I wanted a sturdy watch, a watch that "takes care of its self = Eco-Drive" and was not heavy. This watch has met and exceeded my want list.
Everything about this watch looks and feels like high quality, to me. All the features, from a minimalist artistic design, to materials, to workmanship, to functions work as a harmoniously balanced whole. The mechanical tolerances are close, yet the interactions of the parts are fluid, smooth, and quiet.. I love the lightness of the titanium case and bracelet, and also the brushed finish (except for the shiny crown). After wearing this wristwatch for several months, I detect no wear to the bracelet, which still latches crisply and stays dependably closed when that is desired. The sapphire crystal has remained in new condition. The run-in period was minor. This watch keeps time very well. Eventually, I gave one of these watches to my sweetheart, who is happy with it.
The Ti IP watch was purchased to replace a ~15 year old stainless bracelet style Citizen, which still works and keeps good time, but that bezel/crystal has been banged up and required a replacement bracelet. Ti IP looks much nicer and is much lighter, now my "dress watch". My only worry on Ti IP is the height of the bezel, almost twice the height of my old watch. Old watch bracelet breakage at age ~14 years was due to catching the bezel on a corner as I passed by, breaking a non-replaceable pin. Pin broke before my wrist, which was good.
Bought about 3 months ago. One of Citizens best. Titanium, saphire crystal, great face and nice band. One of my favorites.