One Of The Most Underrated Watches Of 2023 - Zenith Pilot Automatic

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In this video, I'll take a detailed look at the Zenith Pilot Automatic, a new release from Watches and Wonders 2023 that I don't think got the amount of attention it deserved. What do you guys think of the new Pilot collection from Zenith?

[derKunstler]

yeah i also very much like thy styling of this one, so modern and sleek, looks a bit like a aquanaut to me, but more simple, yet kinda unique. But zenith priceing always catches me offguard, for 4k this would be a great choice.

[EconMcCausland]

Sometimes, the underratedness of something has merit. Way too expensive for what it is.

[stevens]

I agree, since it was revealed, this one has been on my shortlist

[duncanwood]

I managed to pick one up with a decent discount - I would agree at full retail it's priced high, but it's a superbly finished watch, with an interesting movement and a bit of modern flair to help it stand out in the market. I love it!

[EdwardViaTomato]

It looks real good in person. I've seen some folks comment on it's thickness, but I think the depth of the case does a lot for it's aesthetic. Gives it an enduring sculptural quality and presence.

I think the calls for it to be thinner stem from the folks that think every watch of every style should conform to a singular timely trend. I think this watch is made to be beyond that. It _could_ be your only watch, but realistically the person buying this (or any Zenith) likely has more anyway.

[MaxiGenferei]

Price should be more around 5k even though it is a stunning watch. I believe the price is linked to the fact that they are producing a historic in-house movement which is pretty rare nowadays (eta, sellita, ronda, etc…)

[geandylight]

Teddy great review like always! I really enjoy your videos. I am curious to know how the new Zenith Pilot compares to the IWC Mark XX. Thank you!

[draakisback]

If I was going to get another zenith, it would probably be a defy. Either the revival or one of the skeletonized ones. I own a Captain elite dual time I quite like it, it's a really good watch though, the one downside is that it does not have any kind of micro adjustment or half links on the bracelet. That's one thing that I've noticed about zenith, their bracelets are not as up to snuff as the rest of their stuff.

[Valera_Scotland]

Beautiful... but needs a thinner case to be honest. I'll stick with my much cheaper and lovely Mark 16 IWC

[randys]

$7500 for an el primero in a steel case on a rubber strap. And I thought the aqua terra with no micro adjust was getting insane…

[arthurgraber]

Cut the thickness 2-4mm and it would make a great aquanaut alternative. As it stands, it’s too much wrist presence.

[LTTang]

I just have to stop buying watches.😇😇😇

[AKTBS]

Man I hope these go down in price because I really like them!

[aravindunnikrishnan]

I was planning to buy a Mark XX and then decided to have look at the Z pilot for comparison. Fell in love with the Zenith on first sight. So much more character than the Mark XX and looks way more modern. Having an in house El Primero movement justifies the price difference over Mark XX to me. Bought the blue dial boutique edition and cant take my eyes off it now❤ Great review Teddy👍🏼

[eagleonefr]

Hi Teddy, could you please make a video about Pequignet? This is a quite interesting brand with in-house movements

[adamf]

Another of the brands that goes under the radar due to its price point.

[josevasquez]

The new Zenith a okay, there not bad at all it's the heavy pricing that is the problem it's not that it's underrated it's price is to much you can put IWC and a few other popular brands asking way to much along with yearly price increases. I would buy this the zenith at 30% off if not I'm not buying.

[joannaporter]

I would very much enjoy your thoughts on Victorinox

[Wingnut]

Watches of this caliber fall to an enthusiast to spend that kind of money. Most have no idea what the difference is, even when it comes to the movement benefits. Either way, the price point will keep many away, including me.
It's a nice watch, but for 10-11K you could buy multiple watches to create a very impressive three watch collection.

[wqsnsr]

IWC MARK XX is nice but this is beautiful specially blue dial boutique in love