New Zixen DSR-SP1000
New Zixen DSR-SP1000
ZIXEN DSR-SP1000
Many of you guys know I have been a long time fan of Zinex / Zixen watches from their very first dive watch, the Nitrox. Over the years I have had the opportunity to handle or own many of the dive watches produced by Joe. It is the interesting vintage inspired designs and consistent high level of build and finish quality that has made me a huge fan of the Zixen brand. The new DSR-SP1000 line of watches continues the high level of quality and very interesting high-tech yet vintage vibe design. I recently had the opportunity to shoot some of the watches for Joe at Zixen and thought you guys would like to see some of the pics here.
Specs:
- Dimensions: 46mm diameter, 14.5mm thick
- 24mm lug width
- Movement: SL 28800 high beat Miyota 9015 Automatic
- 1000m depth rating
- Sapphire crystal with interior AR coating
- Internal rotating bezel (bezel adjust crown at 2:00 poition
- C3 lume on dial markers, hands and bezel markers
- Leather strap or optional Zixen mesh bracelet
- SS or black PVD finishes
Machining and finishing is typical high-level quality as in other Zinex watches I have experienced. The large sapphire crystal on the DS-SP1000 is extremely optically clear from all angles. The dial is a classic design and the bold "bar" hands make the dial extremely legible at a glance and in low light conditions. The internal bezel rotates in both directions with the crown at the 2:00 position. The bezel crown is a tight friction rotation to hold the inner bezel in position when set. A detail that is really eye catching is the very precisely machined knurling on the bezel edge and crowns. This detail gives the watch a very high-tech look that works well with the overall design of the watch. The caseback is relatively flat so even though this is a large proportioned dive watch, it rides the wrist very stable and comfortably.
The watches were supplied on both the Zixen mesh bracelet and a thick black leather strap with SS/PVD buckle. I have to say, the Zixen mesh has always been one of my favorites. It is thick yet flexible and is constructed of very nice quality, no sharp edges. The black leather strap is thick but very flexible and soft. Both options are excellent choices. With the hooded lugs of the case design, many straps, ZULUs, NATOs and bracelets will work very well with this watch.
OK, let's get to the photos. The next several posts will be of the different watch models including wrist shots, lume shots and photos of the new packaging.
Cheers.
Many of you guys know I have been a long time fan of Zinex / Zixen watches from their very first dive watch, the Nitrox. Over the years I have had the opportunity to handle or own many of the dive watches produced by Joe. It is the interesting vintage inspired designs and consistent high level of build and finish quality that has made me a huge fan of the Zixen brand. The new DSR-SP1000 line of watches continues the high level of quality and very interesting high-tech yet vintage vibe design. I recently had the opportunity to shoot some of the watches for Joe at Zixen and thought you guys would like to see some of the pics here.
Specs:
- Dimensions: 46mm diameter, 14.5mm thick
- 24mm lug width
- Movement: SL 28800 high beat Miyota 9015 Automatic
- 1000m depth rating
- Sapphire crystal with interior AR coating
- Internal rotating bezel (bezel adjust crown at 2:00 poition
- C3 lume on dial markers, hands and bezel markers
- Leather strap or optional Zixen mesh bracelet
- SS or black PVD finishes
Machining and finishing is typical high-level quality as in other Zinex watches I have experienced. The large sapphire crystal on the DS-SP1000 is extremely optically clear from all angles. The dial is a classic design and the bold "bar" hands make the dial extremely legible at a glance and in low light conditions. The internal bezel rotates in both directions with the crown at the 2:00 position. The bezel crown is a tight friction rotation to hold the inner bezel in position when set. A detail that is really eye catching is the very precisely machined knurling on the bezel edge and crowns. This detail gives the watch a very high-tech look that works well with the overall design of the watch. The caseback is relatively flat so even though this is a large proportioned dive watch, it rides the wrist very stable and comfortably.
The watches were supplied on both the Zixen mesh bracelet and a thick black leather strap with SS/PVD buckle. I have to say, the Zixen mesh has always been one of my favorites. It is thick yet flexible and is constructed of very nice quality, no sharp edges. The black leather strap is thick but very flexible and soft. Both options are excellent choices. With the hooded lugs of the case design, many straps, ZULUs, NATOs and bracelets will work very well with this watch.
OK, let's get to the photos. The next several posts will be of the different watch models including wrist shots, lume shots and photos of the new packaging.
Cheers.
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Re: New Zixen DSR-SP1000
Nice Zixen, great photos!
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Re: New Zixen DSR-SP1000
Looking good, Dave. Tough looking outer bezel and sweet knurling on the crowns on those watches. Zixen builds a great hard use watch.
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Re: New Zixen DSR-SP1000
I've owned several and liked them, all high quality.
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I am a fan of the watches, and I am digging the PVD Orange Dial one.
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I like the look, but that style case must look enormous on most people.
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I like, I only have two issues, the L2L has to be huge on this watch and the on yellow one is to green it should match the rest of the lume on the watch. Other than that the finish work looks top notch.
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The knurled bezel is kick ass.
My Zinex Trimix is still running like a champ. It's a beast, but keeps great time and is very well built. They build a solid watch for sure. Thanks for sharing the latest info. And great pics as usual.
My Zinex Trimix is still running like a champ. It's a beast, but keeps great time and is very well built. They build a solid watch for sure. Thanks for sharing the latest info. And great pics as usual.
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Re: New Zixen DSR-SP1000
Always loved their design and looks, but have yet to find one small enough to work for me.
Re: New Zixen DSR-SP1000
Same here. Would like be to own one but just too big. Love the pattern on the bezel edge and crown. Not as big a fan of this dial though.
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Re: New Zixen DSR-SP1000
This. They are similar to H2O and Helberg in that respect.RALAustin wrote:Always loved their design and looks, but have yet to find one small enough to work for me.
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LOVE IT
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Beautiful photos. I have always liked Zixen's, but it seems that few of their models are very wearable.
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Re: New Zixen DSR-SP1000
Nice photos as always
The watch is too big, especially seems too long with that case/lug design.
The watch is too big, especially seems too long with that case/lug design.
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Re: New Zixen DSR-SP1000
Fantastic pieces! Have the chance to get one now so pleae push me for a decision...why should I buy it?
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Hi Marty. Thanks for joining DWC. We’d love for you to stick around and participate, but jumping into a small forum like this by reviving dead threads is frowned upon.martyloveswatches wrote:And why not revive some old thread...IMHO, better then making multiple thread on same topic
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Got it
Didnt mean to pollute the space, sorry colleagues. Rgds and good health to all
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Re: New Zixen DSR-SP1000
I'm impressed, Chris; that was welcoming and instructive.CGSshorty wrote: ↑Thu Mar 26, 2020 8:08 amHi Marty. Thanks for joining DWC. We’d love for you to stick around and participate, but jumping into a small forum like this by reviving dead threads is frowned upon.martyloveswatches wrote:And why not revive some old thread...IMHO, better then making multiple thread on same topic
Stop by the main forum, drop a brief intro post, and enjoy.
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Don’t get used to it.mattcantwin wrote:I'm impressed, Chris; that was welcoming and instructive.CGSshorty wrote: ↑Thu Mar 26, 2020 8:08 amHi Marty. Thanks for joining DWC. We’d love for you to stick around and participate, but jumping into a small forum like this by reviving dead threads is frowned upon.martyloveswatches wrote:And why not revive some old thread...IMHO, better then making multiple thread on same topic
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