Cheaper And Better Than Grand Seiko! Citizen Chronomaster AQ4030-51A

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04:38 Packaging
06:25 Dimensions
09:23 Movement + Accuracy
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Sleeper luxury? Ultimate GADA? Not one for the show offs, because it is just so plain, it looks like a regular Citizen. I am not ruling out a GS at some point, but until they do a titanium with lume and a 9F, I'll be very very happy with my Chronomaster. Cheers, Jody

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  • @carlkim2577
    @carlkim2577 Жыл бұрын

    I have an earlier version of this. People won't get it until you try on this watch. The crystal is so clear that you think it isn't there. Sometimes I catch myself poking the dial to make sure it didn't fall off. The comfort from the perfect balance of weight is incredible.

  • @JustOneMoreWatch

    @JustOneMoreWatch

    Жыл бұрын

    Amen Carl! So comfortable and amazing glass.

  • @mattmatt2417

    @mattmatt2417

    Жыл бұрын

    At least it has Sapphire glass,its also titanium, also at least its quartz/the time won't be off a minute to three minutes a day/hopefully it will only be off ABOUT fifteen seconds a month/maybe three minutes a year,the only way these watches are able to pull this off though/the only reason the time loss is in an acceptable range,is because,the Spring Dive movement,is regulated by quartz,with out the quartz, the Spring Dive movement,would be useless/trash as well and the Citizen uses quartz,to make sure its in an acceptable range,this is where the watch starts going way down hill/its tiny/its only 44mms,its a basic watch,feature wise/it also ONLY has 100mm water resistance,no solar,no Atomic,honestly for these prices, every single watch made by these companies should, MAYBE be made out of Titanium,even if its disguised titanium, meaning they can still keep the look their going for, but just add that durability, it should DEFINITELY have sapphire glass,it should DEFINITELY be 200mm+ water resistant,it should be solar and it should be atomic, no matter which watch it is,the value of these parts are DEFINITELY not worth the price tag anyway, your paying for a name and to be honest, they should make ALL of their watches keep time to 1 second a year or just perfect it,even if Atomic is built in or if it uses a satellite of some kind, after all for these prices, there is no limit/for the price their charging NOTHING should be left out/left off,no excuses,we should DEFINITELY hold these companies to higher standards/I think if you buy a watch at these prices, it should have ALL of these features and you should have access to their time keeping satellites,that could auto wind your watch/send a signal to automatically set and wind your clock at midnight every night. These are better watch,SOME lack SOME features,but they are all at least built well/they are not just junk/they will actually hold up; Bulova Sea King Omega Ploprof Omega Seamaster Ultra Deep Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Titanium Rolex Deepsea dweller Tudor Pelagos 25600tn-bkti Titanium Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon Deepquest ii Shinola The Ice Monster Seiko Tuna Orient Triton MTG-G1000D Steel GST-B100 MTG-B1000XBD Mudman Rangeman Frogman ProTreks GW-5610 GSW-H1000 GPR-B1000 Rangeman

  • @tamdam

    @tamdam

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@mattmatt2417 Put down the meth pipe dude

  • @bambammartin1556

    @bambammartin1556

    Жыл бұрын

    The way the light plays with the washi paper is incredible

  • @wendyandgeoffpattison2610

    @wendyandgeoffpattison2610

    Жыл бұрын

    @@mattmatt2417 we don't have access to atomic or satellite time in Australia Matt, so not necessary here. IMHO perfect Time is not really necessary, if I look at my watch and it reads say, 8.55, I will say to whoever is asking, it's 9 o'clock. Obviously, if a watch is losing 10 minutes a day it's no good, but sometimes, close enough is good enough. Or, is that just the Aussie in me waffleing on.

  • @EricPark971
    @EricPark971 Жыл бұрын

    I have been sticking with Citizen since 1995 and have never been disappointed

  • @TheBigTezz
    @TheBigTezz Жыл бұрын

    I need to go to bed…

  • @JustOneMoreWatch

    @JustOneMoreWatch

    Жыл бұрын

    Ha! Only 18 minutes to go and you can do mate!

  • @teamtrust4394

    @teamtrust4394

    Жыл бұрын

    … I just woke up. Good morning from Germany 😅

  • @atlanticfightclub5213

    @atlanticfightclub5213

    Жыл бұрын

    Me too man, 2:18 amhere

  • @birdytiger

    @birdytiger

    Жыл бұрын

    Know that feel, man.

  • @TheProco2020

    @TheProco2020

    Жыл бұрын

    Morning from UK. just woke up and now watching this and googling for this watch.

  • @jeffone
    @jeffone Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful watch for those who prefer understated perfection in timekeeping. Very impressive!

  • @eddiejones.redvees

    @eddiejones.redvees

    Жыл бұрын

    I will stay with my beast of a watch witch is just has accurate my bulova sea king I got it for les then a quarter of the price of your citizen but saying that you have got your self a nice watch

  • @praajesh592
    @praajesh592 Жыл бұрын

    Oh my God, this is what peak Quartz looks like. Mind-blowing piece

  • @poulwinther
    @poulwinther Жыл бұрын

    "The Japanese finish titanium better than the Swiss finish steel." Honestly, this is the first time I've seen titanium looking good enough for me to be interested. WOW! I am totally with you on the understated perfection for aficionados only.

  • @e28forever30

    @e28forever30

    Жыл бұрын

    I received an Oceanus OCW-T600 chronograph, secondhand with some signs of use, and I was honestly surprised at the finishing level on the Titanium. Really impressive!

  • @tailsneon556

    @tailsneon556

    Жыл бұрын

    You should check out the Seiko SARX titanium models (055, 057) If you like this style of Ti finishing.

  • @rickjason215

    @rickjason215

    Жыл бұрын

    The GS Snowflake is titanium and it is beautifully finished.

  • @tynchytemper9618

    @tynchytemper9618

    2 ай бұрын

    You melt

  • @AlexanderB.
    @AlexanderB. Жыл бұрын

    Finally Citizen get the appreciation from you they deserve. Details like the artisanal handmade paper worked into the dial is what I love about Japanese watchmaking, subtle nods to Japanese culture that aren't in your face though. But all things considered, a Grand Seiko would give me more tingles.

  • @nielwilliams4687
    @nielwilliams46879 ай бұрын

    As one video stated, this is the best watch in the world.

  • @asvpxbrendan
    @asvpxbrendan Жыл бұрын

    Quartz watches are awesome and Seiko/Citizen have such a lot of really cool options. Have a GS SBGF021 from mid 2000's. Lumed indices + hands, 200m wr, 36mm, +/- 10s a year and independently adjustable hour hand. Great pickup Jody!

  • @gyrfalcon7332
    @gyrfalcon7332 Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely gorgeous and I love the accuracy. Titanium is a huge bonus. I have the GS SBGV243 and love it but I can see these Citizens giving it a run for the money! In regard to GS accuracy…I sent mine to GS for a battery replacement. It was still under warranty so it didn’t cost me a dime, not even for shipping. In any event, they also serviced the movement. And…drum roll, it’s now at plus 0.017 seconds per day. That’s plus 6 seconds per year. Pretty cool for a watch that is rated at 10. I’ve read about others getting even better, right out of the box. 🎉🎉🎉

  • @mattmcgriff5952
    @mattmcgriff5952 Жыл бұрын

    I just got in the AQ4080-52L, which is the steel The Citizen, same movement but more of a classic oyster style dress watch. Simply stunning. Love it!

  • @elgatto3133
    @elgatto3133 Жыл бұрын

    glad people are finally taking notice of these, my holy grail watch

  • @goldencalf5144
    @goldencalf5144 Жыл бұрын

    Good to see Citizen giving Seiko a run for its money, just like it did back in the day.

  • @priyadarshiniacharya7071

    @priyadarshiniacharya7071

    Жыл бұрын

    I love Citizen but in terms of claiming the market, it can never surpass Seiko 5 in the budget segment. The reason is the availability. Seiko SNX series is available in India on sites at something like MRP+40 or 50$ but the only things that citizen pushes is the quartz ones at the same rate of inflation.

  • @grenphelps7455

    @grenphelps7455

    Жыл бұрын

    They might be giving Seiko a run, but it's not in the same league as a GS

  • @stevebennett7783

    @stevebennett7783

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@grenphelps7455 100% its not in the same ball park as GS.

  • @StardustLegacyFighter

    @StardustLegacyFighter

    Жыл бұрын

    @@stevebennett7783 Big difference in price.

  • @LeeePowers

    @LeeePowers

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@stevebennett7783"ain't the same fkn ballpark,it ain't the same league,it ain't even the same fkn sport." Jules Winfield

  • @denisripley8699
    @denisripley8699 Жыл бұрын

    General appearance is Casio (EFV-100D)-esque.. which has sexier hands.

  • @ajgross67
    @ajgross67 Жыл бұрын

    I had the 37.5mm AQ4020 model for about a year and a half. Truly incredible watches. The smaller models in addition to not having lume also don’t have a screw down crown and are thinner (10.5mm) with a flat crystal. It definitely seems like they try and make the 40mm models more of a GADA type of watch and the smaller watches more dress pieces

  • @Blue_3rd
    @Blue_3rd Жыл бұрын

    This one has been on my radar for a while. What a watch! Thanks for the review, Jodie.

  • @2manysigns
    @2manysigns Жыл бұрын

    Love it . I've been looking at the very same model and color for a few weeks and literally an hour ago for the previous hour . Then the perfect video magically appears : )

  • @mattc1704
    @mattc17043 ай бұрын

    Evening Jody from the UK. I have now found & ordered this watch! I’m over the moon! Thank you very much for your detailed video. My Omega Seamaster will now be departing from me & this AQ 4030-51a will have a permanent place on my wrist whilst I’m not wearing my beater for work!

  • @carstenhuberonlinecoaching
    @carstenhuberonlinecoaching Жыл бұрын

    I just ordered a AQ4091-56E yesterday 😬. I also own a Gs Sbgv207. I am even more excited now for the Citizen after i've seen your video. Thank you very much for your review!

  • @twinvader_
    @twinvader_ Жыл бұрын

    Great to finally get this one in detail after you teased it awhile back on Insta. Congrats on acquiring a beautiful ‘keeper’ in this Chronomaster, a new addition to several wishlists after watching this no doubt.

  • @ZaltekReviews
    @ZaltekReviews Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the review Jody. I've been patiently waiting for this one since you mentioned you got one last year. I'm seriously tempted. 😎

  • @sinjinadams2862
    @sinjinadams2862 Жыл бұрын

    I own a Citizen Titanium Eco Drive dive watch and absolutely love it! It happens to be the watch I am wearing right now. I love the feel and lightness of Titanium. There is nothing more comfortable.

  • @timrosenthal46
    @timrosenthal46 Жыл бұрын

    I love it, it's beautiful. I have never understood the 'vanilla' reference to Citizen. To me, an average watch person , they have always been as good as any Seiko, at least in my price range anyway.

  • @mikewysko2268
    @mikewysko2268 Жыл бұрын

    The layered dial design is fascinating and has subtle, interesting appearance. Well done Citizen.

  • @ayoungtricknamedjim5498
    @ayoungtricknamedjim5498 Жыл бұрын

    Grand Seiko is, hands down, my favorite watch brand and has been for many years. However, my very first decent mechanical watch was a Citizen. I think it may be time to bring it back around and grab one of these from the The Citizen line. They are absolutely stunning and can't be beat for the price.

  • @fatelvis5791
    @fatelvis5791 Жыл бұрын

    so thankful for a proper quartz review

  • @rxmar23
    @rxmar23 Жыл бұрын

    This is truly impressive, and its under the radar character is part of that. It wasn’t called out in the review, but it looks the the hour and minute hands have a “tip of the sword” bevel at the tip. It looks so good!

  • @UnseenHero
    @UnseenHero Жыл бұрын

    Been stalking this watch for a while now. Happy for this review finally!

  • @c2pascual
    @c2pascual10 ай бұрын

    Got the hand dyed indigo blue dial one. I love how it looks so plain, but when the sunlight catches the dial, the washi paper details really pop. There's nothing like it offered by any watchmaker. Also when given compliments by a watch repairman and salesman, you know you got something special.

  • @JustOneMoreWatch

    @JustOneMoreWatch

    10 ай бұрын

    Blue is a stunner mate! Good choice. I love mine and wear it more than any other watch. So comfortable, and always the right time and date. That is surely the point of a watch eh?

  • @chillausmc
    @chillausmc Жыл бұрын

    Been waiting for a nice citizen and love the eco drive chronos. This video has me reavaluating my choices. Thanks Jodi

  • @Simon_Hawkshaw
    @Simon_Hawkshaw Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this comprehensive review of this beautiful watch.

  • @natjes6017
    @natjes6017 Жыл бұрын

    Mine is from 2014 and is still in great condition and blingy thanks to Duratec. Fantastic watch, and very underrated. Thanks for your review 👍

  • @Shri_V
    @Shri_V Жыл бұрын

    This looks awesome...was hoping for more macro shots of that dial.

  • @MrShanebizzle
    @MrShanebizzle Жыл бұрын

    Loving these new Citizen watches. Thanks for featuring so many!

  • @spicydragon3881
    @spicydragon3881 Жыл бұрын

    Citizen in my opinion is overlooked far to often by far too many. They have a ton of offerings and build some outstanding watches. I've always loved this watch but have for some reason been nervous to pull the trigger. I love the classic understated, as you said, "if you know, you know" design. I have Rolex, Patek and Omega that were passed down from my father, so I'm always nervous wearing them out and about. Thank you for another honest review and helping me to makeup my mind. :)

  • @mujahidsolomons8766
    @mujahidsolomons8766 Жыл бұрын

    I've been waiting Sooo patiently for this review Jody and I must say... It's been worth it! I have never been a big fan of Japanese watches and always aimed for Swiss assuming that they were superior... But my, was I mistaken, the Japanese takes things to a whole new level. After pulling the trigger on my Oceanus T200 which I love to bits, this Citizen Chronomaster is going to be my next big purchase.. I've had my eye on it for a while.. love the superb craftsmanship and finish together with the understatedness!

  • @felixchong2002
    @felixchong2002 Жыл бұрын

    I own the black face. Got mine while in Japan. Definitely wearing this more than my Grand Seiko Spring Drive GMT.

  • @armidas200
    @armidas200 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Jody! This was a joy to watch.

  • @evcjackson
    @evcjackson Жыл бұрын

    Another amazing piece. My first "nice" watch was a super titanium Eco-Drive which was a GADA watch for a decade.

  • @michaelmable336
    @michaelmable336 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your review and closing summary. This one is definitely on my radar! 😍

  • @jonathans2281
    @jonathans2281 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations Jody! It's beautiful.

  • @Razor_Burn
    @Razor_Burn Жыл бұрын

    Nice to see a Citizen get some love and it looks premium so great review!!!

  • @gynechiatrist
    @gynechiatrist Жыл бұрын

    Over past 2 months I have worn a Seiko Solar Tuna with a steel aftermarket shroud. I have an old tricompax perpetual calendar Citizen that is a bit to change for daylight savings and travel and looks like a WalMart discount bin reject. This one nails it. Striking resemblance to a Perpetual- or DayDate. Will watch this again in a week. Maybe shopping time.

  • @JefferyDL70
    @JefferyDL70 Жыл бұрын

    I'm generally a black dial lover, but this watch looks absolutely amazing in white. You definitely chose the right color!

  • @alexandredeoliveirapenna198
    @alexandredeoliveirapenna198 Жыл бұрын

    Amazing one Jody!!! This exact model is my grail watch since I discovered it 5 years ago. Thanks a lot

  • @BrandochGarage
    @BrandochGarage Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this review. That paper on the dial is wonderful! Lovely.

  • @piotrskoczylas222
    @piotrskoczylas222 Жыл бұрын

    "Hello and welcome" makes my day! Thank you Jody!

  • @anthonywhitney634
    @anthonywhitney634 Жыл бұрын

    I own an older Citizen eco drive, I love it. Amazing build quality, understated looks, 200wr, but I forget I'm wearing it! I've never cared about brand name prestige.

  • @charanjeev13
    @charanjeev13 Жыл бұрын

    Was about to skip the packaging part then I hear about the savings, excellent hook there sir 👌🏻

  • @malakisands8180
    @malakisands8180 Жыл бұрын

    I received a Citizen BN0151-09L Promaster Dive Eco Drive Blue face and Synthetic strap. I was on the fence for one of their Automatic offerings and I can say I am so happy to receive a watch that charges by light. Time is right on, lime is better than some of my more expensive watches. To have a EDC watch that just functions, seems tough and looks great. Citizen is not looked at like Seiko but you get a great made product by a company that has made strides in the watch industry

  • @charlescalvert8273
    @charlescalvert8273 Жыл бұрын

    I have 7 Citizen watches and love them all.

  • @kabdu68
    @kabdu68 Жыл бұрын

    Wow. I love it. Thank you for showing that all Quartz are not made equally

  • @Assault0137
    @Assault0137 Жыл бұрын

    I think this is one of your better written videos. Always a joy to listen

  • @JustOneMoreWatch

    @JustOneMoreWatch

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate! Extra long. Ha!

  • @rmd4209
    @rmd4209 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for this comprehensive review Jody!! This video made me want to buy this watch now!! I like a good looking watch obviously but most importantly an accurate watch!! This Citizen Chronomaster AQ4030-51A in the white dial is an all rounder honestly. You have 95% of what a watch enthusiast is looking for in a watch. 😍😍😍 Keep it up!!

  • @lefroy1
    @lefroy1 Жыл бұрын

    A fine watch Jody. Been looking into high end Citizens myself, although not that high-end.

  • @johnsrabe
    @johnsrabe Жыл бұрын

    I am in love with this watch and have been dying for this review! As a stealth item it reminds me of the Mercedes 6.9. Only you know what’s beneath the hood. Thanks for this. Time to get to work on that screenplay!

  • @Joellercoaster
    @Joellercoaster Жыл бұрын

    As someone who bought a no-date GS 9F specifically to avoid the date-adjustment thing and maximise grab-and-go, I have to say a HAQ with perpetual calendar is right up my street. And although it *is* a Citizen, the titanium case plus washi dial has intriguing JDM snob factor. You've got me looking very seriously at the indigo-dialed one from this year now...

  • @jazzman5598
    @jazzman55986 ай бұрын

    Fine vid Jody. Thanks!

  • @jackdaw3173
    @jackdaw3173 Жыл бұрын

    i thought it would be more you than me mate...but i got to be honest the more i hear and see about this watch the more i think its right up my street.when i used to look at my dads citizens from the 80's they had that applied branding..as did seiko...yeah...this one is nostalgic and futuristic and undertstated all at the same time....nice one Jody!

  • @perfecto1701
    @perfecto1701 Жыл бұрын

    Great review mate! Thanks.

  • @pickles632
    @pickles632 Жыл бұрын

    I was waiting for this review! Lovely watch!

  • @tomcruz3774
    @tomcruz3774 Жыл бұрын

    I've been waiting for this!

  • @craig2100
    @craig2100 Жыл бұрын

    Great looking quartz. Love that it hits all of the markers. Brilliant purchase.

  • @zwerko

    @zwerko

    Жыл бұрын

    For that amount of money, it better be. My sub-$100 Casios are hitting the markers perfectly. I don't know how we got to a point to accept manufacturing sloppiness on expensive watches and actually count as a pro that they are aligned/calibrated properly.

  • @bigwilliearmitage

    @bigwilliearmitage

    Жыл бұрын

    @@zwerko Agree. Casio can do this reliably in much cheaper watches so we should expect nothing less in something anywhere close to this. Honestly, any quartz timepiece over $100 that isn't properly assembled to hit the indices would be a deal-breaker for me.

  • @DM-rc4yu

    @DM-rc4yu

    Жыл бұрын

    @@bigwilliearmitage The truth is that people don't really care. More expensive watches are really bought for the name, not for quality.

  • @zwerko

    @zwerko

    Жыл бұрын

    @@bigwilliearmitage I wouldn't buy even a sub-$100 watch that doesn't hit the indices-to me, that's elementary, like missing to put the hour hand or having the dial upside down. It's unacceptable at any price, and just the fact that we have to list that as a good thing on $1k+ watches tells you how this hobby is horribly broken.

  • @pinikpikantv3555
    @pinikpikantv35554 ай бұрын

    Citizen stole the crown from seiko post pandemic but I am still a seikoholic and will be hunting the iconic watches on the used market.

  • @tooslow8150
    @tooslow8150 Жыл бұрын

    Excellent review. Thanks.

  • @pktsqr
    @pktsqr Жыл бұрын

    I've been super interested in this watch for a while. I love Citizens in general, and in a brand-loyalty sense it would seem right to have it be my first $2K+ watch. Plus, dang, THAT PAPER DIAL. Thanks for the detailed overview.

  • @hermv9994
    @hermv9994 Жыл бұрын

    Been waiting for more reviews on this model and rivalling the higher end watches is crazy from citizen

  • @danohpsp
    @danohpsp Жыл бұрын

    This is an amazing piece in all respects. I have the last generation and by far it's my favorite piece in my collection even over the large name brands. I love the size, light weight and perpetual calendar. I am dismayed though that you reviewed it in a selfish way...people might catch on to how amazing this piece is and then cause the popularity and price to go up!

  • @deanwoods9294
    @deanwoods9294 Жыл бұрын

    Great review! Have been considering a purchase of this very watch recently, great timing Jody

  • @boonie3
    @boonie3 Жыл бұрын

    While on the topic of Citizen, if you're looking for a budget solar chronograph I would recommend the Citizen CA7030 series. I think there are 4 or 5 colours but the CA7030-97A and the CA7030-97W are my personal favourites.

  • @michaelbradley6488
    @michaelbradley6488 Жыл бұрын

    Nice review, I have been considering these Citizen's for a few months now.

  • @cursedrake7975
    @cursedrake7975 Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful watch, the AQ4020, a very similar model, may be my next purchase. I currently have a 9F quartz, the SBGP017, and it’s one of the +-5 secs a year like your Citizen, but still no solar charging or perpetual calendar like you have here. I’m really happy both Grand Seiko and Citizen give quartz the respect it deserves!

  • @jaysterling26

    @jaysterling26

    Жыл бұрын

    But with the 9F you can change the battery yourself, right?

  • @mattmatt2417

    @mattmatt2417

    Жыл бұрын

    At least it has Sapphire glass,its also titanium, also at least its quartz/the time won't be off a minute to three minutes a day/hopefully it will only be off ABOUT fifteen seconds a month/maybe three minutes a year,the only way these watches are able to pull this off though/the only reason the time loss is in an acceptable range,is because,the Spring Dive movement,is regulated by quartz,with out the quartz, the Spring Dive movement,would be useless/trash as well and the Citizen uses quartz,to make sure its in an acceptable range,this is where the watch starts going way down hill/its tiny/its only 44mms,its a basic watch,feature wise/it also ONLY has 100mm water resistance,no solar,no Atomic,honestly for these prices, every single watch made by these companies should, MAYBE be made out of Titanium,even if its disguised titanium, meaning they can still keep the look their going for, but just add that durability, it should DEFINITELY have sapphire glass,it should DEFINITELY be 200mm+ water resistant,it should be solar and it should be atomic, no matter which watch it is,the value of these parts are DEFINITELY not worth the price tag anyway, your paying for a name and to be honest, they should make ALL of their watches keep time to 1 second a year or just perfect it,even if Atomic is built in or if it uses a satellite of some kind, after all for these prices, there is no limit/for the price their charging NOTHING should be left out/left off,no excuses,we should DEFINITELY hold these companies to higher standards/I think if you buy a watch at these prices, it should have ALL of these features and you should have access to their time keeping satellites,that could auto wind your watch/send a signal to automatically set and wind your clock at midnight every night. These are better watch,SOME lack SOME features,but they are all at least built well/they are not just junk/they will actually hold up; Bulova Sea King Omega Ploprof Omega Seamaster Ultra Deep Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Titanium Rolex Deepsea dweller Tudor Pelagos 25600tn-bkti Titanium Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon Deepquest ii Shinola The Ice Monster Seiko Tuna Orient Triton MTG-G1000D Steel GST-B100 MTG-B1000XBD Mudman Rangeman Frogman ProTreks GW-5610 GSW-H1000 GPR-B1000 Rangeman

  • @cursedrake7975

    @cursedrake7975

    Жыл бұрын

    @@jaysterling26 yeah sure but I probably won’t, don’t trust myself to handle that task, will take it to a watchmaker when the battery runs out.

  • @markkamensek2950
    @markkamensek2950 Жыл бұрын

    [Edit] Ignore everything after this. I've changed my mind after watching the video again. That's a stunner. My literal only issue with it is that it's a Quartz, and paying that much for a Quartz just isn't my thing. I think I'd get more bang for my buck with something like a Wempe Zeitmeister Classic. (but if Quartz is your thing, that's a stunning watch.

  • @pannontigris
    @pannontigris Жыл бұрын

    Well, yesterday I bought this watch. I wanted the AQ4020 but clicked on the wrong product page. I couldn't cancel the order... I was so mad when I realized that mistake that I had to buy the AQ4020-54Y too (because that was my grail watch). Now, after watching this video, I think that was one of the best mistakes I ever made 😂

  • @Kwr34538
    @Kwr34538 Жыл бұрын

    Great video !! I bought my Citizen from an upmarket watch dealer and though I have other watches it is the one always on my wrist ! I love the Titanium and its almost (weight wise) non existent on my wrist It's the 300 meter Royal Marines Commando L.E. The Saphire crystal is the best out of all my watches !! The accuracy is exactly +20 seconds in 6 months which is also my most accurate out of all my branded watches And finally it's the watch that I always get envious remarks like "that's a nice watch" or if they don't verbally say anything, their eyes are focused on my wrist whilst I'm having a conversation! I look forward to your next video !!✌

  • @chopwet
    @chopwet Жыл бұрын

    I totally know what you mean by the Yahoo Auctions Japan rabbit hole. I have happily fallen down it several times and came away with some awesome old Casio G-SHOCK MR-G. I've been wanting to know more about the Chronomaster too, thanks for another really interesting and well done review!

  • @tablameister
    @tablameister Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the review. Very nice looking watch. I love the high-end JDM watches - I have a Casio Oceanus, Citizen Attesa, and a Seiko Astron.

  • @pjreeves1
    @pjreeves1 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Jody for the definitive review of this watch I have the later black version and like you I wear it every day. I agree with all your points - its the ultimate sleeper watch - those in the know will get what a bargain it is. I would love it if Citizen produced a more sports/professional version like an explorer 1 with this finishing and accuracy.

  • @billy.g3597
    @billy.g3597 Жыл бұрын

    I adore the understated look of this watch. You could wear it every day and to any occasion.

  • @sdiver68
    @sdiver68 Жыл бұрын

    Well done Jody I have this AQ4030 with Black dial, GS SBGN 9f, and Oceanus...along with a collection of Swiss. They are all 3 great! For around $350, Oceanus cannot be beat. Pros/cons between this and GS 9f. The 1 area Citizen falls a little short of GS is finishing particularly the hands. But they exceed GS in movement specs and of course Ti. I'd throw Seiko Astron in the mix as another strong option at price points between those above.

  • @BrettH94509
    @BrettH94509 Жыл бұрын

    I have the smaller AQ4020-54Y in 37.5mm with the white washi paper dial. No lume on the hands but its only about 10.6mm thick! Both are beautiful.

  • @manuelleite9887
    @manuelleite9887 Жыл бұрын

    Hi Jody. Thank you for the review. i've been looking to one of those for years but, in the minetime, my wife offer me a Seiko Astron. I think you've never reviewed One, but you definately should. More or less the same money, supreme finishing and a great movement. Thank you once again. Take care

  • @jamessmith6402
    @jamessmith6402 Жыл бұрын

    What a winner I love a super accurate watch we cant use atomic controlled in South Africa unfortunately 👍 thanks Jody good review

  • @ericsherer3505
    @ericsherer3505 Жыл бұрын

    Very impressive. After filling my collection with mostly Divers( which you had reviewed 😄), I am getting more into the GADA category. This is a very top notch prospect. Thanks for the review.

  • @WH250398
    @WH250398 Жыл бұрын

    Citizen is a great watchbrand. Their Solar line is fantastic.

  • @derricksmigh1665
    @derricksmigh1665 Жыл бұрын

    Im glad ur coming to the citizen side. Citizen navahawk got me hooked now im dam near 8k into watches an cant stop

  • @apparaoapparao
    @apparaoapparao Жыл бұрын

    Very thorough 👍

  • @christianaviles2199
    @christianaviles2199 Жыл бұрын

    Definitely seems like the ultimate minimal maintenance GADA. This could easily be the only watch you need for someone who doesn't see the need for a collection (not me I like variety too much). I wish it had the Citizen Chicken on the dial to make it more delicious. It seems the best way for Citizen to differentiate between their standard fare and more premium choices is the chicken. Plus they could do a Smokey and the Bandit edition. Citizen is an underrated major brand for sure. Especially if you appreciate all practical multi purpose everyday watches. Still holding out for them to go all out mad scientist and create an Eco-drive Ultra Precisionist (they do own Bulova and best sweeping movement outside of Spring Drive imo) Super Titanium family of watches that are a technical tour de force.

  • @G1GG4
    @G1GG44 ай бұрын

    I've just bought the blue one, been wanting one since this video came out!

  • @bobmcmahon9528
    @bobmcmahon9528 Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful watch! As a fan of Citizen, thank you for the detailed review. Cheers!

  • @valeriafernandez3578
    @valeriafernandez3578 Жыл бұрын

    Es una obra de arte su construcción tanto de caja como el movimiento muy buen video deja ver qué citizen no tiene nada que envidiar a gran Seiko saludos de Panamá 🇵🇦👍

  • @DOPEGEEE
    @DOPEGEEE Жыл бұрын

    Jody, now I love you even more, ahmm as a Seiko fan and a watch reviewer, you re givin CITIZEN finally a shot.

  • @e28forever30
    @e28forever30 Жыл бұрын

    Citizen delivers. Just took delivery of a CB0140 pilots watch. Titanium, sapphire, Eco Drive, Radio Controlled, milled clasp, decent lume, perfect fit and finish and 100 grams on my 7 inch wrist. There is no Seiko equivalent that can complete for around 500€. This Chronomaster is terrific.

  • @balazsracsko1682
    @balazsracsko1682 Жыл бұрын

    This was to be my best kept secret, now it's all over the place! :) Thanks, mate! ;)

  • @brentwhite9712
    @brentwhite97123 ай бұрын

    Absolute stunning, Citizen need to do more in refined, simple dial designs!

  • @markplayford5836
    @markplayford5836 Жыл бұрын

    Well I love it. Titanium, therefore weight, correct size, solar accuracy, 100m wr, sapphire and great finishing to the case and bracelet. Hell I also love the font style on the dial and that it floats. Moans and niggles are date to ruin symmetry ( but at least it is set and forget), no micro adjustments and I suppose price. So overall pretty sensational Jody, you bought well sir. 👌

  • @justaguyyouknow7139
    @justaguyyouknow7139 Жыл бұрын

    I have this exact watch but man sizing the bracelet is super super difficult, and all the local jewlers just basically looked at it and didn't want to bother. The watch otherwise is incredible. Quartz at this high of quality is so rare, and this watch was ultimately, I realized, what I was looking for during my whole journey in watches, the whole time. The only fault is that it's not blue and white at the same time!

  • @duncanhamilton5841

    @duncanhamilton5841

    Жыл бұрын

    What's the max bracelet size? I've been looking at one for ages, but I'm a 7.5 to 8 wrist, depending on weather and what I've been doing in the gym

  • @felixchong2002

    @felixchong2002

    Жыл бұрын

    What so difficult? I DIY it. Just like any other watch. Just need the right drivers.

  • @mattmatt2417

    @mattmatt2417

    Жыл бұрын

    At least it has Sapphire glass,its also titanium, also at least its quartz/the time won't be off a minute to three minutes a day/hopefully it will only be off ABOUT fifteen seconds a month/maybe three minutes a year,the only way these watches are able to pull this off though/the only reason the time loss is in an acceptable range,is because,the Spring Dive movement,is regulated by quartz,with out the quartz, the Spring Dive movement,would be useless/trash as well and the Citizen uses quartz,to make sure its in an acceptable range,this is where the watch starts going way down hill/its tiny/its only 44mms,its a basic watch,feature wise/it also ONLY has 100mm water resistance,no solar,no Atomic,honestly for these prices, every single watch made by these companies should, MAYBE be made out of Titanium,even if its disguised titanium, meaning they can still keep the look their going for, but just add that durability, it should DEFINITELY have sapphire glass,it should DEFINITELY be 200mm+ water resistant,it should be solar and it should be atomic, no matter which watch it is,the value of these parts are DEFINITELY not worth the price tag anyway, your paying for a name and to be honest, they should make ALL of their watches keep time to 1 second a year or just perfect it,even if Atomic is built in or if it uses a satellite of some kind, after all for these prices, there is no limit/for the price their charging NOTHING should be left out/left off,no excuses,we should DEFINITELY hold these companies to higher standards/I think if you buy a watch at these prices, it should have ALL of these features and you should have access to their time keeping satellites,that could auto wind your watch/send a signal to automatically set and wind your clock at midnight every night. These are better watch,SOME lack SOME features,but they are all at least built well/they are not just junk/they will actually hold up; Bulova Sea King Omega Ploprof Omega Seamaster Ultra Deep Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Titanium Rolex Deepsea dweller Tudor Pelagos 25600tn-bkti Titanium Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon Deepquest ii Shinola The Ice Monster Seiko Tuna Orient Triton MTG-G1000D Steel GST-B100 MTG-B1000XBD Mudman Rangeman Frogman ProTreks GW-5610 GSW-H1000 GPR-B1000 Rangeman

  • @Wootsk

    @Wootsk

    Жыл бұрын

    @@mattmatt2417 I don't really understand as the watch you listed doesn't keep time to 1 second a year, most are off by a few second everyday. Some needs maintenance every few years as well?

  • @das997

    @das997

    Жыл бұрын

    Took it to my watchmaker. Young guy. Did it in 2 minutes.

  • @carlodelavera9735
    @carlodelavera9735 Жыл бұрын

    I never liked CITIZEN but this video made me rethink my life choices

  • @somenerdthx
    @somenerdthx Жыл бұрын

    I adore my chronomaster. Smooth and elegant. 38 mil black quartz found it for 1300

  • @RobWhittlestone
    @RobWhittlestone Жыл бұрын

    Delightful eloquent review, Jody. All the best, Rob in Switzerland

  • @JustOneMoreWatch

    @JustOneMoreWatch

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Rob!! Thanks for watching.