Love this watch. Simple, easy to read, nothing wasted on extras. Size is perfect to stay out of the way as you work while wearing. Day calendar stays accurate without having to constantly adjust each depending on setting. Cons: my only real issue is the band. The size holes are gaped with robust rivets. This creates significant sizing changes which each adjustment and I’m in between sizes. Small concern is that the luminescence on the numbers can fade and become difficult to read at night. Would buy again! Would recommend for a great working watch.
Great Weekend Watch! Looks ruggedly stylish with a military influence. Definitely a must have. I highly recommend this watch. Well worth the price!
My watch size 37mm to 40mm for my wrist size. This watch is much nicer than the photos. I but a black leather band on it. Looks sharp. Works great on the time.
Love the look of this watch, the only thing I changed was the strap. I put on an orange crown and caliber and it has been a great summer watch.
Smaller face than I expected. But the watch is slick and fits every occasion. Keeps time perfectly and I love the look.
This watch is perfect. I’m a smaller framed guy with small wrists. This watch is great it’s not big or too small it checks all the boxes for durability and sustainability. I’m coming from 7 years of Apple Watches and this is my first REAL watch and I honestly say I’ll never go back to touch watches.
Super happy with this watch except the glowy stuff on mine does not work that well, at least compared to some videos I watched.
I was looking for an all-around watch that had a day/date function and would hold up to the elements. I have gone through multiple watches, a Hamilton Khaki, a Victorinox Maverick, a Seiko field watch and a Fossil watch. I finally stumbled upon this Citizen Chandler field watch and what a great piece of workmanship. I use heavy equipment that vibrates my hands and arms and all the other watches I mentioned were a bit on the heavy side. The Citizen Chandler is perfect. Lightweight and comfortable, this watch has stood up to all the vibrations from the equipment, has been through the mud, the rocks, the heat, humidity, and all that the weather can throw at it and it still performs and looks great. I can’t think of a more perfect watch! It is very easy to read and the lume is amazing at night; lasting until daylight. Forget all the smartwatches with all their bells and whistles along with constant charging. No battery needed here, just a light source. You will not be disappointed in this watch.
I was looking for an all-around watch that had a day/date function and would hold up to the elements. I have gone through multiple watches, a Hamilton Khaki, a Victorinox Maverick, a Seiko field watch and a Fossil watch. I finally stumbled upon this Citizen Chandler field watch and what a great piece of workmanship. I use heavy equipment that vibrates my hands and arms and all the other watches I mentioned were a bit on the heavy side. The Citizen Chandler is perfect. Lightweight and comfortable, this watch has stood up to all the vibrations from the equipment, has been through the mud, the rocks, the heat, humidity, and all that the weather can throw at it and it still performs and looks great. I can’t think of a more perfect watch! It is very easy to read and the lume is amazing at night; lasting until daylight. Forget all the smartwatches with all their bells and whistles along with constant charging. No battery needed here, just a light source. You will not be disappointed in this watch.
I was looking for an all-around watch that had a day/date function and would hold up to the elements. I have gone through multiple watches, a Hamilton Khaki, a Victorinox Maverick, a Seiko field watch and a Fossil watch. I finally stumbled upon this Citizen Chandler field watch and what a great piece of workmanship. I use heavy equipment that vibrates my hands and arms and all the other watches I mentioned were a bit on the heavy side. The Citizen Chandler is perfect. Lightweight and comfortable, this watch has stood up to all the vibrations from the equipment, has been through the mud, the rocks, the heat, humidity, and all that the weather can throw at it and it still performs and looks great. I can’t think of a more perfect watch! It is very easy to read and the lume is amazing at night; lasting until daylight. Forget all the smartwatches with all their bells and whistles along with constant charging. No battery needed here, just a light source. You will not be disappointed in this watch.
I was looking for an all-around watch that had a day/date function and would hold up to the elements. I have gone through multiple watches, a Hamilton Khaki, a Victorinox Maverick, a Seiko field watch and a Fossil watch. I finally stumbled upon this Citizen Chandler field watch and what a great piece of workmanship. I use heavy equipment that vibrates my hands and arms and all the other watches I mentioned were a bit on the heavy side. The Citizen Chandler is perfect. Lightweight and comfortable, this watch has stood up to all the vibrations from the equipment, has been through the mud, the rocks, the heat, humidity, and all that the weather can throw at it and it still performs and looks great. I can’t think of a more perfect watch! It is very easy to read and the lume is amazing at night; lasting until daylight. Forget all the smartwatches with all their bells and whistles along with constant charging. No battery needed here, just a light source. You will not be disappointed in this watch.
This is exactly what I was looking for! I am small-average build for a woman and this fits perfect! Not too dainty, yet not the normal oversized man watch face, but comes with a durable military-style band. The watch is sleek enough thy it could also be dressed up with a metal band too! My husband has had a similar Eco-drive military-style watch for nearly a decade now, so I knew, if it looked okay on my wrist (size-wise) it’s be a keeper!
This is exactly what I was looking for! I am small-average build for a woman and this fits perfect! Not too dainty, yet not the normal oversized man watch face, but comes with a durable military-style band. The watch is sleek enough thy it could also be dressed up with a metal band too! My husband has had a similar Eco-drive military-style watch for nearly a decade now, so I knew, if it looked okay on my wrist (size-wise) it’s be a keeper!
This is exactly what I was looking for! I am small-average build for a woman and this fits perfect! Not too dainty, yet not the normal oversized man watch face, but comes with a durable military-style band. The watch is sleek enough thy it could also be dressed up with a metal band too! My husband has had a similar Eco-drive military-style watch for nearly a decade now, so I knew, if it looked okay on my wrist (size-wise) it’s be a keeper!
This is exactly what I was looking for! I am small-average build for a woman and this fits perfect! Not too dainty, yet not the normal oversized man watch face, but comes with a durable military-style band. The watch is sleek enough thy it could also be dressed up with a metal band too! My husband has had a similar Eco-drive military-style watch for nearly a decade now, so I knew, if it looked okay on my wrist (size-wise) it’s be a keeper!
This is exactly what I was looking for! I am small-average build for a woman and this fits perfect! Not too dainty, yet not the normal oversized man watch face, but comes with a durable military-style band. The watch is sleek enough thy it could also be dressed up with a metal band too! My husband has had a similar Eco-drive military-style watch for nearly a decade now, so I knew, if it looked okay on my wrist (size-wise) it’s be a keeper!
This is exactly what I was looking for! I am small-average build for a woman and this fits perfect! Not too dainty, yet not the normal oversized man watch face, but comes with a durable military-style band. The watch is sleek enough thy it could also be dressed up with a metal band too! My husband has had a similar Eco-drive military-style watch for nearly a decade now, so I knew, if it looked okay on my wrist (size-wise) it’s be a keeper!
Perfect size, beautiful yet simple finish. Over night lume, very legible all around. Reliable, accurate, and solar. Can't beat that, plus great customer service by the Citizen team. Well done, thank you team.
I first bought this watch in 2008 and have worn it every day for the last twelve years without it ever missing a beat and it still looks great and works perfectly. I've never been a fan of the band but this watch goes from formal to casual with a band change. If I had one thing to change, it would be to have the hands a bit longer. This is the third one I've bought, this time for a good friend. Just a great everyday watch and the perfect size so you don't have to wear a manhole cover on your wrist like most men's watches these days.
I love this watch I will confess that I sleep with every night
What a great watch, purchased to have an everyday watch. Its built beautifully, the case and strap are sturdy and comfortable. This makes 3 eco drive watches i own now, and it's definitely my new favorite.
This watch has seen many changes in my life. I purchased it on my first overseas deployment with the military... 20 years and a family later, I still love this watch. The original band is long gone (I literally wore it out), but the watch never fails to keep time and the date. If you're wanting something simple and timeless, you've found it.... and yes, it still glows! I do miss the drab green band.
Female. 30 yo. This watch fits me perfectly, even though it's marketed for men. The design is so much more usable than any ladies watch, and the face is even smaller than some of the women's style eco-drives that Citizen makes. It's got a beautiful military style, and if you change up the band, it could look pretty sleek! As some other reviewers noted, the "eyelet" design around the band that's used to close/latch the clasp of the watch can be hit or miss. It fit my wrist perfectly, by chance. I can close it to the third hole from the actual time piece, about 6.5 inches. I would recommend searching online for an alternate band style, at 18mm, which is easy enough, I would think.
Female. 30 yo. This watch fits me perfectly, even though it's marketed for men. The design is so much more usable than any ladies watch, and the face is even smaller than some of the women's style eco-drives that Citizen makes. It's got a beautiful military style, and if you change up the band, it could look pretty sleek! As some other reviewers noted, the "eyelet" design around the band that's used to close/latch the clasp of the watch can be hit or miss. It fit my wrist perfectly, by chance. I can close it to the third hole from the actual time piece, about 6.5 inches. I would recommend searching online for an alternate band style, at 18mm, which is easy enough, I would think.
This is an excellent all-around wristwatch: solar powered, accurate, and good-looking it can serve as a "field" watch, or with an upgraded strap it definitely dresses up well. It's better looking in person than in a photo, with good proportions. The mix of brushed and polished surfaces works well, the red sweep-second hand stands out, the lume is useful, and the water resistance fills out the features list. All in all, this is a classic: it could be your only watch.
High accuracy in keeping time and hands and markers after exposure to light last all night glowing
This beauty did not disappoint! Simple, functional, classic appearance, what more could you want from an everyday watch? Very satisfied with the Eco-Drive as well. Not a huge fan of my other mechanical watch batteries dying in storage.
I have worn this watch For several years now. I was looking for a good everyday field watch style, I was tired of always changing batteries, and this was perfect. The strap was a little too small for my wrists so put it on a nato strap which looks great.
I bought this because it has a classic look. I had been searching for an affordable time keeper, that could become a collectors item. It can compete with a Rolex and two Rolex wears reccomend it to me. I took a look, and I wasn't disappointed at all. I am taking to get it serviced water tested, crystal polished and a band change.
I've been wearing this for at least 5 years now. It's comfy, slim but thick enough to feel good, easy to read, perfect blend of stand-out and blend-in. I've received so many compliments on this watch, "I don't even wear watches and I like that". It just keeps getting better with age, even after the dives I've taken it on. Timeless piece and never needs batteries!
I changed the band with a 550 chord military style one
Comfortable, great looking, no hassle watch. It's comfortable to wear and is a beautiful timepiece. The Eco-Drive makes this watch a great value.
My wife surprised me with this watch for Christmas, and to be honest, I was really hoping she would get me an apple watch. After wearing this beauty for the past month, I haven't even thought about wanting an apple watch. Weird, I know, but it's the truth. This has style and simplicity that is unmatched. I did end up swapping out the band for a silicone band so I could wear it in the water and not have a soggy band. The stock band is nice, and will probably switch it back and forth depending on the occasion.
I bought my watch a few months ago. I wanted a simple face with Eco drive. The watch has been very accurate. I wear it every day and it shows no signs of wear.
I bought my watch a few months ago. I wanted a simple face with Eco drive. The watch has been very accurate. I wear it every day and it shows no signs of wear.
I got it as a graduation present from my uncle, and I was thinking "oh, cool, I previously got a watch from him, no big deal". Man, was I wrong. This watch has been with me for 14 years. It loses about 3 seconds of precision over half a year (would've tried to measure it over a longer period, were it not for daylight savings), shows day of the week and day of month, water resistant to 100 meters (a function which I don't care about to much since I can't swim, nonetheless it's nice not having to worry about it ever), and most importantly, it never needs a battery change. When I discovered all this in 2006, after reading through the manual, I was like "Is this still 2006? Did I time travel or something?". It had a 5-year warranty, of which I was sceptical back then, then again, I never even heard of solar powered watches and I do live in quite the backward country. But 14 years and still working splendidly. It's been with me on hikes, camping, from rock climbing to trying to learn to swim, and I basically never take it off, except for showers, and sometimes not even for that, to get it washed (I don't like the band being soggy, but not so much of annoyance to me). It's more precious to me than any of my girlfriends were. And it's hilarious to see people's faces when I look at my analogue watch to see the date, then tell them it's solar powered. Btw, I'm only writing this review as a tribute, since I'm thinking of changing over to a smartwatch, and wanted to share how great it is even without being able to measure your pulse or notify you of a message. If it did that, I'd probably get burried with it (and it's still a possibility).
Nice and practical watch.... Clean classical military look; may be worn as an everyday watch.
Band is a bit stiff and retention loops arw hard to adjust.
A great selection:classic, contemporary, and great looking - it was a hit!
Love this watch it’s simple and love the rugged band. I use this for work and I’m a firefighter and it works perfectly
Great quality, great craftsmanship, great watch for the price!
I'm an older guy who's been wearing wrist watches for many years. This has become my favorite. I've had expensive chronometers, swiss army watches, and cheapo timexs: This one does the things I need without all the frufru distracting extras. An illuminated dial is important to me as I often wake up at night--in the dark these I can always tell the time with this. I also find a second hand helpful in many ways on many days. If you like leather or canvas straps and wear them daily and don't remove them every time you wash your hands, you know that they need to be replaced on a regular basis, so no complaints about the strap. I'm on my second of this watch and I recommend. Finally, I live in two somewhat remote areas. Not having to worry about not having a watch if the battery runs down or having to change the battery is important to me. I can't imagine buying anything but a Citizen eco-drive watch.
I really like this watch. The band is a bit small, I have larger wrists. Keeps perfect time very easy to read the time. I would buy this again.
I like this watch for what it is - a simple, everyday tool. But I would love to see this "rugged," "military-inspired" field watch moved to the Promaster series and beefed up with a tougher finish and sapphire crystal. I like the Promaster Tough specs, but it's 42mm and it's lack of Arabic numerals loses the traditional field watch aesthetic. After only wearing this watch a handful of times, the polished finish and mineral crystal are already showing signs of wear. I'd also like to see Citizen address the tiny day-date windows in their watches - they're too small! And I agree with other posters about the sub-par strap.
Been wearing this watch on and off for about a year. I love the simple, easy to read face, but it has the worst band I've ever dealt with. Stinks if you sweat while wearing at and the holes are far apart so you have a very limited range of adjustability. Swapping it out with a NATO strap or any other strap really is a must.