Citizen Watches BM8240-03E Eco-Drive Leather Watch

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This product has sustainability features recognized by trusted certifications.

Manufacturing practices

The leather in this product was produced by a Leather Working Group (LWG) certified tannery, supporting more-responsible leather production. LWG brand members may make on-product claims if they have submitted a sourcing declaration and if the product contains >50% leather, and 100% of the leather is produced by a LWG certified tannery.

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Leather Working Group (LWG) is a not-for-profit community organization dedicated to driving excellence in the production of more-sustainable leather. LWG aims to have a positive impact on the environment through driving resource efficiency in leather production, reduced waste generation and emissions, better chemical management and increased traceability. LWG brand members may make claims on meeting a number of criteria, including submitting a sourcing declaration stating the percentage of leather purchased from LWG certified facilities. A claim can only be made when a product contains leather as the prominent material and 100% of the leather was produced by a LWG-certified tannery.

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Product details

  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.91 x 5.91 x 5.91 inches; 1 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ BM8240-03E
  • Department ‏ : ‎ mens
  • Batteries ‏ : ‎ 1 Unknown batteries required.
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ May 24, 2004
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Citizen
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B000EQS1D8
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 1,268 ratings

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BM8240-03E

ecodrive

ecodrive

ecodrive

ecodrive

Eco-Drive | Purposeful Power

The sustainable way to power your watch—no batteries required. Citizen’s proprietary Eco-Drive technology powers your watch using the most renewable energy: light.

Light to Energy

Uses a renewable natural resource by converting any natural or artificial light to energy, which is then stored in a permanently rechargeable lithium-ion cell.

Energy Storage

Keeps surplus energy in a rechargeable power cell. Designed to charge not just from the sun, but also from everyday light sources like indoor fluorescents and desk lamps.

Recharges Continuously

Runs for months—even in darkness—with no need for regular battery replacement, so your watch can run forever and you never have to worry about it stopping.

BM8240-03E

BM8240-03E

3 Hand, Date

30M Water Resistance

Product Description

  • The very essence of style - Citizens 180 Series.
  • This watch is the classic dress watch with polished stainless steel case and genuine leather strap.
  • Featuring a scratch resistant Mineral crystal.
  • Citizens proprietary Eco drive movement packed into this water resistant case.
  • 37mm diameter by 8mm thick, can withstand water up to 30m/100feet.
  • Its elegant silver-tone hands and markers are accented by the black dial.
  • The watch also has a low charge indicator and time reset advisory.
  • Day and date window.
  • Charges in any light source (never change a battery), the watch carries a 12 month reserve charge.

A men's Eco-Drive timepiece at its' best. The stainless steel case, black leather and simple black dial, pull together every outfit in an instant. The timepiece is highlighted with day/date indicator, stainless steel hour indicators and water resistance.

Product specifications

Watch Information
Brand, Seller, or Collection Name Citizen
Model number BM8240-03E
Part Number BM8240-03E
Model Year 2011
Item Shape rectangle
Dial window material type Mineral
Display Type Analog
Clasp Buckle
Case material Stainless Steel
Case diameter 36 millimeters
Case Thickness 8 millimeters
Band Material Leather
Band size 9.5 inches
Band width 20 millimeters
Band Color Black
Dial color Black
Bezel material Stainless Steel
Bezel function Stationary
Calendar Day-Date
Item weight 1 ounces
Movement Japanese Quartz
Water resistant depth 99 Feet
Warranty If this product is sold by Amazon, please review the manufacturer’s website for warranty information. If this product is sold by another party, please contact the seller directly for warranty information for this product. You may also be able to find warranty information on the manufacturer’s website.

Customer reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4 out of 5
1,268 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the appearance, quality and value of the watch. For example, they mention it looks professional without being arrogant, it's a conservative look and it'll fit in with most outfits. That said, opinions are mixed on size and time settings.

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280 customers mention253 positive27 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the watch. They mention that it looks professional without being arrogant, it has a conservative look, and it has sharp features. Some customers also say that the watch has s a bit of a retro look.

"...This watch is perfect if you're looking for a nicer looking daily driver watch, that can also dress up as the occasion requires it...." Read more

"...Looks professional without being arrogant. It is simple with no unneeded markings or complications. Eco-Drive is a nice feature...." Read more

"...3. Reasonably clean face. How difficult it is to get a really simple, classic design: large numerals, black on white or white on black?..." Read more

"Nice watch with a bit of a retro look. Sunken face with the unsual 12, 4 and 8 numbers with the rest of the hours having markers. Keeps good time...." Read more

189 customers mention168 positive21 negative

Customers like the quality of the watch. They say it's a fine, professional, and classy watch. Customers are also impressed with the style and quality, saying it provides full quality utility. They mention that the accuracy is good, and the leather band is decent quality. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

"...The movement of the timepiece itself is great, and once I got it set I haven't had any issues at all...." Read more

"...For what it is it is terrific--a nice watch for a non-labor work environment...." Read more

"Nice watch with a bit of a retro look. Sunken face with the unsual 12, 4 and 8 numbers with the rest of the hours having markers. Keeps good time...." Read more

"This is a nice watch - Citizen quality. It is solar powered and keeps good time. The black dial and chrome bezel look very nice...." Read more

92 customers mention86 positive6 negative

Customers find the watch to be nice, elegant, and worth the price. They also say it has an excellent fit and finish.

"Excellent value for a versatile watch...." Read more

"...On the balance, the design is good enough.4. Price. For less than $100, it's got a very good value-to-price ratio...." Read more

"...If it lasts that long, I'll consider it well worth the money." Read more

"...I was also very pleased with the price...." Read more

63 customers mention52 positive11 negative

Customers find the watch very simple and easy to use. They mention it's not cumbersome at all, and has easy instructions for setting time, day, and date. Some say the watch has simple features that they like.

"...Looks professional without being arrogant. It is simple with no unneeded markings or complications. Eco-Drive is a nice feature...." Read more

"...time - I don't think it's missed a second - remains charged, is easy to set, and light on the wrist...." Read more

"...The watch itself is simple but stylish enough...." Read more

"My favorite aspects of this watch are its simplicity and the fact that it is Eco-Drive and never needs batteries...." Read more

55 customers mention39 positive16 negative

Customers like the performance of the watch. They say it works well, the crystal is clear, and the time function works fine. Some customers also mention that the watch is perfect for a woman or a guy with a slimmer wrist.

"...Works with my suit, works with my hiking gear. The eco-drive is a dream.The bad: the strap...." Read more

"...The watch still looked great and worked perfectly...." Read more

"...The band gradually fell apart over the past 12 months, and finally failed with the buckle pulling through the leather...." Read more

"...The watch is still working great and the crystal is a clear as the day I bought it...." Read more

52 customers mention52 positive0 negative

Customers find the weight of the watch to be fairly light. They say it looks classy and is not bulky on their husband.

"...The entire watch it nice and light and wears really well...." Read more

"...a dress-casual watch for everyday use and it fit the bill, being lightweight, practical and unassuming...." Read more

"Very light and attractive watch...." Read more

"...not flashy, and considering it's solar powered, it's very thin and light...." Read more

137 customers mention71 positive66 negative

Customers are mixed about the size of the watch. Some mention that it's small enough so it'll be unobtrusive on the wrist, with a nice size dial. However, others say that the head is smaller than expected for a men's watch, the band is somewhat small for he wrist, and the date is hard to set.

"...This fit the bill perfectly. It goes as well with a pair of jeans and a dress shirt as it does with a suit...." Read more

"...It turns out: quick difficult. The numerals are too narrow for my liking. I'd go with the Timex watches if they had life-long batteries...." Read more

"...At 36mm its nice for a smaller wrist (though I did chose to order a short band for it) and still looks like a man's watch...." Read more

"...My only complaint is the date ishard to set, the stem is small and does not want to stay pulled out...." Read more

90 customers mention55 positive35 negative

Customers are mixed about the time settings. Some mention that it keeps perfect time and accurate time, while others say that the date is hard to set and the nightly date change is a rather complex sequence.

"...Keeps good time. The ECO Drive is great, watch was running when it arrived and I never think about having to wind it or a battery going dead...." Read more

"...No matter how shiny the hands look like, you can't tell time in the dark. The thing that bugs me is how difficult is that.3...." Read more

"...I wear it daily. Keeps perfect time. Never needs a battery...." Read more

"This is a nice watch - Citizen quality. It is solar powered and keeps good time. The black dial and chrome bezel look very nice...." Read more

Amazing watch but band is meeeh
4 Stars
Amazing watch but band is meeeh
This watch is absolutely amazing. Perfect for individuals with smaller wrists like myself.Size: I've attached a picture of this watch next to my 42mm apple watch and another photo of it on my 6.25" wrist. That should give you guys an idea of what it would look like on your own wrist. Also, I think people with larger wrists shouldn't shy away from this watch. It wears slightly larger than expected and being a dress watch usually means it should be smaller than most casual watches.Quality: The watch itself feels very durable, however, the leather band is incredibly stiff and almost difficult to put on and remove. I've only had the watch fro a few days and hope that will decrease over time as oils and sweat from the skin wear down the leather and make it more pliable. The band is the only reason I've chosen to remove one star from the review.Looks: I love the way this watch looks on my wrist and almost wish people could see the back of the case all the time. The polished case-back and the Citizen logo on it look terrific.Overall: I honestly don't think you can get a better value for your money with a dress watch that will never need a battery replacement and made by a reliable Japanese brand. Best of luck with your watch hunting.
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PDisney
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read review
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 8, 2018
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I have a vast collection of watches from a £10 digital watch to an Osiris and Breitling and this is by far the most comfortable to wear. It’s very light compared to all my collection, it’s simple, elegant, and accurate. It’s a lot smaller than most watches but regardless, it adds to the comfort which I desire most days. It has been a daily driver since purchasing it and that says a lot about a watch. It is accurately priced for what you get. Presentation of the box is standard, but the watch is strong, real leather band, a cool buckle with ‘eco drive’ imprinted on it. That brings me to the final point. Eco drive is becoming a standard for citizen watches. It is beneficial for the environment, and for the price I paid for this watch, I will never have to worry about putting a battery in it again. Furthermore, it comes with a 5 year (+1 for registering the watch) so 6 year guarantee for internal parts. The only other I know to have offered me that is Rolex.
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