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Zenith Defy Surf Automatic, 1970
The Zenith Defy Surf Automatic from 1970 embodies the robust spirit of early 1970s sports watches. Its name and era suggest a purposeful case and legible dial design intended for everyday wear. At the heart sits the Cal. 456 automatic movement, reflecting Zenith’s emphasis on reliable in-house mechanics. For a contemporary collector, this watch offers a direct link to Zenith’s technical tradition and period styling, presenting an opportunity to appreciate historical mechanical engineering and mid-century design language within a wearable vintage package.
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01Specifications+
- Brand / model
- Zenith Zenith Defy Surf Automatic
- Estimated production
- 1970
- Movement
- Automatic
- Caliber
- Cal. 456
02Service & provenance+
The watch has been technically and visually inspected. It did not require servicing and is ready to wear.
03Delivery & returns+
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