I decided to try the Tough again, thanks it part to this video. I'm getting such a cool tough tool vibe from this, I just can't resist giving it another try. Thanks again for the video.
This watch is a BEAST. I love mine. I have standard black dial....readability is insane...lume despite what others say....last through the night...and my 63 years old eyes have no problem seeing at night. in the early hours. Automatic snobs are missing out on a truly great watch.
Great review as always. I bought one several months back. I think I paid about $275 brand new. I liked it a lot. It was high quality with decent wrist presence, but I sold it because while I liked it and respected it, I didn't fall in love with it.
@@BruceWilliams get it to me for free.. send it my way .. yes you can you have so many watches and one trown away isn't a big deal.. love your videos and your sweet voice and your thoughts and feelings about watches.. oh oh oh yeah send me this watch my way for ffffrrrrrreeeeeeeeee
I really like this watch but can’t put my finger on why. I like the look of the bracelet and maybe it’s the utilitarian look that attracts me. The diameter is great but the 50.5 lug to lug length is a bit big. I wish it were 48mm or less. Thankfully the lungs do curve down making it fairly wearable still. The duratech and sapphire crystal are awesome.
So cool seeing McMahon and Random Rob in the comments. Great review. I own and reviewed the black version on my channel however I really think I need to scratch an itch I've had for a while and buy this stainless steel bracelet version. Thanks Bruce!
I live mine. No idea why everyone says the bracelet is uncomfortable because mine is absolutely 100% more comfortable than some watches I have for twice the price. That said I do wear it on a RAF strap at work for the safety incase a spring pin gives out. I use the bracelet for everything else. I also like how the bracelet and case resist fingerprint smudges. Also the bracelet is loose so it has better dexterity and moves with the wrist. If it were stiff it would really be uncomfortable. Any sports/tool watch with a bracelet will be like that.
Promaster tough all the way... no paint, etc to scratch off on the outside bezel and overall a sturdy basic watch that looks perfectly fine in business (or business casual settings)... don't consider this a beater watch as the posting person said... I'd say the TPU band version with Cordura (green/black-gray) are more beater oriented in that sense... but swapping the band(s) out addresses that. One of the best watches on the market if you want something basic, professional-looking, quality, and durable that'll last you many, many, and many years to come. I ended up getting this at $310. Not the lowest price but not bad with a retail of nearly $500... I'm a G-shock guy with military background but have this on hand for formal settings. I'm no watch pro as most people aren't... so I think your average person would be more than happy getting something like this... those lusting after the next best thing (never satisfied) that others will never notice... I guess look elsewhere from my impressions on reviews?
I've always wondered why the seconds hand doesn't register exactly on some quartz watches. Very bothersome. Is it the hand or the markers? That monocoque body says don't mess with my innards and shouts confidence about the quality. Not a trophy wife but a lifetime partner.
Maybe some default from the dial printer,or perhaps the movement inside is the problem.. i bought a cheap 20$ casio,and the hands hit every marker percisely.. i guess i was lucky..😅
Nice video, as always. It is going to be interesting to see if the rumours about Seiko trying to move up a tier on the pricing scale are true. If so, it should open a huge gap for Citizen to fill.
I’ve been wearing the green one for a week now and I love it. I had to put a NATO on it though as the included strap was too uncomfortable for me. But the green looks amazing. It’s a set and forget watch. I synced it to my Citizen Radio Controlled Pilot and it’s been dead on all week.
I ignored this initially but after picking up a Blue Angles nighthawk direct from citizen during a black Friday sale this is on my radar. Citizen puts real comfortable bracelets on their Promasters.
Great review, man, thanks! I’ve had my eye on this watch for a long time, and you just pushed me ever so closer to pulling the trigger on it! Cheers ✌️
Plain is good. Sometimes you just want to know within 2-3 seconds that your watch has the right time (the battery is a goer) and all you can see is the time. That is a really nice watch; maybe a little on the high side with the price. Might have a look around for one though.
I just bought this watch I paid $250.00 US, I love it I don't know why. My everyday watch used to be an Omega Seamaster and Ive always thought it was a bit much for an everyday watch. For some reason this feels much more like an everyday watch. I think this review is on point nothing is missed. Oh by the way this does not compare to a seamaster but it is still awesome.
How long do you wear these watches? It seems like you can barely wear one per day, with the rate you review watches. Would love to see more thorough reviews...
i leave mine on my wrist until the Police forcibly remove it (and put me in a holding cell) after i'm arrested for assaulting trolls. (of this Channel)
I bought this watch as an EDC and alternate to my seiko sbdc063 and i like everything about the simplicity of the watch except 1 aspect. i got it so i don't knock my automatic around on the boat, but the loom doesn't last, even though when it comes out of the sun its very bright. compared to a seiko dive its nothing. i wake up a lot in the night and anytime of night, i can read my seiko easily even if it was just under normal house lights for hours previous.. the citizen is hard to read after an hour or 2.. other than that it ticks all the boxes. i wish seiko would do a basic solar SBDN065 style with bracelet and sapphire. around beaches a lot.. hardlex does scratch up a bit
Great review - thanks! I like this visually simple no-nonsense style. My old small Eco Ti are up and running without any problems for 10+ years. Citizen knows well how to make it. Stupid question: is it possible to find same best quality tough solar watches - but smaller ... say 45...46mm max lug-to-lug ... and not a diver?
I like these mono case backs by Citizen. Does anyone know when this model was released & is it available in titanium?? Thanks again for ur great reviews 👍🏻
Je possède le modèle équivalent en titane l'édition limitée" Royal Marines Commando " montée sur un bracelet caoutchouc Hirsch, et c'est une montre véritablement incroyable, légère, précise, et indestructible.
I have two versions of the Inox; blue and sand grey. I also have a very thin wrist. As a result, the Inox pieces are for me hard work to wear. This Pro Tough that I have in the bracelet version as in the review is much more comfortable, and can be worn without attracting much attention due to the lack of polished surfaces. The lume is more prominent as compared to the Inox.
Good review. I have an older Calibre 2100 and because I left it in the dark to long, it wouldn't hold a charge after that. I ended up getting the capacitor changed and all is well. So I wonder if this watch can be serviced at all?
That's not true. The battery needs replacing every 5-10 years mine was on special and 5 months later battery died. Was covered by warranty but I lost my guarantee water seal (which such)
@@ANiCKiN just purchased a citizen promaster... Japanese domestic market. It will put up with a lot, but I actually got it for the looks. It's no competition, it's definitely a prettier watch, but throwing both this promaster and a g shock out a five story window onto concrete and then driving over it with a car...? ..the promaster is going to come out second best I'm afraid. That glass front will be smashed, there's going to be big dent marks and scuffs in its titanium, rendering it not very water resistant before having to be worked on ...the price of which may be easier to buy a new one. The g shock on the other hand, you'll still be able to put it on and continue with your day. Because plastic gives and flexes. It will definitely acquire some scuffs but be fit for use still for many years. My citizen is still in the post, and I have not got it yet, but I know, I know I've made the right decision as a second watch! I know I'm going to love it and I will never want anything to scratch it or make it look unsightly, and I'd hate anything to happen to it cos it would ruin it's look....and was not exactly cheap- 370 pounds sterling isn't just nothing, now compared to my 80 pounds sterling plastic Casio...the citizen is just, precious. If the Casio lasts 10 years, that's 8 pounds a year but they are known to many to go on for 15 to 18 years, banged up and scratched...some even longer. See where I'm going with this? Value for money. People freeze these g shocks, hit baseball's with them, boil them for five minutes in water on a stove, drive over them. With just mine I've been seeing just what is going to kill my g shock whilst it's on my wrist and I don't think there is much that will that I will survive. But it won't win any beauty contests. But then again, that's not why you get one. You have a citizen for that
Don’t know about Citizen, but I have owned several Casio Tough Solar watches, which were +10 years old and keeping a perfect charge, while being deadly accurate. (Multiband 6) You can keep your ancient technology!
Love this model. I work in the nondestructive testing industry. Deal with magnetized equipment all day. Might be an option.
I decided to try the Tough again, thanks it part to this video. I'm getting such a cool tough tool vibe from this, I just can't resist giving it another try. Thanks again for the video.
This watch is a BEAST. I love mine. I have standard black dial....readability is insane...lume despite what others say....last through the night...and my 63 years old eyes have no problem seeing at night. in the early hours. Automatic snobs are missing out on a truly great watch.
Wearing it today. Hope to give it some wrist time at work. I agree this makes a great blue collar worker watch.
No review?
I have the black version and it has become one of my go to watches. I love how thin it wears on the wrist.
Awesome to hear of an owner experience. Duratect holding up well?
Oh yeah, it still looks new.
Great review as always. I bought one several months back. I think I paid about $275 brand new. I liked it a lot. It was high quality with decent wrist presence, but I sold it because while I liked it and respected it, I didn't fall in love with it.
I can see that, thanks Jeff
What would you recommend to someone who needs a tough automatic/solar watch with a similar look to this one or a dive?
@@BruceWilliams get it to me for free.. send it my way .. yes you can you have so many watches and one trown away isn't a big deal.. love your videos and your sweet voice and your thoughts and feelings about watches.. oh oh oh yeah send me this watch my way for ffffrrrrrreeeeeeeeee
I really like this watch but can’t put my finger on why. I like the look of the bracelet and maybe it’s the utilitarian look that attracts me. The diameter is great but the 50.5 lug to lug length is a bit big. I wish it were 48mm or less. Thankfully the lungs do curve down making it fairly wearable still. The duratech and sapphire crystal are awesome.
Agreed. Wish they made a smaller version. 38mm would be verrry interesting.
This minimalist design is absolutely on point for me. I did not know about this model. Thanks for highlighting this watch!!!
So cool seeing McMahon and Random Rob in the comments. Great review. I own and reviewed the black version on my channel however I really think I need to scratch an itch I've had for a while and buy this stainless steel bracelet version. Thanks Bruce!
I live mine. No idea why everyone says the bracelet is uncomfortable because mine is absolutely 100% more comfortable than some watches I have for twice the price. That said I do wear it on a RAF strap at work for the safety incase a spring pin gives out. I use the bracelet for everything else. I also like how the bracelet and case resist fingerprint smudges. Also the bracelet is loose so it has better dexterity and moves with the wrist. If it were stiff it would really be uncomfortable. Any sports/tool watch with a bracelet will be like that.
Promaster tough all the way... no paint, etc to scratch off on the outside bezel and overall a sturdy basic watch that looks perfectly fine in business (or business casual settings)... don't consider this a beater watch as the posting person said... I'd say the TPU band version with Cordura (green/black-gray) are more beater oriented in that sense... but swapping the band(s) out addresses that. One of the best watches on the market if you want something basic, professional-looking, quality, and durable that'll last you many, many, and many years to come. I ended up getting this at $310. Not the lowest price but not bad with a retail of nearly $500... I'm a G-shock guy with military background but have this on hand for formal settings. I'm no watch pro as most people aren't... so I think your average person would be more than happy getting something like this... those lusting after the next best thing (never satisfied) that others will never notice... I guess look elsewhere from my impressions on reviews?
I have the Citizen BN0151-09L aka Prime. It's a stunning watch for the price! Citizen are so underrated in USA.
I've always wondered why the seconds hand doesn't register exactly on some quartz watches. Very bothersome. Is it the hand or the markers? That monocoque body says don't mess with my innards and shouts confidence about the quality. Not a trophy wife but a lifetime partner.
Maybe some default from the dial printer,or perhaps the movement inside is the problem.. i bought a cheap 20$ casio,and the hands hit every marker percisely.. i guess i was lucky..😅
the only way they will hit the markers perfectly is if they are machine assembled. thats why casios and swatches hit they exactly.
@@j.c2900 i guess so.. its such a pleasure to see the hand hit the marker every second..🤣 even swiss quartz sometime missed the marker..
I usually open a quartz up and adjust the seconds hand to line up. Not even joking.
@@j.c2900 Maybe that explains why my Swiss watch does not hit the marks and my Seiko does
Switched my INOX out for this and it's great.
How does it compare to the INOX in your opinion?
@@mariuszsch.79 I got the INOX and the Promaster tough and I think the Lume of the Promaster is way better and the weight.Citizen all Day
I love the frequency of the videos lately. Keep up the great work Bruce!
I've got two more dropping soon :)
Nice video, as always. It is going to be interesting to see if the rumours about Seiko trying to move up a tier on the pricing scale are true. If so, it should open a huge gap for Citizen to fill.
I agree
Turns out it was true unfortunately
I’ve been wearing the green one for a week now and I love it. I had to put a NATO on it though as the included strap was too uncomfortable for me. But the green looks amazing. It’s a set and forget watch. I synced it to my Citizen Radio Controlled Pilot and it’s been dead on all week.
Love Citizen but my main gripe with their dials is the tiny date windows which are invariably, very difficult to read. Great review.
I ignored this initially but after picking up a Blue Angles nighthawk direct from citizen during a black Friday sale this is on my radar. Citizen puts real comfortable bracelets on their Promasters.
Bulletproof boredom - that said, I always enjoy your reviews and different watch types👍
That is a nice way to describe this watch. I agree with you
Great review, man, thanks!
I’ve had my eye on this watch for a long time, and you just pushed me ever so closer to pulling the trigger on it!
Cheers ✌️
Thats what I do haha
Job well done! Hahaha
Plain is good. Sometimes you just want to know within 2-3 seconds that your watch has the right time (the battery is a goer) and all you can see is the time. That is a really nice watch; maybe a little on the high side with the price. Might have a look around for one though.
I just bought a green model from joma for $212 shipped.
I like the coloring the duratek coating gives the watch and bracelet. Big lug to lug and wide lug width for the diameter.
Just purchased mine...its a Christmas gift from the Wife, she just doesn't know yet!
Get her to get me one too.
Nice looking watch. The bracelet looks great.
I liked this Bruce better, the one who reviewed affordable Japanese watches with enthusiasm.
Agree , really a top watch, I am wearing this new watch for two weeks.. which I bought for $270.
I just bought this watch I paid $250.00 US, I love it I don't know why. My everyday watch used to be an Omega Seamaster and Ive always thought it was a bit much for an everyday watch. For some reason this feels much more like an everyday watch. I think this review is on point nothing is missed. Oh by the way this does not compare to a seamaster but it is still awesome.
How long do you wear these watches? It seems like you can barely wear one per day, with the rate you review watches. Would love to see more thorough reviews...
Usually a week or two with borrowed watches. With my own watches a lot longer
i leave mine on my wrist until the Police forcibly remove it (and put me in a holding cell) after i'm arrested for assaulting trolls. (of this Channel)
Gorgeous piece, Bruce!!
I bought this watch as an EDC and alternate to my seiko sbdc063 and i like everything about the simplicity of the watch except 1 aspect. i got it so i don't knock my automatic around on the boat, but the loom doesn't last, even though when it comes out of the sun its very bright. compared to a seiko dive its nothing. i wake up a lot in the night and anytime of night, i can read my seiko easily even if it was just under normal house lights for hours previous.. the citizen is hard to read after an hour or 2.. other than that it ticks all the boxes. i wish seiko would do a basic solar SBDN065 style with bracelet and sapphire. around beaches a lot.. hardlex does scratch up a bit
Citizen is so underrated!
It really is not...
Good reveiw, Nice complete solid package for the money , coke machine build, that works when working outside. Thanx. P.S.Tx.
Really like that one, never seen that one before. Looks like my kids inheritance is getting hit again lol
Buy an extra for your kid haha
Since the Inox uses a very cheap low quality Ronda quartz movement, I think this Citizen it's a better value!.
Yes for sure, but inox is more robust than this one.it actually passed many unbelivable tests. But for moment, citizen always win
Technically, a very good watch. It's just dull to my eye and I love citizens
Great review - thanks! I like this visually simple no-nonsense style. My old small Eco Ti are up and running without any problems for 10+ years. Citizen knows well how to make it.
Stupid question: is it possible to find same best quality tough solar watches - but smaller ... say 45...46mm max lug-to-lug ... and not a diver?
I like these mono case backs by Citizen. Does anyone know when this model was released & is it available in titanium?? Thanks again for ur great reviews 👍🏻
Je possède le modèle équivalent en titane l'édition limitée" Royal Marines Commando " montée sur un bracelet caoutchouc Hirsch, et c'est une montre véritablement incroyable, légère, précise, et indestructible.
Use a hardness test kit. Their claims about their coating are what we can call a “lie”
The full loom is already a future classic. Love it!. The eco drive is probably all the watch I really need but don't tell that to my Omega.😎
I have two versions of the Inox; blue and sand grey. I also have a very thin wrist. As a result, the Inox pieces are for me hard work to wear. This Pro Tough that I have in the bracelet version as in the review is much more comfortable, and can be worn without attracting much attention due to the lack of polished surfaces. The lume is more prominent as compared to the Inox.
Great to hear an owners perspective on both, thank you for sharing with us all
What’s the model number on the first (full lume) watch?
Just bought it $239 from Jomashop with $10 coupon. Happy!
I just picked one up today because Macy's is having a clearance sale on them for $179. For that price, it's a no brainer.
@@timothy9596 Very good price. Cheers!
if and only if it had a bezel it will be a more excellent expedition timepiece. sports and dress versatility. see seiko landmaster kinetics
Great review. I just gotta say it’s killing me: indicies is plural of index. So if you’re referring to just one, it’s an index not an indicie.
And you're spelling the word incorrectly. It's indices.
Thanks mom
Insane value, it's 270$ new on ebay
I love it.
all citizen eco-drive watches have short hands, its means movement torque weak??
Cool watch!
Klind of reminds me of the VSA I.N.O.X
Would buy at 36-38mm
I sighed the loudest I ever had when I saw the specs. 38mm would've been perfect
oh yes, 38/40 and i. it it in a second as i am a sucker for these monocoque designs.
Nice review! Nice watch! Not sure about the price though..
It's a little high for an eco drive, I agree
What size is your wrist?
Good stuff.
Would you compare this to a Tag Formula 1?
Nice everyday watch,How’s the 50.5 lug to lug little big?
I don't think so but I can pull off long watches
nice watch and review, however, i have zero interest in quartz or quartz-like watches :)
Mono-coke
Apposite use of the word austere.
Nice case and bracelet, but the dial is lame
Good review. I have an older Calibre 2100 and because I left it in the dark to long, it wouldn't hold a charge after that. I ended up getting the capacitor changed and all is well. So I wonder if this watch can be serviced at all?
It is awesome... I just would like it to be automatic...
Keren
It’s just too big 38mm is the sweet spot
The band is made in China is the body also a peoples republic of China item or is it at least made in Japan???
That's not true. The battery needs replacing every 5-10 years mine was on special and 5 months later battery died. Was covered by warranty but I lost my guarantee water seal (which such)
I don’t understand why you all like it ? No perpetual calendar, the date window is so small.
Can't beat the Casio G Shock for durability though😉
Not much can
You believe that plastic and mineral is better than massive stainless steel annd sapphire?
No chance..
@@ANiCKiN just purchased a citizen promaster... Japanese domestic market. It will put up with a lot, but I actually got it for the looks. It's no competition, it's definitely a prettier watch, but throwing both this promaster and a g shock out a five story window onto concrete and then driving over it with a car...? ..the promaster is going to come out second best I'm afraid. That glass front will be smashed, there's going to be big dent marks and scuffs in its titanium, rendering it not very water resistant before having to be worked on ...the price of which may be easier to buy a new one. The g shock on the other hand, you'll still be able to put it on and continue with your day. Because plastic gives and flexes. It will definitely acquire some scuffs but be fit for use still for many years. My citizen is still in the post, and I have not got it yet, but I know, I know I've made the right decision as a second watch! I know I'm going to love it and I will never want anything to scratch it or make it look unsightly, and I'd hate anything to happen to it cos it would ruin it's look....and was not exactly cheap- 370 pounds sterling isn't just nothing, now compared to my 80 pounds sterling plastic Casio...the citizen is just, precious. If the Casio lasts 10 years, that's 8 pounds a year but they are known to many to go on for 15 to 18 years, banged up and scratched...some even longer. See where I'm going with this? Value for money. People freeze these g shocks, hit baseball's with them, boil them for five minutes in water on a stove, drive over them. With just mine I've been seeing just what is going to kill my g shock whilst it's on my wrist and I don't think there is much that will that I will survive. But it won't win any beauty contests. But then again, that's not why you get one. You have a citizen for that
Rather bland model. Anyway ...Eco Drives don't last. Give them at most 7 or 8 years and they will go wonky. Best to stick to automatics.
Citizen Chronomaster comes with a 10-year warranty...
Ahh the automatic prick
Don’t know about Citizen, but I have owned several Casio Tough Solar watches, which were +10 years old and keeping a perfect charge, while being deadly accurate. (Multiband 6)
You can keep your ancient technology!