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Citizen Men's Eco-Drive Weekender Garrison Field Watch in Black IP Stainless Steel with Black Nylon strap, Black Dial (Model: BM8475-00F)
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- Men's luxury timepieces with technical advancements and a sporty style
- 3 Hand, Day / Date
- Black Stainless Steel
- Luminous Hands and Mineral Crystal
- 100 Meters Water Resistant and 5 Year Limited Warranty
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Brand, Seller, or Collection Name | Citizen |
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Model number | BM8475-00F |
Part Number | BM8475-00F |
Model Year | 2012 |
Item Shape | Round |
Dial window material type | Mineral |
Display Type | Analog |
Clasp | Buckle |
Case material | Stainless Steel |
Case diameter | 42 millimeters |
Case Thickness | 11 millimeters |
Band Material | Nylon |
Band size | Men's Standard |
Band width | 21 millimeters |
Band Color | Black |
Dial color | Black |
Bezel material | Stainless Steel |
Bezel function | Stationary |
Calendar | Day-Date |
Special features | Glow In The Dark |
Item weight | 2.08 ounces |
Movement | Japanese Quartz |
Water resistant depth | 100 Meters |
Warranty | Manufacturer’s warranty can be requested from customer service. Click here to make a request to customer service. |
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- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 5.98 x 5.98 x 7.01 inches; 2.08 ounces
- Item model number : BM8475-00F
- Department : mens
- Batteries : 1 Lithium Ion batteries required.
- Date First Available : August 15, 2011
- Manufacturer : Citizen
- ASIN : B005DC48VW
- Country of Origin : China
- Best Sellers Rank: #521,489 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry (See Top 100 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry)
- #2,826 in Men's Wrist Watches
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Product Description
The rugged design of this military-inspired watch is guaranteed to get you noticed. Key features include day-date, luminous hour and minute hands and 100 meter water resistance. Additional details include bold numerals on a khaki dial, stainless steel black ion plating with a black strap, and 42mm screw-back case. Featuring our Eco-Drive technology – powered by light, any light. Never needs a battery. Caliber number E101.
Embrace the effortless black-on-black style that comes with this bold Citizen Eco-Drive watch. Imaging never having to worry about winding a watch or making sure it has a functional battery. The perfect everyday timepiece that rarely requires your attention, wearing an Eco-Drive allows you to turn your attention to the more important things in life.
Since its foundation in 1930, CITIZEN has promoted a multi-cultural mindset that fosters excellence and creativity. The very name of the brand conveys a deep respect toward craftsmanship and considered as familiar by citizens the world-over. So as a “citizen” of the world, we bear the responsibility to help cultivate a culture of positive change and on-going evolution through our craft. We take that mission seriously and steadfastly welcome what the future may bring.
As a true manufacture d’horlogerie, CITIZEN integrates a comprehensive manufacturing process from creating individual components to a watch’s final assembly. It’s an artisan’s approach to watch making based on pushing forward the boundaries of technology and leveraging our experience toward exploring new possibilities.
One pivotal technological breakthrough was the development of a light-driven watch. CITIZEN pioneered this engineering innovation well ahead of other watch manufacturers as early as 1976, which led to the launch of the highly acclaimed Eco-Drive in 1995. Utilizing electrical power converted from virtually any light source, this extraordinary innovation changed forever the way watches could be powered. Eco-Drive eliminated the need to ever replace batteries, which made it especially beneficial to areas where such specialist batteries were not obtainable. This leveled the field for citizens of virtually every country to be able to experience unrestricted joy of wearing and using a CITIZEN watch.
The product development policy, “The Fusion of Technology and Beauty,” remains a constant motivation for us to merge cutting-edge technology with perfection of design beauty, which as a consequence inspires people to strive to be their best at any time.
CITIZEN launches a new campaign in collaboration with Wieden+Kennedy, Better Starts Now. This is the simple belief that no matter who you are or what you do, it is always possible to make something better — and now is the time to start doing it. We believe that better and now are both infinite, and that there is always a next ‘better’ and a new ‘now’ in which you can start pursuing it. It was clear from the onset of this project that we are dedicated to this ideal…not to the past but to the present, and all the way we can improve it. To help communicate this belief to the world we have created a new global CITIZEN brand movie, brand identity and brand website that represents out Better Starts Now philosophy.
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Customers like the appearance and quality of the watch. For example, they say it looks modern and the light green glow looks very cool. Customers are also happy with the size. However, some customers complain about the visibility and time display. Opinions are mixed on readability, and performance.
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Customers like the appearance of the watch. They say it's a well-constructed piece that wears quite well. The black on black look is modern and monochromatic, and the light green glow looks very cool. The finish is nice, and it has a sturdy feel and comfortable.
"...all black case, lug and dial combination create a very modern, minimalist look. In addition to the case and dial, the hands and crown are also black...." Read more
"...It works great, looks even better. If you're in a lit room it you can read it fine. Yes in a dark room you can't see it...." Read more
"...Seriously, the watch looks great and will get you compliments as I've received them in Boston, MA, and all the way to Portland, OR...." Read more
"Despite the awesome aesthetic appeal and my devil may care attitude I was apprehensive buying this watch after reading the numerous reviews saying..." Read more
Customers like the quality of the watch. They mention that it has good quality components, is super sturdy, and has held up to extreme abuse. The watch and band do have a quality feel, and they expect it to last a long time.
"...The face of the watch is encased with a strong, scratch resistant glass crystal that has taken a few good knocks on door frames without leaving..." Read more
"...based on my going on 2 years of everyday use, it's a durable, quality watch that shoud preserve it's orignal look and get compliments for a long..." Read more
"...Overall a solid, nice looking watch for a great price." Read more
"...The canvas is fine, good quality, and is lined on the inside with like a soft-touch leather or suede or something for added comfort...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the watch. They say it's a solid and well worth the price. However, some customers are disappointed that the watch did not come with a manual or warranty card.
"...The EcoDrive is designed for men who want a stylish, inexpensive watch that can be worn daily...." Read more
"...Yes in a dark room you can't see it.Came in great condition, and has worked great so far." Read more
"...Overall a solid, nice looking watch for a great price." Read more
"...overall, this watch is solid and well worth the price. If you're expecting a rolex for $130, keep on lookin!..." Read more
Customers like the size of the watch. They mention that the wrist band fits great, but will not fit a large wrist. The fit and finish is pretty good, and the large size stands out. They say the well-constructed piece wears quite nicely, and can wear it with everything. The band is large enough to accommodate larger wrist sizes without feeling bulky, and it dresses up and dresses down nicely.
"...The band is large enough to accommodate larger wrist sizes without feeling awkward or small.Overall the watch is a great buy...." Read more
"...Fit and finish is pretty good...." Read more
"Well done Citizen! Nice looking, well-constructed piece wears quite nicely, just like the quasi-tactical specimen they (probably) designed it to be...." Read more
"...I wear it the most now out of all my watches. It is a comfortable size and I find it a little more rugged that my nicer watches." Read more
Customers are mixed about the readability of the watch. Some mention that it's easy to read in most light situations, while others say that it can be hard to read at times and that it is tricky to read the time in the daylight. Overall, the product is a good choice for those looking for a stylish and functional watch.
"...My one down side of the watch is it can be hard to read at times...." Read more
"...I've seriously had no issue reading the watch at all, although I will admit it can be difficult to see in low light situations..." Read more
"...doing certain tasks, but a nice casual watch, just wish I could read it better, 1st watch has a white dial and dark hands, very easy to see in low..." Read more
"...Unfortunately, the nay-sayers are right: it's truly difficult to read!..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the performance of the watch. Some mention that it works great, looks even better, and the Eco-Drive function works very well. However, others say that it was terrible and didn't work. The day display doesn't always work, and it gets stuck. The return policy from Amazon is not satisfactory.
"...It works great, looks even better. If you're in a lit room it you can read it fine. Yes in a dark room you can't see it...." Read more
"...The #s in the watch has a glow in the dark feature but it doesn’t really work very well (numbers don’t glow for long or at all)...." Read more
"Impossible to read in dim/dark conditions. The Ecotech technology is fine so far, which is what we bought it for...." Read more
"The watch did not work. Left it in the windowsill during the day and under a lamp at night for 10 days. I finally returned it for a refund...." Read more
Customers have negative things to say about the visibility of the Eco Drive watch. They say that the hands and numbers do not illuminate bright enough to view in the dark, it's a little hard to see in the day, and the glow in the light pieces are remarkably dim. They also mention that the face and hands do not have enough contrast to easily see what time it is. Overall, some customers are disappointed with the visibility and quality of the product.
"...the watch at all, although I will admit it can be difficult to see in low light situations (just avoid dark alleys which is sound advice anyways),..." Read more
"...This actually has a small amount of weak lume on the hands and hour indices...." Read more
"Returned immediately....Too dark to read the watch....the dials never illuminated." Read more
"...glow looks very cool and is not overly bright, however, it requires a rather bright light to charge it, and it does not last nearly as long as other..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the time display of the watch. They mention that it's difficult to see the time in dim lighting, and difficult to read the date. This makes it difficult to quickly glance at the time if a meeting is running late, and the date sometimes displayed incorrectly.
"Love the black on black concept, but it is really next to impossible to see the what time it is in the dark...." Read more
"...Only minus I feel is that you cant read the time when its even little dark, because both the hands and the dial is black...." Read more
"...The timing and mechanics are spot on, but CAVEAT EMPTOR: you are better off checking the time on your cell phone rather than trying to read this..." Read more
"...It's hard to see the time in low light but not impossible. Unlike some of the other reviewers I am fond of the silver hardware on the canvas band...." Read more
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First and foremost, the watch is extremely durable. The nylon band is tough and resists fraying and fading. The face of the watch is encased with a strong, scratch resistant glass crystal that has taken a few good knocks on door frames without leaving even the smallest mark. The clasp and buckle are the only possible limitations on the watch’s durability. Although they seem to be to lightweight compared to the rest of the watch, neither the buckle nor the clasp have yet to break.
Not only is the watch durable but it has a simple design perfect for everyday wear. The Black Canvas strap has a very utilitarian design without feeling like army surplus wear. The all black case, lug and dial combination create a very modern, minimalist look. In addition to the case and dial, the hands and crown are also black. The crown is also textured with an almost studded design to it. Although I appreciate the usability of the larger crown, from a style standpoint it distracts from the simplicity of the watch’s design. Likewise, the eyelets and buckle are an area of questionable design. The buckle and eyelets are steel instead of black to match the rest of the watch, however since both are positioned on the underside of the wrist they are mostly unseen.
Even if a watch is durable and stylish, if it’s uncomfortable to wear then it won’t be suitable as a daily wear watch. Citizen EcoDrive however, is durable, stylish and comfortable. The nylon band is thick and padded. It is textured enough that it doesn’t slide around on your wrist without having to keep the band overly tight. The buckle is smooth and goes almost unnoticed once the watch is on your wrist. The band is large enough to accommodate larger wrist sizes without feeling awkward or small.
Overall the watch is a great buy. It is durable, comfortable and features an all-black, minimalist style great for everyday wear.
Came in great condition, and has worked great so far.
Please don't be fooled by the price. This is a quality watch. I was worried that this entry level Eco-Drive was gonna be a bad buy. There was a similarly styled Luminox watch that had a light feature so I could tell the time in the dark, but passed on it after I read the watch was poorly constructed. So I don't get a light with this watch, but I did get a case that seems to take bangs and dings from moving furniture, riding motorcycles, hiking or just being a plain clutz. The glass, or crystal over the dial is great too. More than once I've hit my wrist and panicked that my watch would now have some permanent white streak on the glass or silver metal exposed where the black paint had been scraped off the case but it hasn't. The case has taken a few good bangs and it does show, but it stays black. The white streaks on the crystal have been able to be removed with my nail and brought back to the original state.
Having an light powered eco drive, lets you impress people with technology aspect. More importantly, you never have to change the battery. I have more than once had a battery changed on a watch and then had to have the watch replaced because the knuckle head tech didn't tighten the case correectly and moisture got into my watch. I'm happy to know I don't have to worry about this anymore.
Seriously, the watch looks great and will get you compliments as I've received them in Boston, MA, and all the way to Portland, OR. More importantly based on my going on 2 years of everyday use, it's a durable, quality watch that shoud preserve it's orignal look and get compliments for a long time once you own it.
Then one day, after all consideration for this watch was lost, I was window shopping the local mall while knocking out some delicious Cinnabon and I stumbled across it. I did not a double, but a triple take to make sure I was seeing the same watch, and indeed it was. I ran inside, slapped the watch on my wrist, which was partially covered in the sugary joy from my snack, and knew nothing ever felt so right. Even though I've repeatedly tried to melt things with my eyeballs I don't have Superman's eyes, which is why I was so confused that I could read this watch just fine. I've seriously had no issue reading the watch at all, although I will admit it can be difficult to see in low light situations (just avoid dark alleys which is sound advice anyways), but I've found 90% of the time it reads just fine.
So to anyone who is on the fence about purchasing go ahead and get it, you won't regret it. The only thing I would change on the watch is the band, the eyelets are silver and don't really jive with the rest of the watch's design, but that's really nothing to get your undies in a bundle over. Overall a solid, nice looking watch for a great price.
white day & date, the only drawback being a fabric band which can be annoyingly scratchy at times.
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Light to wear, and like the cloth band!
The only (slight) problem I've had with this watch is with the strap. The holes are fairly far apart, so it sits either a little tight or a little loose on my wrist. Most of my other watches have the holes closer together, allowing for a more comfortable fit. I'm sure as my weight fluctuates a bit it'll be fine.
A small sacrifice for this great watch.
The watch looks cool and young and hip. My friend was saying I should keep it to make myself look young and cool. I was like "How cool am I going to look when every time I want to check my watch I have to ask someone younger to read the display for me?" She was like "You could use your phone" and I was like "That kind of defeats the purpose of the watch."
So I exchanged this for the white one, which looks less cool, but I won't feel a thousand years old squinting at it.