Citizen isn't Holding Back...

Citizen is not messing around. If you are looking for the best watch $500 can buy today, this is my vote.
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[@deepjoshi1333]

PRX style bracelet with Grand Seiko vibe dial. I feel like they understand the community better..

[@CanadianEhHole]

Then they should offer an option of Tsuyosas without a cyclops.

[@barryallen6927]

Then ruin it with separate seconds hand, integrated bracelet, and octagon shaped case. I want something like SBGY007 under 1000$.

[@Eikenhorst]

@@barryallen6927 They have a 3 hand dial option too AW0130-85A. Still integrated bracelet since well, it is a Forza

[@hellper198]

The clasp the part ot the watch that the wearer interacts with the most. So, watch manufacturers need to stop cheaping out on their clasps especially on watches with integrated bracelets. Instead of giving me a display caseback for an unremarkable movement, just put a solid caseback and a better clasp.

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Agreed 💯

[@mohamednayad]

💯 if they release a new version with butterfly clasp I will definitely buy it . I'm pretty confident that they will correct that mistake because they listened to thier costumers and fixed that default on the Tsuyosa small seconds.

[@kamalpreetsinghgill1396]

Not to mention display caseback either brings WR down, Increase thickness or both, making it sit little higher on the wrist.

[@Mackster248]

I gotta disagree with this one. As long as the clasp doesn’t fail, doesn’t really matter to me. We interact with it 1 second a day, assuming you wear the watch all day.

[@zionkid420]

Never not bought a watch because of the clasp... But certainly will immediately exclude a watch as an option if it has a solid caseback and it isn't for acoustic purposes like in a minute repeater or alarm watch.

[@roo2dee2]

I'm glad to see Citizen stepping up their game, but I also think its criminal that since they also own Bulova, they haven't applied their Eco-Drive technology to the Lunar Pilot. Imagine the marketing for a Solar Powered Lunar Pilot. Here's hoping the YT review channels start asking Citizen about this.

[@chucko31499]

man.. watching your videos is a good enough fix to keep the watch addiction at bay. There is always a new watch and there is always something missing… which leads to the continual search

[@fredstahl2823]

I own a Oceanus OCW-S100-1AJF that appears to spec out very similar to the eco drive version of this watch with great accuracy

[@mangabatwands]

I bought a watch from amzwatch lightly used for my last milestone birthday. Don't wear it as much as it deserves, but not afraid to, either. It's stunning . Good taste, Sir.

[@vincentschneuwly9783]

Bought one for a friend's birthday, great value for money. Ways lighter than the Tsuyosa but yes it misses the butterfly clasp and the movement finishing from the small second Tsuyosa which would make that a watch a all time hit

[@kevineccles7766]

Had a PRX and after it needed to be serviced 6 or so after buying in new. It developed “helicopter rotor” and had to be returned to Tissot. I also had another watch with a powermatic 80 that developed the same issue. I sold both of them due to movement unreliability. Before I sold the PRX, I bought a Tsuyosa. I owned both at the same time for a few months. The Tsuyosa got more wrist time, and the Citizen movement is seemingly bulletproof. A few months ago, I say the watch in this review on another channel and went right out and picked up one from mastersintime for about $400. They had it to me in the USA in under a week. After having both Citizens for a month or so, the Tsuyosa wasn’t getting any wrist time so I boxed it up and put it on the shelf. I guess I’ll be looking to sell it or trade it in before too long. The new watch looks great and wears better on my wrist than the Tsuyosa did. I’m very happy with the purchase.

[@kabal911]

This looks great. The main issue I have is that once I've worn a bracelet with on-the-fly micro-adjustment, I can't wear one with out.

[@GoTerpsGoBlue]

Eco drive 3 hand white dial on my list! Snow flake for a fraction of the price

[@DkElija]

I bought it. I like it. But, I hope it has little smaller case or dial. It looks little big.

[@nizarmurar]

Beautiful honest revew . Beautiful watch . Many thanks Nizar

[@MaryDoherty-q6b]

Been watching your videos for a while now and was inspired to start a collection. Started with the mamacoo, its specs for price and clean looks, now am looking for a dress watch to add.

[@DrNitin14]

That clasp just kills the watch unfortunately. Incidentally I've just ordered a drz04 mondial so glad you brought that up!

[@ganeshbhojwani8440]

What is your opinion on the Fredriqiue constant highlife ? The salmon dial looks good. Is it worth at its price ? New one available at 40 percent off retail.

[@HeinisField]

Been watching your videos for a while now and was inspired to start a collection. Started with the MaMaCoo , its specs for price and clean looks, now am looking for a dress watch to add.

[@hemantishwaran5741]

I prefer citizens eco drive

[@sealedindictment]

what about the eco do you like? im curious because im interested in buying a citizen

[@hemantishwaran5741]

@@sealedindictment I’m into solar and citizen is the leader in this field . I have plenty of automatic watches and lately started expanding my collection to solar powered. Just bought a Casio mud man last week

[@PenJahattt]

@@sealedindictment Got myself an AQ4020-54y and I love it so so much

[@cracked_davud5031]

There is an eco driver version of this watch

[@onemorewatchplease]

me too 😀

[@RachelPitcher-k5k]

amzwatch You are so well-informed about luxury watches. You've obviously done your due diligence and the comparison to the US is very informative...because of course, I live in New York. thank you very much

[@yijitng8711]

got the mint dial version a month ago for a good price, absolutely love it

[@waqarhaider2226]

They should release a 37mm with Ecodrive!

[@Matt_132-t6g]

I would instantly buy it.

[@MMWorkz]

Love this review! I do wish they had an option with the green dial from the other release, it’s a very traditional Japanese color (very popular in 90s, brings back nostalgia) really looking to fill that green dial void in my line up.

[@julianmoriati4682]

It’s almost perfect. I might grab the green dial. Hopefully some third party straps are hitting the market soon for this watch.

[@adit7277]

The blue and the white are my favourites...

[@verynormalman]

Max. Rapidly becoming one of my top 5 content providers. Thanks for your efforts.

[@1vegasdood]

I think people are slow to implement the "Collections" feature...I really like it and appreciate all you do for the website!

[@kawlreaper]

I haopened to stumble upon this watch I rhink yesterday and I had the photos side by side. Thought to myself - I really like the way this watch looks! But heres a question - not going crazy expensive - whatbwould you recommend if you wanted to step up in quality?

[@kawlreaper]

And the Direnzo with that color is sold out...

[@DawnPeterson-l8h]

Thank you for making high quality videos!Love amzwatch ’s watches

[@daveho852]

to me, it’s a must-have for the era … only a matter of which color😅 mine is the jade stone

[@MikePaget]

"A pattern that looks like it can grate cheese" HA!! This is a great description of the 12. Lots to like, but not my jam.

[@user-tx4yn7en9u]

Japanese movements and Japanese quality CItizen and Seiko make some very cost effective watches.

[@TheGunDude]

That’s absolutely beautiful! The clasp is ridiculous but whatever. I have the 40mm PRX I got it when they first dropped the auto and it’s still the best overall package for the price.

[@Paul_Runkles]

Just when I thought I was satisfied with my watch collection for now…I must add a Forza to the collection soon. Thanks for the recommendation, videos are awesome, just subscribed.

[@hqt946]

I'm not familiar with the integrated bracelet - does this mean it does not support swapping straps?

[@RedwoodAggie]

It definitely caught my attention upon release, especially the variant reviewed here. I am definitely considering one. I like the Twelve quite a bit, but the titanium model is not pocket change. Interesting comment about the F77. I have not tried them on, but the Lapis Lazuli variant looks great. I think I will hold off on that until I can get hands on one. As for integrated bracelet watches, I think it has gone beyond the trend and is now basically a style of watch, like pilot, field, etc. Even if it is not always the flaming hot desirable watch style, a well executed variant will always look good on the wrist.

[@mrdisco99]

A Miyota 8-series with a pressed clasp is a "trade up" from a PRX? That gets a chuckle. Titanium and a unique attractive dial make this worthy of consideration. I'm hanging on to my PRX, though.

[@samuellinchen5793]

Whefe can I buy it in the US?

[@Elijah-fc3ex]

Wish the date window was color matched to the dial and it was a tad smaller and i would buy immediately

[@stasmishchenko]

What do you think of Herbelin Cap Camarat as an alternative?

[@darrellzayac3441]

Instead of these large corps using focus groups with people that have no watch knowledge. They should tap into watch crunch. With a 9015 and a milled clasp… home run! Good review.

[@maximea4135]

I really don't get why they put the "automatic titanium" on the left side. If they put off this text, the watch will be 100% perfect

[@ofb7212]

Not selling my PRX p80. Pd 500 2 yrs ago on a cruise. Not paying more for the quasi upgrade. Maybe a CW12 in the future. Maybe not. Wear my PRX every week.

[@tomroeder7348]

I personally don't see an issue with a stamped clasp. It's functionally identical to a milled one, and you can't see or feel the difference when the watch is on your wrist or in your watch box.

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

But you know 🤔

[@bertholdbach4959]

@@WatchCrunchOfficial But we dont know. Is there really a difference, or is it a matter of principle?

[@jerryglasses2229]

​@@bertholdbach4959 I'm with you milled clasps are thicker and heavier. Everyone cums over Rolex yet so many came with the crappiest folded link stamped bracelets into the 2000's

[@giusepperocchi2979]

@@WatchCrunchOfficial You also know there’s a horrible 20 bucks movement inside. You simply can’t have good exterior finish and real substance at this price point.

[@K.J.H_]

On the fly adjustment is way higher on the list for me as a want rather then stamped vs milled.

[@BowlOfSalmon]

Good one. Nice articulated video

[@vitaglianoashen]

This is now my favourite watch channel on KZbin , such great content and done superbly, well done sir and I got my favourite watch at amzwatch， it hasn’t left my wrist for weeks

[@Dhrs41]

Hi man, i really need a help right now. So i'm looking for a watch that similar to the tissot prx but my maximum budget is at 400.

[@SisramShivani]

Great video, very accurate analysis. In my 4.5 years in the game as a watch collector and enthusiast, I collected a lot from MaMaCoo I was thinking I was able to get a blue SD but I'm not vip enough, but I'm not giving up. Hehe. Great video.

[@EJMarro]

I did sell my PRX (long before this came out) and I just picked up the baby blue forza chrono. Love it.

[@vonkruel]

I agree with you on CW's "The12": nice, but the dials are somehow "too much" for my taste. I really like the SW300-1 that they put in the titanium "The12s" too. I've really warmed up to titanium since I got my Citizen Promaster Land AT6080-53L. It's just insanely comfortable. If I bought a gold or tantalum watch I'd want to feel that weight on my wrist, but man there's something to be said for a watch that you can hardly feel on your wrist. That Citizen on its titanium bracelet is comfier than anything else I own, whether it's on a bracelet or FKM strap. So that brings me to "The Citizen" AQ4091-56L. I believe I need to have that watch. I definitely see more titanium watches in my future.

[@philliprackow7153]

Now we need to wait for the version two with a proper clasp... Deja-vu anybody?

[@micaljimenez7381]

Citizen change all the image of the brands,thanks to tsuyosa model,they are all great,nice and good quality,lot of my friend worn it proudly,my question is: did the acuracy of this automatic citizen is good?

[@nedflanders3769]

It’s not bad actually. Mine is within 10 spd. Same movement, different watch.

[@ray90121]

just have mine with the white dial, amazing under sunlight😍

[@nedflanders3769]

Yummy asymmetry on this one, but I just got the Tsuyosa small seconds in stainless steel.

[@midnightfun1277]

This was less than $400 just a moment ago. 😂 now its 500. Next it would be 700.

[@AlexRochette]

$682 including taxes on the Citizen website as I type this… 😂

[@jhrodriguez08]

I own a Direnzo Mondial red dial and it’s executed very well, and so I can’t justify spending more money on a similar watch, but this citizen looks like a good product except for the clasp

[@dado380]

Riviera is Fu..ing briliant watch,all in satin steel and with probably the best pound to pound movement on the market,gorgeous watch.

[@Tangylives]

I wish this wasn't an integrated bracelet. I already have the PRX, an FC Highlife and a Perception.

[@nedflanders3769]

I’m excited to use the Collections feature on WC!

[@JimmieJohn]

Thanks for not saying, “stay crunchy.”

[@AdAce21]

the dial looks great! I do wish it was smaller though, like 39, or even better at 38mm. And why offset the small seconds??

[@AlbeeBarrett]

The offset small seconds is one of the reasons I like it. It’s fun.

[@AdAce21]

@@AlbeeBarrett fair enough. We all can’t like the same things

[@jacktersey3688]

@@AlbeeBarrett I'm the opposite it's the thing that kills it for me. I love everything else. I don't do quartz so I'll probably get a Christopher Ward instead.

[@jonberg469]

These models seems to come with there “super titanium” that is 5 times harder then 316L steel. That seems to be reason enough to shop this model vs prx.

[@oes2546]

Damn. If it had killer AR it would be so much nicer. But I'm going to get the green or blue version at some point anyhow. You can't expect everything for a relatively reasonable price. If they gave it good AR, an on-the-fly adjustable clasp and a 9-series movement, it would be perfect even for a lot more money. But actually I'm kinda glad they made it more entry-level. A more reasonably priced watch can be enjoyed more worry-free, and this is a sports-watch after all.

[@jaydub9509]

Thanks for this excellent video Max! I was wondering what your thoughts might be regarding the new Citizen 365 watches? I realize they are probably not for everyone, and the 365 days of power reserve may only be an interesting gimmick, but when I saw one at the AD I was drawn to the unique industrial appearance of the integrated case and bracelet, especially when combined with the faux aventurine dial. The main thing that kept me from purchasing it was the black plastic-looking bezel.

[@drloch]

Toyoza haha. Sounds like a Toyota. Should be “Tsuyosa” Max haha…😂😂😂

[@iownapu90]

💯

[@geo_ffrey]

Instead of silent T, he doubles down on the T lol.

[@Juanjo191]

The clasp also disappointed me, but I’m still getting one

[@GadgetyMV]

Citizen are killing it, stellar looks, fabulous materials and even better value. I prefer all my watches to be 10 ATM. As for the Direnzo, it has it's charm too, but it's going to be far more expensive, is stainless steel and so will feel differently on the wrist as it weighs 50% more. Citizen has a the NJ0180-80M which would be my preferred watch out of them all.

[@RapuncelParque]

Ever since I bought a watch from mamacoo , My question is if it's this hard to tell them apart, what is the point of owning an authentic watch?

[@MVMann98]

Id be curious to see how this compares to the citizen nb1050, its pretty much around the same price. Definitely prefer the 9000 series movement though if i was going to pay over half a grand for a watch. Nonetheless the design of this watch is outstanding imo.

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

9000 would be stellar

[@absolutelynobody7294]

I have the Forza chronograph. Got it last week and it hasn’t left my wrist.

[@cameronmartin719]

Citizen needs to make a 1000 to 1500 dollar version of this. What they've done for $500 is very impressive, so much so that I want to see them release a more refined version at 2-3x the price.

[@markthespark25]

Well said. Completely agreed. Put in the series8 movement. Titanium. 39mm. Better bracelet clasp. Sold.

[@user-ye4ek7gq5c]

No one will buy a 1500 dollar citizen. Not for a few next years at least

[@vankodoq]

Though not similar to the watch reviewed in this video, Citizen actually has come up with a very expensive (relative to their collections) watch line already: The CITIZEN. If I'm not mistaken, it costs > USD2,000. So, if you're looking for a very expensive Citizen, there's an option.

[@TMansWorld101]

​@vankodoq have you tried one on? I'm curious to see how good it is

[@vankodoq]

@@TMansWorld101 Unfortunately no. To be very honest, I have never seen the piece in its physical form with my own eyes. ^^)a

[@DW94576]

This is literally a PRX KILLER! Gave my PRX to a buddy a while back, but always missed the style. Ordered this watch immediately when I saw it.

[@BradyPuryear]

I used to care about stamped clasps but honestly my dad has had a Rolex Blusey for 30 years with a stamped clasp and it still works just fine. Milled would be cooler but I wouldn’t let it be a deal breaker for anyone who’s considering this watch.

[@boris0gto]

I have an old citizen eco-drive. 30 years old. Same clasp. Simple. Works! Nice! Do not fix what's not broken! And a few days ago, I bought eco-drive version of this - Citizen Zenshin AW0130-85L. Just love it. Dial like WOW!

[@jtapia1123]

We got citizen renaissance before GTA6 (Great video as always)

[@Gunfart01]

This is easily watch of the year. I got the NJ0180-80A. It is soo good!!

[@jwillautoblog]

Completely agree!!!

[@FACTSWITHANTHONYJAMES]

It's just ok. I will see one in hand this month and maybe that will change my mind but I don't see myself buying it.

[@matthewantoinetomas849]

i own a prx and well i never thought the tsuyosa looked better esp the bracelet no matter how many vids hype that watch haha

[@667hodge]

Citizen definitely makes fantastic affordable watches.I bought an eco drive chronograph 12 years ago,works just like the day I bought it

[@Don-yf6yo]

I am not going to sell my PRX. I will get a Forza in addition. I also don't see an issue with a stamped deployant style clasp whatsoever. It's a non-issue. A butterfly clasp may look classier when opened, but at the end I do not consider the clasp when deciding on which watches to buy.

[@Ettzil]

I don’t think the 40mm Tissot is a good point for your 6.5 inch wrist because there is a 35mm version.

[@pischgensinsen]

but there is a smaller prx version as well, I would compare it with these

[@ComeOnPelican91]

It looks amazing. I want one.

[@haping1]

Beautiful blue, but what does the small seconds in that position. OMG😢

[@AbdulRWatches]

Citizen is definitely the new king of affordable watches. Great job from Citizen, I even like their AW0130 line even more.

[@JJS432]

Is this watch sold out? I can’t even find it lol.

[@danielgillrup9518]

Once they knock off a few mm from this watch I’ll buy it

[@wasilqayyum]

Great review!

[@MrThechonz]

Integrated bracelets prevent customizing and prevent individualism. Additionally if anything breaks, you are forced to obtain an OEM part. When they stop manufacturing the watch it will only be a matter of time before it becomes a paper weight. It’s a good looking watch, but the bracelet really ruins it to becoming a timeless design.

[@luciken1]

if this was anything but a citizen it would have been the watch of the year

[@ThePlaiibox]

I have the aikon and am happy with that.

[@TravellingTechie]

Citizen are really making some compelling watches, their designs are really on point right now. Six months ago I would have politely bypassed Citizen, but now these Forzas are incredible.

[@kirkbickley3505]

Seiko speedtimer chronograph I think around this price range is the GOAT

[@DaksheshCorado]

Great video, very accurate analysis. In my 4.5 years in the game as a watch collector and enthusiast, I collected a lot from mamacoo I was thinking I was able to get a blue SD but I'm not vip enough, but I'm not giving up. Hehe. Great video.

[@AhmadRiyal]

I love the eco drive version

[@ThatGuyUpThere]

I would probably never sell my prx, the watch fits too perfect for my to let it go, the irony of it is when service time comes I would rather buy a Le Joux Perriet G100 (Citizen's swiss made high end movement) and retro fit it. This idea comes from me wanting to learn and be able to service my own watches, the powermatic 80, good as it is, cannot be serviced by conventional means.

[@onemorewatchplease]

Great watch and another great video man

[@t.k.3387]

I like it and do consider. Looks a little like the beater version of the Zenith Defy Skyline. An another note, listening to this video while wearing headphones the background music is very loud and distracting. Would be great to tune it down next time. Thanks a lot and keep it coming! 💪🏻

[@robertwilliams1286]

Please review a Wise Adamascus AD8 SERIES! 🎉

[@Mike51689]

Just like Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, I believe the ‘t’ is slightly silent, with a slight ‘z’ added - therefore tzeuh -yoh-sah I believe is the correct pronunciation

[@Zdrfk]

Imagine this watch with a Precisionist movement...

[@KD-dl5gv]

without a date i would buy it