Horological Meandering

I'm always embarrassed when I come on here, because I can't afford to spend thousands of dollars on a watch. But I like what I do have and that's all that matters.

OK here is my new pickup, I got this Past Saturday 7/24/10.

Pic borrowed from the net.

What matters is that you're pleased with your new watch.

I don't know well Citzen watches, so I will not comment on the movement, but only from what I see.

What I don't like is the date just after the rectangular index at 3... It would have been better without, IMO.

I don't like a lot the mannered crow.

But I do like a lot the dial, which was obviously inspired by a Vintage Pilot watch.

Once again, the most important is that YOU like it!

Best, and thanks for the share!

Nicolas This message has been edited by amanico on 2010-07-26 21:55:51

I've never given the date a second thought? Is it good to have yes, but I would agree it probably would of been better without, but its pretty small to even noticed half the time.

Most Citizen ECO-Drive models have their own caliber # this one doesn't, for some reason.

Hi,

First of all, you are certainly not the only forum member that can't afford to spends tens of thousands of dollars/euros on a watch. I am lucky enough to have one relatively (for me) expensive mechanical watch, but the rest of my collection is low cost and quartz.

As for your Citizen, that is a great everyday watch that will be a great solution. And, with the ecodrive, you won't even have to replace any batteries. I like the look, a little bit military and a little bit explorer.

--Sancerre

Thanks for the kind words, I know feel better knowing I'm not the only member here, who can't afford to spend thousands.

as an everyday beater its great    and as nicolas has already stated please feel free to be  yourself to come here and be part of the community as i too cant afford some of the amazing watches actually most  that we see here but it doesnt stop me and nor should it stop you, as for your citizen i like it im even considering it for myself or my father inlaw

Hi Kevin,

Thanks for sharing your new purchase. I would love to see a wrist shot when you get a chance before I comment. More and more I realise that it is the proportions of a watch, and the way it looks on the owners wrist that make it special.

From the static picture you post, I agree with Nico's comment about the date, but otherwise the dial is classic and looks very easy to read; the essential element of a Pilot's watch.

And finally there are interesting and significant watches at all price points (that's half the fun of this 'hobby') and you shouldn't feel bad about posting your Citizen.

Regards

Andrew

Tell me what you think?

  Thanks Kevin,

 

The watch sits well on your wrist. There is no overhang of lugs, and in fact you could go bigger than this (but it’s nice to own a range of sizes). I like the strap, the way the numerals are bordered to catch the light and give more ‘life’ to the dial and, as mentioned, I applaud the legibility.

 

Hope you get a lot of pleasure from it. Interested to see where it leads you next …

 

Andrew

It looks small but I can wear any size. From 34mm to 52mm

As most have stated here..value is not important.More importantly is that you enjoy this piece.I have many inexpensive pieces that i wear everyday.
As for amanico pointing out the small date you need to understand he is immortal and everlasting so dates have little meaning to him Cheers and i hope you enjoy it for many years to come...
This message has been edited by cfdfire on 2010-07-27 02:40:39

Best,

Vlad Dracul.

Overall, a very clean dial--and don't worry too much about the date--think of it as a beauty mark if it bothers you!

and I'll bet you'll have a glorious time switching straps--visit a panerai or kobold forum to see how their owners jump into different beds!

wear in good health!

A new leather strap would look nice.

the Breitling Superocean II, and a case like an IWC or other classic, smooth-edged bezel.

No worries, my friend. Enjoy it!

-Dean

there is nothing to feel bad or embarassed about wearing an honest watch with honest intentions.  you can always check out other brands which offer army/pilot/military or utility watch such as the Citizen you purchased.  Check out Archimede, Stowa, Laco.. they have watches which may suit you with reliable ETA mechanical movements... I would wear a Casio GShock too and not feel bad about it.. save 200 bucks a month, and by Xmas, u may be able to move up higher in your collection.. dont go robbing a Bank to prove a point..

...if only Citizen made an Aqualand with Eco-drive...well one that wasn't as ugly and useless as the JV0030...Eco is the perfect solution to watches that might be in the drawer for a few weeks or months before being pulled out for a holiday/dive.

That's a handsome watch in any case, though I'd prefer the numbers to plain printed....

Kevin, It's not the value of your collection, but the passion for it and watches in general that IMO makes everyone here share and enjoy watches.

It's a nice watch and you wear it well. Thanks for sharing.

Stefano

the dial indexes ,IMO it would be better with out the date window , strap fits it perfectly with a great look.

 Is that a canvas strap?

best

Drew

Yes the strap is canvas, I'm thinking about putting on a brown or black leather with white stitching ?

 

Hello Kevin,

Congratulations on your new acquisition. I like this piece for the following reasons -

1. Superb legibility at any age!
2. I believe you have luminous hour, minute hands and hour markers, very useful.
3. Eco drive - very practical,I have used it.
4. Lastly, the crown seems to be fortified by the case, useful if you decide to take it swimming.

All in all, a great buy, enjoy!

NT

so how could it be wrong. its simple, humble...honest to goodness. i m more a seiko 5 guy though.

I like Seiko especially the SD line, but I've always been a Citizen guy. If Citizen did high end Automatics then that would be cool.

as many of have said everyone is welcomed here. There have been many times in the last few years that I have not even owned a single watch but I love being here

... to deserve the love of its owner!!!
I have a Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultrathin
and a Swatch Skin (with leather strap)
and I love them both for what they are.
They both get wrist time

Enjoy your watch!

Best

Rob.

There's something that's so practical, cool and no-frills about them that one can wear so easily, without too much worry or thought.  My former boss sold a lot of watches out of his jewelry store and Citizen was his top selling brand.  They are reliable. Thanks for sharing and another Purist said it perfectly.  It's about the passion that you have, not the piece on your wrist.   

I like this Citizen! Like Nicolas, I think it may have looked better without the date, or at least a better designed window. I have an Eco-Drive as well. You could argue it's the Green watch as it never needs a battery. Check out the Eco-Drive perpetual. In a way, it's truly a perpetual as it never needs winding or batteries. Enjoy your new Citizen! BTW, I find that the lume on my Citizen can last the whole night. It's not as bright as the SuperLuminovas but unlike those, it doesnt fade after a few hours. Makes a great bedside watch.
This message has been edited by damien on 2010-07-30 11:22:33