Watchlover777 07/12/22
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Really cool dive watch, though not perfect!

I believe this watch is a remake of a model that Citizen had done in the past. It has the unique "Orca" shaped hour markers which are very cool. As I was unable to obtain the older model, I was extremely happy to be able to get this one, new. I love the design!! It looks fantastic. The caseback design is very cool. The hands are large and the watch is VERY legible, at a glance. It's also very comfortable on the strap, and the strap is long enough to accommodate up to or close to a 9-inch wrist. It has VERY good lume (bright and long-lasting), Citizen did a great job there. And IMO, it's the perfect size for a man's dive watch. The watch is not perfect though, and IMO there are 3 areas that could be improved. (if I'm being picky) One, it would be great to see a sapphire crystal on a watch of this price. Two, the date window is slightly too small. The date cannot be seen easily, unlike on some other divers without a date magnification. Three, IMO the crown should be much larger and tougher feeling (and looking). As it is, it's a somewhat small crown for the size of this watch. Those are not deal breakers though, and I still like the watch very much. Was very happy to get it!! I enjoy wearing this watch and have been wearing it daily since I got it.

Los D. 07/31/25
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Strap Replacement Headache

A month ago, i would have given this blue Orca watch 5 stars. If you're looking to purchase, be aware that the original strap that's on it likely will be the only one that will ever be on it. I've been brand loyal to Citizen for over 35 years. They've always offered amazing quality and style for a reasonable price point. I've loved owning this Orca. I've had it for a little over a year and it's been on my wrist for diving, dinner parties, and going to work daily. However... the polyurethane strap cracked and split right at the point of the buckle. I found out, when I looked for a replacement, that the watch strap is completely unique to this model and no other strap made, aftermarket or Citizen made, will fit it. I contacted Citizen for a replacement and was told there weren't any in stock and they had no idea if or when they would have any. They said they could take my name and put me on the list under a backorder heading but had no idea when or if I would ever receive a replacement strap, and the cost would be $90. It's not covered under warranty as well, as straps are considered wear and tear. So here I am, with a watch without a usable strap, no way to replace it, thus no way to wear the watch. It's hard to believe that a company like Citizen could produce thousands of these watches, sell them with non-standard unique straps, and didn't plan to have inventory of spare straps when their customers needed replacement. I'm really hoping that Citizen's customer service isn't going down the path of so many others. So disappointed.

Brian 04/03/23
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Beautiful and functional

Great watch - bright at night and lightweight. Looks great in the sun and not too flashy but still cool looking.

Eddie 12/24/22
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The Orca Rules!!

I recently purchased an Orca and absolute love it. It wears very comfortably just looks great on the wrist. Robust, well made, and offers Eco Drive technology, its Ilan overall great watch for the price point. It is unlike anything else in my collection which gives it a “cool” factor. This is my first Citizen and I adore it.

Efthymios 08/16/22
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Citizen, a watch brand that you can trust.

What more I can say about Citizen watches. Great watches, accurate, tough, good looking, priced right, and dependable. I owe 10 eco drive watches, some over 20 year old and they still keep ticking as accurate as the first day.

Templar 06/14/22
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The Orca RETURNS!

I own both of the Original Orca citizen released years ago. I was very excited to see they were re-releasing them. I bought the "blue" version and it's stunning. I wish they were titanium like the original but the new ones have a lovely case back where the original were plain so I guess you give and take. The band is perfect. It's not too flimsy nor is it too stiff. The lume is incredible as all Citizen Dive Watches. This is a WONDERFUL addition to my collection.

US_Citizen Response Thank you for your feedback, and for being an Orca fan. Your collection is incredible!