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Mikey C · 3 March 2015, 11:34 AM

I have yet to personally own a Zenith, but something about this model has always caught my eye, and it seems that it could be a fun casual watch to wear. Has anyone had any experiences with this watch that they could share regarding value, quality and overal thoughts (perhaps in comparison to something like Rolex)?

scarlet knight · 3 March 2015, 12:49 PM

Do not have one. Is it particularly big, as I recall?

p_mcgee · 3 March 2015, 02:18 PM

Nice looking, but instead of the big one I'd go for the IWC Big Pilot.

malarky_hk · 4 March 2015, 01:27 AM

No experience with that particular Zenith, but I have owned an El Primero based chrono. Zenith is kinda of a sleeper brand with good value for money. The Montre d'Aeronef Type 20 runs on the Elite calibre in-house movement - the other work horse for Zenith aside from the El Primero.

The watches are good quality pieces that can usually be had a for good bargain pre-owned. If you buy and keep you can still get a discount from grey dealers. But if you're not sure and may flip, go pre-owned.

htc8p · 5 March 2015, 07:37 PM

the first one is huge!

the type 20 is more manageable. i prefer the type 20 it's more manageable.

i was tempted but never pulled the trigger on it. though it is a classic i think the el primero is a better choice.

i would compre the aeronef to speedmaster, iwc pilots, pam base and other casual watches

dysondiver · 5 March 2015, 08:10 PM

always fancied a mango diver , zenith in my eyes represents outstanding value for money , and if you buy pre owned you couldnt go wrong.
after all , rolex used to use their movements .... pretty good vote for the quality.

Mikey C · 6 March 2015, 11:19 AM

The Extra Special Type 20 (yes, the only model without an inhouse movement) with the 45mm case seems to be great value for the money (for obvious reasons) and very much wearable. Could be a fun weekend casual wearer.

dantan · 6 March 2015, 01:39 PM

I own a Type 20 Extra Special, and am very happy with it. I have a small, thin, wrist, but even then, the 45mm diameter still does not appear overly huge. Sensational watch.

Mikey C · 7 March 2015, 01:03 AM

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Originally Posted by dantan

I own a Type 20 Extra Special, and am very happy with it. I have a small, thin, wrist, but even then, the 45mm diameter still does not appear overly huge. Sensational watch.

What is the msrp on this and do you have photos? some wrist shots would deb nice! Keeping time okay?

bzabodyn · 7 March 2015, 05:34 AM

I had one, liked it but it was just too big and the lugs aren't easy to do strap changes with - that's a big killer for me. Would rather have a Panerai any day of the week - not to mention, whatever you do don't buy new.

BZ

Mikey C · 7 March 2015, 11:07 AM

Thanks for sharing, but I was referring to the 45mm not 48 Gmt... Purely due to size. Basically resulting in an easier wearer.

bzabodyn · 10 March 2015, 01:36 PM

In that case, the 45mm's movement is a no-go for me. No reason to buy a Zenith really other than their great movements. My $0.02.

BZ

3 March 2015, 11:34 AM	#1
Mikey C "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Northeast Posts: 127	Zenith montre d'aeronef anyone? I have yet to personally own a Zenith, but something about this model has always caught my eye, and it seems that it could be a fun casual watch to wear. Has anyone had any experiences with this watch that they could share regarding value, quality and overal thoughts (perhaps in comparison to something like Rolex)?

3 March 2015, 12:49 PM	#2
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,131	Do not have one. Is it particularly big, as I recall?

3 March 2015, 02:18 PM	#3
p_mcgee "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,149	Nice looking, but instead of the big one I'd go for the IWC Big Pilot.

4 March 2015, 01:27 AM	#4
malarky_hk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: ... Watch: Rolex Posts: 4,466	No experience with that particular Zenith, but I have owned an El Primero based chrono. Zenith is kinda of a sleeper brand with good value for money. The Montre d'Aeronef Type 20 runs on the Elite calibre in-house movement - the other work horse for Zenith aside from the El Primero. The watches are good quality pieces that can usually be had a for good bargain pre-owned. If you buy and keep you can still get a discount from grey dealers. But if you're not sure and may flip, go pre-owned.

5 March 2015, 07:37 PM	#5
htc8p "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Bert Location: philippines Watch: 116710 ln Posts: 3,443	the first one is huge! the type 20 is more manageable. i prefer the type 20 it's more manageable. i was tempted but never pulled the trigger on it. though it is a classic i think the el primero is a better choice. i would compre the aeronef to speedmaster, iwc pilots, pam base and other casual watches

5 March 2015, 08:10 PM	#6
dysondiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: tom Location: northern ireland Watch: my fins Posts: 10,063	always fancied a mango diver , zenith in my eyes represents outstanding value for money , and if you buy pre owned you couldnt go wrong. after all , rolex used to use their movements .... pretty good vote for the quality.

6 March 2015, 11:19 AM	#7
Mikey C "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Northeast Posts: 127	The Extra Special Type 20 (yes, the only model without an inhouse movement) with the 45mm case seems to be great value for the money (for obvious reasons) and very much wearable. Could be a fun weekend casual wearer.

6 March 2015, 01:39 PM	#8
dantan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Western Australia Posts: 7	I own a Type 20 Extra Special, and am very happy with it. I have a small, thin, wrist, but even then, the 45mm diameter still does not appear overly huge. Sensational watch.

7 March 2015, 05:34 AM	#10
bzabodyn "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: NYC Watch: Patek / AP / Rolex Posts: 791	I had one, liked it but it was just too big and the lugs aren't easy to do strap changes with - that's a big killer for me. Would rather have a Panerai any day of the week - not to mention, whatever you do don't buy new. BZ

7 March 2015, 11:07 AM	#11
Mikey C "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Northeast Posts: 127	Thanks for sharing, but I was referring to the 45mm not 48 Gmt... Purely due to size. Basically resulting in an easier wearer.

10 March 2015, 01:36 PM	#12
bzabodyn "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: NYC Watch: Patek / AP / Rolex Posts: 791	In that case, the 45mm's movement is a no-go for me. No reason to buy a Zenith really other than their great movements. My $0.02. BZ

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