Titanium Beast - Citizen BN0220-16E Review

[@RandallSlick]

A very comprehensive review. Thanks for posting. Helped my decide to buy the BN0220-16E just now. £249 from Citizen UK.

[@theguywholol]

1:57 😂 But great review as always!

[@realestwatchreviews]

Thanks and I always have a little Seiko on my mind lol.

[@sneakyscorpia]

He's a spy!

[@HazukiKyouko]

A nice retro dive watch . Simple and useful.

[@mikkohorkko7576]

I actually really like the bezel action myself, feels rough but snappy and suits the style of the watch. Also, I wouldn't describe the dial "glitter" golden - it's more of a sandpaper-esque finish IMO

[@realestwatchreviews]

I agree, that is a better description!

[@choond]

Great review

[@thepassionofthegoose5472]

I've had mine for a month and am really enjoying it. A new strap is a must, but that aside I think Citizen knocked it out of the park with these.

[@realestwatchreviews]

You didn’t find the strap comfortable?

[@thepassionofthegoose5472]

@@realestwatchreviews Not when using in a dynamic manner. I work around heavy machinery and water. When things get real the hard sides from the accordion strap dig into my wrist and become very noticeable.

[@realestwatchreviews]

@@thepassionofthegoose5472 ah I understand what you mean. Which strap are you using?

[@thepassionofthegoose5472]

@@realestwatchreviews A black Ritche with a red back in a waffle style. It's very soft and is equal width from the end links to the buckle, which combined with the lightweight, low profile case makes for a very comfortable wearing experience. My most comfortable watch.

[@sneakyscorpia]

@@thepassionofthegoose5472 Good to know - I'm going to try a black nato strap

[@joseanlugo.official]

Citizen's answer to the Seiko Tuna?

[@bojan9le101]

Thanks for doing this review. I brought one a while back and I am more than happy with it, keeps great time and you're not worried if you get drenched or bashed about. The extra piece of strap that comes with it is the extension for people who wear diving gear.

[@Serzh_A488]

beautiful elegant watch

[@realestwatchreviews]

Not the first words that come to my mind but it’s a cool piece!

[@harpomarx7777]

Accuracy? You haven't observed that over a week, a month? Does the bead blast finish attract or hold dirt or stains? Looks like the crown digs into the upper wrist a bit due to the overall width of the watch.

[@realestwatchreviews]

I don’t usually check accuracy on quartz movements, especially from a well established brand like Citizen. The finish didn’t attract or hold stains. The dirt and lint attraction is just on the strap. The crown doesn’t dig into the wrist unless the watch is worn loosely and sliding down the wrist. I always have the strap tight enough so the Watch wouldn’t move but still felt comfortable.

[@dado380]

This is one of those watches which in live looks ten times better.It's eco drive meaning its very accurate, spectacular Citizen Chronomaster is the most accurate watch in the world so Citizen does make accurate watches.Material is just amazing, it's super duratec Titanium which is four times more durable than any other brand has to offer,Citizen holds closely patent of that special mixture plus it doesn't attract any particle or dirt.

[@sneakyscorpia]

@@dado380 I agree - the pictures (even on Citizen UK website) don't do the watch justice

[@arendvane832]

A shame the second hand does not tick the indices.

[@PocketUau]

I have yet to find a Promaster with barely decent bezel action. I've tried on a dozen or so, and they were all a notchy, gritty, 60 click mess. This was possibly the worst of the lot, but considering Titanium is softer than Steel, I'd hope the gritty feeling would wear off after a thousand turns and several rinses in soapy water.

[@realestwatchreviews]

Yes, in my experience Citizen does not have great bezel action. But they do offer Ti divers at reasonable price.

[@PocketUau]

@@realestwatchreviews Absolutely true. They should consider click springs like 90s Submariners. Modest upgrade but still better. Sound would be hollow but the finger feel is more tactile and buttery

[@johnhebert3855]

I like the Duratec feature. It will keep your watch looking nice for your next formal tuxedo event.

[@realestwatchreviews]

lol It will also look nice and scratch free at your next business meeting

[@bradcarpo5917]

Teeth??, does it have a screw down crown?

[@realestwatchreviews]

Yes it does have a screw down crown.

[@ImTheDudeMan471]

5 errors in your review: 1)Clasp/buckle is lightly etched "Citzen", not Seiko. 2)The hands and indices are not polished, they are matt/flat finish. 3)The dial does list "Japan Movement" between the 6 & 7 hour markers. 4)The clasp is not the same bead blast texture as on the case. It's titanium, just not bead blasted. 5)The date window is a rectangle, not a wedge.

[@realestwatchreviews]

Thanks Dude! I’m trying to be careful not to misspeak. I usually write the review before filming but I try not to read it word for word.

[@saltyolive_]

i switch off after he called it a seiko.. sheesh...

[@gunterwillemse7206]

For a start, you called this a Seiko watch. Unforgivable for a decent reviewer. Secondly, titanium bezels do have a completely different sound and feel, when rotating, compared to stainless steel. You have shown your lack of knowledge about watches so I give you a 5 out of 10 for your review.

[@geoffreydowen5793]

gold " flecks" is the word to use e