipe Pantone, featuring a multicolored gradient lacquered dial and rainbow ceramic bezel, ideal for modern collectors who value artistic statements and technical prowess, powered by the automatic El Primero 21 high-frequency movement offering a 50-hour power reserve and 1/100th-second chronograph precision.

## Overall Watch Rating: 9.2/10.0

**Brand Metric (8.6/10.0)** - Zenith holds strong luxury status akin to Omega, bolstered by its pioneering chronograph heritage and consistent high craftsmanship.
**History & Innovation Metric (9.7/10.0)** - Rooted in the groundbreaking El Primero legacy with cutting-edge 1/100th-second chronograph advancements, it rivals Patek Philippe in influential contributions.
**Rarity Metric (8.9/10.0)** - Its 200-piece limited edition at this price point delivers scarcity comparable to exclusive Omega Seamaster variants.
**Material Metric (9.4/10.0)** - Grade 5 titanium case, AR-coated sapphire crystal, and ceramic bezel offer premium build quality exceeding standard Rolex Oystersteel constructions.
**Movement Metric (9.9/10.0)** - The El Primero 21 automatic delivers flawless high-beat performance and finishing on par with top-tier luxury chronographs.
**Complications Metric (9.5/10.0)** - The integrated flyback chronograph with 1/100th-second precision stands out like rare high-frequency pieces from Richard Mille.
**Functions Metric (9.0/10.0)** - Hours, minutes, seconds, date, and ultra-precise chronograph provide comprehensive utility beyond typical Seiko or TAG Heuer offerings.
**Dials & Design Metric (9.6/10.0)** - The Pantone Op Art dial and rainbow bezel deliver striking originality surpassing most artistic collaborations like H. Moser & Cie.
**Versatility Metric (8.3/10.0)** - Suitable for sports and casual wear with 300m resistance, though bold colors limit formal settings compared to subdued Rolex Submariners.

## Total Performance Score (TPS): 8.4
## TPS Interpretation: Excellent Value: The watch overdelivers on innovation, materials, and rarity for its price, punching above mid-luxury competitors.
## WM Collector Grade: A
## Performance Insights: Excels in movement, complications, design, and rarity for outstanding collector appeal, with strong value versus its implied fair-market price.

## Watch Data
[Picture URL] - https://www.zenith-watches.com/dw/image/v2/BFWH_PRD/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterZenith/default/dw4f4e4a1b/97.9004.9004-78.R892_FELIPE_PANTONE_1.jpg; [backPicture] - https://www.zenith-watches.com/dw/image/v2/BFWH_PRD/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterZenith/default/dw4f4e4a1b/97.9004.9004-78.R892_FELIPE_PANTONE_back.jpg; [lumePicture] - ""; [Nickname] - Felipe Pantone Edition; [Brand] - Zenith; [Model] - Defy 21 Felipe Pantone; [Country] - Switzerland; [Product Link] - https://www.zenith-watches.com/en_us/product/defy/defy-21-chronograph/97.9004.9004/78.r892; [reviewLink] - ""; [Movement Type] - Automatic; [Movement Name] - El Primero 21; [# MSRP] - 26500; [# Secondary] - 27500; [# Production] - 200; [watchDescription] - Limited-edition avant-garde chronograph with Op Art multicolored dial and bezel by Felipe Pantone, Grade 5 titanium case, 300m water resistance, and high-frequency El Primero 21 movement.; [caseWidth] - 44; [lugToLugLength] - 52.6; [thickness] - 14.7; [lug] - 22; [waterResist] - 300; [powerReserve] - 50; [beatFrequency] - 36000; [lume] - Super-LumiNova X1; [jewels] - 37; [caseMaterial] - Grade 5 Titanium; [watchGlass] - Sapphire (domed, AR both sides); [Bezel] - Ceramic (multicoloured rotating); [caseback] - Sapphire (see-through); [Crown] - Screw-down titanium; [Strap] - Integrated rubber with titanium folding clasp; [Shape] - Round; [Dial] - Multicoloured gradient lacquered Op Art; [caseShape] - Round; [Seconds] - 1; [Date] - 1; [Calendar] - 0; [Chiming] - 0; [Chronograph] - 1; [Compass] - 0; [dateCompilation] - 0; [DigitalDisplay] - 0; [Dress] - 0; [Field] - 0; [GMT] - 0; [Mechanical Alarm] - 0; [Moonphase] - 0; [Tourbillon] - 0; [worldTimer] - 0; [powerReserveIndicator] - 0; [Diver] - 1; [Pilot] - 0; [racing] - 0; [Skeleton] - 0; [Vintage] - 0; [StyleFormal] - 0; [StyleCasual] - 1; [StyleSports] - 1; [StyleTravel] - 0; [StyleAdventure] - 1; [StyleCollector] - 1; [StyleTool] - 1; [StyleStatement] - 1; [StyleVintage] - 0; [StyleSmart] - 0; [StyleCustom] - 1; [TPS_new] - 8.4; [TPSgrade] - A; [TPSimpliedPrice] - 18500;

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