Titanium novelty from the Japanese Citizen
Friends, hello everyone, Stanislav is with you, you are on the Feeltime channel and today we will consider a new product from the Japanese brand Citizen.
Citizen Titanium AT2480-81X Watch
The model has the following reference and is available in 3 dial colors: blue, green and black. I held each color in my hands, I really liked each one, but I decided to take off for you those watches that are already running out and will soon be out of stock. In any case, I shot each color on my hand and will intersperse these frames throughout the video.
Frame
Our model is made of titanium. For some this will definitely be a plus, for someone a minus. Titanium is 30% lighter than stainless steel, which makes a noticeable difference with a 43mm case. The watch is quite light. Only 102 grams.
Titan is definitely not mine. Just due to the fact that it is very light + I do not like that titanium collects fingerprints very strongly. It has a special, matte texture that captures all these things at once. Therefore, you will have to wipe it more often.
If you do not hold the watch in your hands, it is not immediately clear that it is titanium. Looks more like stainless steel on display. I definitely liked this effect, since I do not like heavily matted watches. Here the texture is still close to stainless steel.
The quality of the finish is very good. I would even say that the Japanese do not expect such quality for their price. So it's very nice.
Watch sizes
Watch sizes. Diameter - 43 mm, ear to ear - 50 mm, thickness - 11 mm, bracelet width - 21 mm. Weight, as already mentioned - 102 grams.
Watch on my hand
On my wrist, 18 cm in circumference, the watch sits perfectly.
The quality of the bracelet and clasp
The watch has an excellent bracelet. The links are completely cast, which is a pleasant surprise, since usually the Japanese in this price segment make stamping. Apparently, companies are gradually realizing that times are changing and such savings are no longer held in high esteem.
The clasp is simple but good quality. A very comfortable flapper.
As always, I forgot to show the back cover, but there's not much to see here.
Mechanism and characteristics
This model works on the mechanism of own production H500. This is quartz with Eco Drive technology, that is, the battery is a battery and accumulates energy from any light source.
This type of battery can last about 10 years. Power reserve when fully charged can be up to 150 days if the watch is in complete darkness.
I like that this model is not complicated by a bunch of functions that you can’t figure out without instructions and careful study. I am for simplicity, but here is just a standard chronograph, date and 12/24 hour function, which shows in which half of the day the time is running.
dials
The dial, though a bit heavy, is still legible. Excellent contrast of arrows and marks. The labels are just great.
The central, small dials also differ in color from the main dial, which does not create confusion.
Overall, a very nice green color. Soft and unobtrusive. The lighting is top notch as well.
All this beauty is covered by a sapphire glass, though without anti-glare and the water resistance of the watch is 100 meters, which is the norm for a sports chronograph. You can wash your hands and not be afraid of the rain. And even a little swim, just not deep, and not abruptly.
Results
The price of each model today is 14840 UAH, and when you pick up the watch, you expect it to be more expensive. Still, the Japanese, titanium, with a cast bracelet, solar battery and sapphire crystal.
Personally, I usually expect strong savings from the Japanese for this price, but Citizen are great, apparently, they are slowly learning the lessons of the market and producing a very competitive product. I personally recommend this model.
This is where I will end. Do not forget to read articles about new products on our Feeltime blog, and Stanislav was with you as always. See you again. Bye!
