Zenith Celebrates 160 Years with Blue-Hued Novelties at Watches & Wonders 2025
Unveiling the G.F.J. series and three iconic models reimagined in the Maison’s signature blue ceramic.
To commemorate its 160th anniversary, Zenith unveils a special series of timepieces at the 2025 edition of Watches & Wonders Geneva. The collection includes the debut of the G.F.J. series alongside three reimagined icons – the Chronomaster Sport, Defy Skyline Chronograph and Pilot Big Date Chronograph – all presented in the Maison’s signature blue hue. Check out the novelties below.
G.F.J.
Named after the initials of its founder – Georges Favre-Jacot - the G.F.J. is a modern time-teller that embodies a timeless classic aesthetic. Powered by the legendary Caliber 135, the G.F.J. blends the precision and heritage of its mid-20th-century predecessor with modern re-engineering, including enhancements such as a 72-hour power reserve, an optimized gear train and advanced materials. The movement is adorned with meticulous finishes, including “brick” guilloché patterns that echo the architecture of Zenith’s Manufacture.
The watch’s 39mm platinum case embodies vintage elegance with its slender profile, stepped bezel, and curved lugs, while a deep blue lapis lazuli dial with gold-colored pyrite flecks adds a celestial touch. Intricate features such as a mother-of-pearl subdial, white gold baton hands and a faceted hour marker detail reflect Zenith’s commitment to craftsmanship.
A limited edition of 160 pieces, the G.F.J. boasts a price point of $49,900 USD and is available with various straps and an optional platinum bracelet.
Blue Ceramic Chronograph Trilogy – 160th Anniversary Editions
In addition to the new G.F.J., Zenith also reimagines three of its most iconic models – Chronomaster Sport, Defy Skyline Chronograph and Pilot Big Date Chronograph – in a specially developed blue ceramic.
Priced at $15,500 USD, the special-edition Pilot Big Date Chronograph comes in a 42.5 mm case diameter, watch, complemented by a titanium crown and rectangular pushers. Per usual, the highly identifiable corrugated dial is topped with a patented Big Date window at 6 o’clock, while luminescent Arabic numerals enhance its readability. Inside, the El Primero 3652 movement beats at an hourly rate of 36,000 vph, offering up to 60 hours of power reserve.
Boasting a 42mm case size, the Defy Skyline Chronograph proudly exhibits the model’s signature starry sky-patterned sunray dial. Powered by the El Primero 3600 automatic movement, it measures 1/10th of a second with precision, complemented by a silicon escape wheel and lever. Retailing for $23,800 USD, the watch offers versatility with an interchangeable strap system, including a ceramic bracelet and a rubber strap, both secured with folding clasps.
Meanwhile, the Chronomaster Sport exemplifies Zenith’s expertise in high-frequency chronographs all within a sleek 41mm ceramic case. Its sunray-finished dial, adorned with the brand’s signature 3-6-9 tricolor counters and luminescent markers, combines elegance with functionality. Powered by the El Primero 3600 caliber, the watch delivers 1/10th-of-a-second chronograph precision, with its intricate mechanism visible through a sapphire display caseback that reveals its intricate movement. The timepiece features a price of $22,700 USD and is complemented by two strap options: a blue ceramic bracelet and a blue rubber strap. For more details, head over to Zenith’s official website.
