May 29 2019
Fifty years ago, to the background of Vietnam, Led Zeppelin and the Moon landings, Switzerland was undergoing its own revolution – the first spin of the chronograph’s winding rotor, to be precise. Words by Alex Doak.
Read More
November 23 2018
Remember those old NASA films of Apollo astronauts training for weightlessness and disorienting g-forces while strapped inside man sized gyroscopes? Well this is the watch for them, it's high-frequency regulatory assembly tumbles inside its own miniature gyroscopic cage. Or as we know it, Zenith’s Defy Zero G.
Read More
October 1 2018
The annual world-wide event, sponsored by Zenith Watches and Triumph Motorcycles, revved into Kelvingrove Art Galleries as part of a ride to raise cash and awareness for prostate cancer and mental health programs on behalf of The Movember Foundation.
Read More
April 20 2018
Time is becoming increasingly more precious these days. From juggling career progression and family commitments to making time for a social life, there’s a lot for the modern-man to contend with on a day-to-day basis. At times it can seem like there aren’t enough hours in the day, reminding us all that time is of the essence now more than ever. Master your time management with the Zenith Defy El Primero 21.
Read More
March 31 2018
Zenith has long been a brand to impress and inspire. With its red guiding star, it has continued to push the boundaries of watchmaking since founder Georges Favre-Jacot revolutionised the world of Haute Horlogerie in 1865. He was the first to unite all aspects of watchmaking under one roof, creating the concept of a Manufacture.
Read More
March 13 2018
Since Zenith was founded by Georges Favre-Jacot in 1865, the brand with the guiding star has continually aspired to create watches which master both time and design.
Read More
January 23 2018
The return of an icon – Chris Chilton checks out the new Range Rover Velar and its partnership with Zenith’s El Primero collection.
Read More
December 4 2017
The Zenith El Primero is steeped in horological history. However, while many may be familiar with the history of the El Primero they perhaps might not be quite as knowledgeable about the name Defy. The Defy was the original design that Zenith had around the time they moved into their manufacture in 1865 – it was actually spelt with an I back then and only changed to a y in 1969.
Read More
November 5 2017
Since it was founded in 1865 by George Favre-Jacot Zenith has long been a brand to push boundaries. It revolutionised watch production by uniting all watchmaking professions under one roof to create a Manufacture and has been taking bold strides to the future ever since.
Read More
November 3 2017
We were honoured to welcome the legendary Jean Claude Biver to our Argyll Arcade boutique for the official launch of Zenith in Scotland. The trip was Mr Biver's first visit to the nation and his first client facing event. Interviewed by respected Financial Times journalist the President of LVMH Watch & Jewellery Division spoke of his passion for creating truly timeless pieces, hailing his successful career as a gift. Through whimsical musical comparisons and honest recollections from his childhood, the interview offered an insight into the life of one of the industry's most idolised figures.
Read More
November 3 2017
Le Locle’s favourite son is experiencing a rampant revival, underpinned as ever by its legendary El Primero movement. Words by Alex Doak.
Read More
November 2 2017
Outspoken maven of the Swiss watch industry, Jean-Claude Biver is in the throes of transforming Zenith, which is exciting news – especially if Hublot is anything to go by. Words by Alex Doak.
Read More