Citizen Watches BM8240-03E Eco-Drive Leather Watch

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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 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

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.

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.

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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 ease of use of the watch. They mention that it looks great, is understated and provides full quality utility. Some appreciate the value for money, saying it is expensive looking. Customers also like the accuracy, weight, and battery. However, opinions are mixed on size.

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297 customers mention261 positive36 negative

Customers like the appearance of the watch. They say it looks great, is a timepiece for a conservative look, and is surprisingly unassuming.

"...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

"...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

"Bought this in 2009, and it has been a great watch. Nice looking, keeps perfect time, and stays charged...." Read more

141 customers mention141 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the watch. They mention that it's an understated and reliable timepiece that provides full quality utility. They also appreciate the style and longevity of the Citizen brand. The leather strap is of decent quality overall. Overall, customers find the product to be a great and reliable watch that is easy to pick up a good quality leather band and switch it out.

"...It's got a classic yet not stodgy sort of look - wears well with both jeans and business clothes - and the thickness was only a couple of mm more..." Read more

"...Update Dec 2016: Watch continues to hold up great after 7 years. 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

"...It keeps perfect time and the strap is still in fine condition.This is a top-notch product." Read more

106 customers mention90 positive16 negative

Customers like the ease of use of the watch. They mention that it works seamlessly good, works well for a woman or a guy with a slimmer wrist, and is stylish, functional, and tough. The setup is very simple, and it keeps time relatively well. Customers are satisfied with the simplicity and the fact that it is Eco-Drive.

"...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

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

88 customers mention83 positive5 negative

Customers are satisfied with the value of the watch. They mention that it is expensive looking and worth the price.

"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

"...less than 40 mm diameter (for smaller wrists). 3) good price value for daily watch. 4) Good accuracy so far...." Read more

75 customers mention63 positive12 negative

Customers like the accuracy of the watch. For example, they say it keeps perfect time, never needs a battery, and keeps very accurate time. Some say that it hasn't missed a beat and that it's stylish and efficient.

"...short, I've had this one for about a week and I love it - it keeps very accurate time - I don't think it's missed a second - remains charged, is..." 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

"...I wear it every day, everywhere I go. It keeps perfect time and the strap is still in fine condition.This is a top-notch product." Read more

53 customers mention53 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the weight of the watch. For example,they mention it's very light, not bulky, and is relatively thin.

"...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

46 customers mention46 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the battery of the watch. They say it's light and solar powered, so it never needs a battery. They also appreciate the fact that it'll always be charged.

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

"...than on hand-wound mechanical watches, what makes sense -- the watch is solar-powered, and adjustments are only necessary when changing time zones,..." Read more

142 customers mention80 positive62 negative

Customers are mixed about the size of the watch. Some mention that it's not too small or big, and has good proportions. The band is a standard size, so it is easy to pick up a good quality. However, some customers say that if they have a wide wrist, this will look very small on their wrist. The head is smaller in size, which may work better for smaller wrists.

"...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

"...If you have a wide wrist, this will look very small on your wrist. Please check the dimensions before ordering...." 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

"...This was the perfect face size and isn't too thick at all...." 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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5.0 out of 5 stars classy and comfortable
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