Seems the quality is good, great looks, easy to read... except the date. I don't understand why they make the date sooooo small; it's not really usable 99% of the time (unless under direct light with eyeball stuck to glass). Hands are luminous but not the hours, so you have to estimate the time. I wish they had a backlit option though, because I don't look at my watch almost immediately when I go into a dark room or at night outside. By the time I need to see the ..time, there's no luminescence as it lasts only a few minutes. The timer goes up to 1 hr, not enough for a regular activity (class) that goes up to 1.5 hrs. It would help if the bezel rotated, but it doesn't. The band is leather but it may be too short for some men. I have an average wrist size and as you can see in the picture, it's tight. It makes it slightly harder to put this on because the length is shorter than most original bands that came with other watches I owned. It's a nice watch and I'm keeping it. I like Citizen watches. Even on sale, this is not an inexpensive watch. Obviously value means different things to different people. A few years ago, I can't see myself spending this much for a wrist watch even if it had atomic time keeping, sapphire crystal & backlit (this doesn't any of those features). Registering it gives you and additional year of warranty for a total of 6. I inspected it closely, it's brand new and probably made in Japan. I'm assuming so, because on the back it says "Japan Mov't" I'll update if I encounter any problems in the future. My other Citizen watches have been reliable.
Seems the quality is good, great looks, easy to read... except the date. I don't understand why they make the date sooooo small; it's not really usable 99% of the time (unless under direct light with eyeball stuck to glass). Hands are luminous but not the hours, so you have to estimate the time. I wish they had a backlit option though, because I don't look at my watch almost immediately when I go into a dark room or at night outside. By the time I need to see the ..time, there's no luminescence as it lasts only a few minutes. The timer goes up to 1 hr, not enough for a regular activity (class) that goes up to 1.5 hrs. It would help if the bezel rotated, but it doesn't. The band is leather but it may be too short for some men. I have an average wrist size and as you can see in the picture, it's tight. It makes it slightly harder to put this on because the length is shorter than most original bands that came with other watches I owned. It's a nice watch and I'm keeping it. I like Citizen watches. Even on sale, this is not an inexpensive watch. Obviously value means different things to different people. A few years ago, I can't see myself spending this much for a wrist watch even if it had atomic time keeping, sapphire crystal & backlit (this doesn't any of those features). Registering it gives you and additional year of warranty for a total of 6. I inspected it closely, it's brand new and probably made in Japan. I'm assuming so, because on the back it says "Japan Mov't" I'll update if I encounter any problems in the future. My other Citizen watches have been reliable.
I have been thinking about buying the watch for a while, it has an elegant and at the same time casual style...I love it but I don't give it 5 stars because it is very difficult to see the date even with glasses...ah, I bought it...😄
I bought this about a year and a half ago, love the leather band, the watch looks complicated but is so simple to use, heavy which is what I like, couldn't have made a better choice.
I’ve worn this watch daily for about 6 months now because I really like the look of the face. The only downside is the band. The coating on the leather is wearing through like crazy. It seems super cheap relative to the price of the watch itself.
I’ve worn this watch daily for about 6 months now because I really like the look of the face. The only downside is the band. The coating on the leather is wearing through like crazy. It seems super cheap relative to the price of the watch itself.
The Brycen is a great entry level watch to get for someone. The details on tachymeter are really nice to look at. overall I really like the design.
Got it on sale for $240 + GST. Very happy with it even though my wrist is 6.25". I have a fairly flat wrist though. I absolutely love the white cream coloured dial, with black hour and minute markers. The orange chronograph hand and dial ring add a nice pop too. I also like the shiny leather rally strap although it's long for my wrist size.
Got it on sale for $240 + GST. Very happy with it even though my wrist is 6.25". I have a fairly flat wrist though. I absolutely love the white cream coloured dial, with black hour and minute markers. The orange chronograph hand and dial ring add a nice pop too. I also like the shiny leather rally strap although it's long for my wrist size.
This watch is the 4th Eco I've bought and probably my favorite! It's a great size and the ivory color stands out as the perfect highlight to anything one wears. Plus no batteries or winding, can't go wrong! It's just a great timepiece!
I bought this watch this month and I am happy about the look, design and accuracy but the date is so small and for someone with the glass hard to see
I love this handsome every day watch. It is very sporty, accurate, and the eco drive tech is A++!!
I love this handsome every day watch. It is very sporty, accurate, and the eco drive tech is A++!!
I love this handsome every day watch. It is very sporty, accurate, and the eco drive tech is A++!!
I bought myself the black face version as a treat two weeks,easy to view the time and tachograph/stopwatch.i now have 6 citizen watches,great brand,all my others have a bracelet but its nice to have a strap for variety or if you dont want the watch moving about on your wrist,its a thick quality leather too.highly recommend this watch.
First watch I received as a gift was a Citizen Brycen, and ever since this has been my favorite series of watch. Blending more antiquated styles with the latest in timekeeping technology, this is faithful to retro chronographs of the 60s and 70s. Unlike some brands that will use an immitation tachymeter that does not sync up with the second-hand, this piece features a pressurized start/stop count needle to professionally track actual timed-out readings!! True chronographs quickly drain batteries as they draw more power when timing out lap counts. So, the value of this being one of the world's few solar-powered graduated chronographs cannot be understated. What stylistically makes this a real winner, is the off-white face with numerical numbering in place of roman numerals. Designed after automotive speedometers, this makes a statement to racing fans everywhere. Citizen has truly outdone themselves with this design.
Its a bit simple compared to some of the other watches for the price but if simple is whar you want then this is perfect
My wife surprised me with this beautiful timepiece for my Birthday. I love the classy and sporty look of this watch and leather band! It is also very comfortable!
My wife surprised me with this beautiful timepiece for my Birthday. I love the classy and sporty look of this watch and leather band! It is also very comfortable!
I’ve had this watch for a while now and it’s just a great watch. I can say that I own 3 Echo drive watches and love all 3. The quality is top notch and the look is just brilliant.
I´m a brnad´s fan, I have 8 Citizen watches and this one is fantastic. I really like its retro sport look.
I´m a brnad´s fan, I have 8 Citizen watches and this one is fantastic. I really like its retro sport look.
This is the watch I purchased my boyfriend he loves it.
Looks great and fits snuggly. Unable to register through mobile application but could do so online. Works great as a standard ‘old school’ watch.
The watch is a great add to the collection, functional and beautiful chronograph for a decent price. Brushed edges with a polished bezel. Love the watch face. Only cons is, it’s not sapphire crystal, and the band itself. The band seems to be the number one complaint. Seems like a lower end option, tough leather. I will be swapping out the band for another.
The Brycen watch received in person is even better than I expected. One thing to note is the original watch strap that comes with the Brycen isn't comfortable. You'll need to buy another watch strap that fits and sits better with the wrist. The watch itself is spectacular.
A perpetual calendar would make this a perfect everyday watch.
I purchased this watch about three weeks ago. I love the look and also the overall layout, but my issue is the second hand keeps stopping but the watch keeps accurate time. I agree the date window is really hard to read.
The watch is almost ideal. It’s absolutely beautiful in person! The only downside is that the strap was not long enough, and my husband had to buy a longer strap on Amazon; the company did not offer any additional strap size options.
Seems the quality is good, great looks, easy to read... except the date. I don't understand why they make the date sooooo small; it's not really usable 99% of the time (unless under direct light with eyeball stuck to glass). Hands are luminous but not the hours, so you have to estimate the time. I wish they had a backlit option though, because I don't look at my watch almost immediately when I go into a dark room or at night outside. By the time I need to see the ..time, there's no luminescence as it lasts only a few minutes. The timer goes up to 1 hr, not enough for a regular activity (class) that goes up to 1.5 hrs. It would help if the bezel rotated, but it doesn't. The band is leather but it may be too short for some men. I have an average wrist size and as you can see in the picture, it's tight. It makes it slightly harder to put this on because the length is shorter than most original bands that came with other watches I owned. It's a nice watch and I'm keeping it. I like Citizen watches. Even on sale, this is not an inexpensive watch. Obviously value means different things to different people. A few years ago, I can't see myself spending this much for a wrist watch even if it had atomic time keeping, sapphire crystal & backlit (this doesn't any of those features). Registering it gives you and additional year of warranty for a total of 6. I inspected it closely, it's brand new and probably made in Japan. I'm assuming so, because on the back it says "Japan Mov't" I'll update if I encounter any problems in the future. My other Citizen watches have been reliable.
I have been thinking about buying the watch for a while, it has an elegant and at the same time casual style...I love it but I don't give it 5 stars because it is very difficult to see the date even with glasses...ah, I bought it...😄
The leather band looks amazing and sporty. The watch functions beautifully and the eco-drive is a must have in your collection. The reason it is not a 5 star... YOU CANNOT READ THE DATE! Unless you are in a certain light, the date is unreadable! I am looking into a magnifyer for it... but it is useless. Almost returned it. But I love the dial too much.
Watch looks good, but the strap was very firm and not super comfy upon initial wear. Needed a several wearing and working the strap to have it loosen up enough to comfortably wear. Otherwise happy