The Zenith Pilot Type 20 GMT is a bold tribute to the golden age of aviation — combining authentic vintage aesthetics with modern functionality and the rugged reliability required of true flight instruments.
After last year’s colossal 57.5 mm edition, Zenith returned to a more wearable 48 mm case size this year, making the watch equally commanding yet practical for daily wear. Crafted from stainless steel, the piece features a matte black dial with oversized white Super-LumiNova numerals and broad, luminescent hands for maximum legibility. The red-tipped GMT hand displays a second time zone at a glance — a crucial feature for travelers and pilots alike.
The large onion-shaped crown is designed for easy handling even with gloves, staying true to traditional pilot-watch ergonomics. On the caseback, a beautifully engraved Blériot aircraft pays homage to aviation pioneer Louis Blériot, who famously wore a Zenith during his historic flight across the English Channel in 1909.
Powering this robust timepiece is the in-house Elite 693 automatic calibre, offering a 50-hour power reserve and smooth 28,800 vph operation — reliable, precise, and perfectly suited to the adventurous spirit of the Pilot collection.
Specifications
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Model: Zenith Pilot Type 20 GMT (Ref. 03.2430.693/21.C723)
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Case: Stainless steel, 48 mm diameter, 15.8 mm thickness
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Crystal: Domed sapphire with double-sided anti-reflective coating
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Dial: Matte black with Super-LumiNova SLN C1 numerals and rhodium-plated blackened hands
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Movement: Zenith Elite 693 automatic calibre
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26 jewels, 186 components
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Frequency: 28,800 vph
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Power reserve: 50 hours
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Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, GMT (second time zone)
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Strap: Brown calfskin leather with stainless-steel tang buckle
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Caseback: Solid, engraved with Blériot aircraft motif
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Water resistance: 100 m
