Post by: Cocas on May 30, 2020, 09:58:17 AM
I stopped collecting Seiko watch after buying the Alpinist and MM300.
Now it's time for my Citizen w0atch journey.
These are my current citizen collection. The last piece is on its way.
:thumbsup:
I will receive it in a week time.
I thought I have lost the chance to get this forever as it was discontinued. I discussed a MWF shifu here before. The quality is top notch. The shared photos are so mesmerizing.
Alright enough, I'll write about it more when unboxing it. :Cheers:
(https://www.malaysiawatchforum.com/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=22289.0;attach=13511;image)
Post by: dpkong on May 30, 2020, 09:55:08 PM
Citizen was one of the brands I started out with about 30 years ago. However, none of them lasted till today.
Post by: Cocas on May 31, 2020, 06:41:25 AM
Citizen was one of the brands I started out with about 30 years ago. However, none of them lasted till today.
If you're talking about eco-drive, then yes, their capacitor that stores the electricity converted from solar panel , its lifespan would normally last about 10yrs. The capacitor needs to be replaced.
Post by: dpkong on May 31, 2020, 10:32:50 AM
Post by: Cocas on June 01, 2020, 08:11:30 AM
Post by: Cocas on June 01, 2020, 08:15:04 AM
Not the eco drive... back in those days it was just your regular quartz. They had nice designs back then
I didn't buy any citizen quartz watch before. I have no clues on their quartz movement lifespan but I remember their quartz movement uses a lot of plastic housing.
My citizen watches here only the minutes repeater is eco-drive, the rest are all automatic.
The incoming one from Japan now is also automatic.
Post by: Plongeur on June 01, 2020, 08:12:04 PM
I have an NY0040 that has been receiving plenty of interest and wondering if I should sell it
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Post by: Henry T on June 02, 2020, 08:06:15 AM
I have an affinity for Citizen watches because it is the very first watch I bought when I started working. My friends bought Seiko5. :D
Post by: Cocas on June 02, 2020, 09:55:58 AM
Post by: dualcarb on June 02, 2020, 01:57:05 PM
Post by: G.MAC on June 02, 2020, 06:41:39 PM
Post by: Cocas on June 02, 2020, 07:16:19 PM
One of the Citizen Kuroshio 64?
Sorry @G.MAC bro. Wrong guess ;)
But Citizen Kuroshio 64 indeed is a beautiful watch.
Post by: Cocas on June 02, 2020, 07:18:19 PM
Eagerly awaiting to see which Citizen will end your want for more Citizens...so many great ones out there
Me too. I am anxiously waiting for it.
Post by: Henry T on June 02, 2020, 07:23:55 PM
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Post by: Cocas on June 02, 2020, 07:27:58 PM
Cocas, waiting for your review as I am curious to see which is this Citizen to end all Citizens...
I have an NY0040 that has been receiving plenty of interest and wondering if I should sell it
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NY0040 has a glorious history. Italy Marina Militare once used this NY0040 by enhancing its water resistance to 500meter.
Post by: Cocas on June 02, 2020, 07:34:03 PM
I am guessing it is the Citizen Grand Touring. :)
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Hahaha... You guys continue guessing like that there are not many choices left.
Post by: Henry T on June 02, 2020, 07:36:55 PM
Looking forward to see what you've got.I am guessing it is the Citizen Grand Touring. :)
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Hahaha... You guys continue guessing like that there are not many choices left.
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Post by: G.MAC on June 02, 2020, 08:00:38 PM
Post by: dpkong on June 02, 2020, 08:11:48 PM
My ultimatum Citizen is now at Sepang airport :laugh:
Wow.. that's very quick delivery service. What other brands does this seller deal in?
Post by: Cocas on June 04, 2020, 05:53:48 AM
My ultimatum Citizen is now at Sepang airport :laugh:
Wow.. that's very quick delivery service. What other brands does this seller deal in?
No ideas too. I normally look for watches I wanted, then only look at the seller trustworthy. That's why I am not used to finding what seller has.
Post by: Cocas on June 04, 2020, 06:20:35 AM
Citizen Chronomaster :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Hahaha. Nope. :D
Post by: Cocas on June 04, 2020, 03:31:11 PM
Alas...
It's here.
Post by: Cocas on June 04, 2020, 05:12:23 PM
Its is "The Citizen" CTY57-1272!
Legendary Citizen automatic watch with thickness only at 11.3mm.
One of the thinest automatic Japanese watch.
(https://www.malaysiawatchforum.com/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=22289.0;attach=13537)
Post by: Cocas on June 04, 2020, 06:12:35 PM
So here the screenshots, self explanatory.
Post by: Cocas on June 04, 2020, 06:13:14 PM
Post by: Cocas on June 04, 2020, 06:23:09 PM
Post by: Cocas on June 04, 2020, 06:39:39 PM
In the future, considering that the environment is more important, we also consider the mechanical watches to be environmentally friendly and developed the mechanical movement "Cal.0910" for the first time in about 30 years. "The Citizen" automatic performs all the processes from parts production to assembly consistently in-house, and it is a model that has demonstrated its capabilities as a manufacturer that can only be realized by a long-established watch manufacturer.
The beard mainspring (*2), which is the core of the full-scale mechanical movement "Cal.0910", requires high accuracy, so there are only a few manufacturers in the world that can be manufactured in-house. Our company has a record of producing about 100 million mechanical movements, and we have been developing photovoltaic power generation eco-drives and eco-drive radio timepieces in parallel with mechanical timepiece manufacturing. The culmination of these achievements and technologies is the cornerstone of the birth of the new movement.
Main features
Cal.0910
Mechanical watches with outstanding technological capabilities
• Because the balance spring, which is the core of the mechanical movement, requires high precision, there are only a few watch makers in the world that can be produced in-house. Cal.0910 uses a hairspring that was developed in-house.
• The movement has a spin-mesh pattern, and its decoration can be seen through the see-through back.
The CITIZEN logo on the rotor (rotary weight) uses electroforming technology (*3). A three-dimensional effect is created and a design with a strong presence is produced.
• Cases and bands are finished by skilled craftsmen. Especially for the case, we use a lot of Zaratu polishing, which requires a high level of polishing technique, and combine it with hairline processing to achieve a deep shine.
• The dial design emphasizes visibility and is designed to match the cut on the index by slightly bending the tip of the minute hand. The indexes have been cut on multiple sides, so that they are not only beautifully illuminated by the light, but also easy to read the time.
• The movement and the case are assembled by an elite craftsman called “The Citizen Meister”.
Timeless universal style
The standard model dial is available in two colors: chic and vibrant black and calm white. It is a color that is easy to match with any style. The case is treated with Duratect (*4) to prevent scratches, so you can use it in everyday life without hesitation.
10 year warranty
We will provide free repairs for natural failures that occur within 10 years of purchase. In addition, we will carry out a free inspection twice in the 10 years (2nd year and 8th year).
Item Number CTY57-1271
CTY57-1272
Suggested retail price (tax included) ¥ 294,000
Case material stainless
Band material stainless
Dial color white black
Glass Dual spherical sapphire glass (non-reflective coating on both sides)
Time accuracy:
Average daily difference -5 to +10 seconds
Duration About 42 hours (maximum winding)
Main functions Automatic winding + Manual winding / Date early correction device
Frequency 28,800 times/hour
Case size Diameter 37mm / Thickness 11.3mm (design value)
waterproof 10 ATM water resistant
Post by: Cocas on June 04, 2020, 07:14:13 PM
(https://www.malaysiawatchforum.com/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=22289.0;attach=13545)
My Ball watch bracelet pin remover screwdriver is too big. :Blue:
I can't wear it tomorrow.
Post by: Cocas on June 04, 2020, 08:00:03 PM
It's black dial but has a very deep dark blue shade that makes the hour markers standout and shine so brightly..
(https://www.malaysiawatchforum.com/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=22289.0;attach=13547)
Post by: Cocas on June 05, 2020, 06:52:18 PM
Bracelet readjustment project finito!
(https://www.malaysiawatchforum.com/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=22289.0;attach=13549)
Post by: Cocas on June 05, 2020, 07:09:04 PM
1. The sapphire crystal is dome and curvy. It does not protrude, and it's no sharp edge.
2. The minutes and seconds hand tips are nicely bending towards the dial and the hand tips are perfectly paralleled with the crystal curve.
3. The date window background colour is the same as the dial. The numeric print is not the simple paint. It is blazeringly sparkling like diamond dust.
Post by: dpkong on June 06, 2020, 09:00:06 AM
Nice dial and features but I would say there's a letdown with push in springbars. How's the bracelet quality?
If only we mortals had the camera skills of Chris Yen..
Post by: Cocas on June 06, 2020, 09:27:14 AM
JPY294k translates to RM11++
Nice dial and features but I would say there's a letdown with push in springbars. How's the bracelet quality?
If only we mortals had the camera skills of Chris Yen..
Push in springbars?
You are saying the bracelet springbars right?!
Yes, I pushed down but the endlink just not come out.
I readjusted the bracelet without removing the bracelet endlinks.
My bracelet is perfect, not loosened, and no squeaking sound.
Post by: dpkong on June 06, 2020, 09:32:20 AM
JPY294k translates to RM11++
Nice dial and features but I would say there's a letdown with push in springbars. How's the bracelet quality?
If only we mortals had the camera skills of Chris Yen..
Push in springbars?
You are saying the bracelet springbars right?!
Yes, I pushed down but the endlink just not come out.
I readjusted the bracelet without removing the bracelet endlinks.
My bracelet is perfect, not loosened, and no squeaking sound.
ok.. shouldn't use the term spring bars... I would have thought they would use screws for the bracelet.
Post by: Cocas on June 06, 2020, 09:43:18 AM
JPY294k translates to RM11++
Nice dial and features but I would say there's a letdown with push in springbars. How's the bracelet quality?
If only we mortals had the camera skills of Chris Yen..
Push in springbars?
You are saying the bracelet springbars right?!
Yes, I pushed down but the endlink just not come out.
I readjusted the bracelet without removing the bracelet endlinks.
My bracelet is perfect, not loosened, and no squeaking sound.
ok.. shouldn't use the term spring bars... I would have thought they would use screws for the bracelet.
Yes, the bracelet pins are screw-in type. I used the clamp to hold the bracelet then used 2 screwdrivers to move the pins. Very solid bracelet and screw-in type pin.
Post by: dpkong on June 06, 2020, 09:46:39 AM
JPY294k translates to RM11++
Nice dial and features but I would say there's a letdown with push in springbars. How's the bracelet quality?
If only we mortals had the camera skills of Chris Yen..
Push in springbars?
You are saying the bracelet springbars right?!
Yes, I pushed down but the endlink just not come out.
I readjusted the bracelet without removing the bracelet endlinks.
My bracelet is perfect, not loosened, and no squeaking sound.
ok.. shouldn't use the term spring bars... I would have thought they would use screws for the bracelet.
Yes, the bracelet pins are screw-in type. I used the clamp to hold the bracelet then used 2 screwdrivers to move the pins. Very solid bracelet and screw-in type pin.
ahh.. darn I didn't read correctly and the pictures weren't helping..
my bad..
Post by: Cocas on June 06, 2020, 09:51:03 AM
Post by: Cocas on June 09, 2020, 11:51:55 AM
Post by: heart_killer39 on July 15, 2020, 11:08:49 AM
:laugh:
Its is "The Citizen" CTY57-1272!
Legendary Citizen automatic watch with thickness only at 11.3mm.
One of the thinest automatic Japanese watch.
(https://www.malaysiawatchforum.com/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=22289.0;attach=13537)
That is one lovely timepiece
Post by: Cocas on July 15, 2020, 09:04:31 PM
:laugh:
Its is "The Citizen" CTY57-1272!
Legendary Citizen automatic watch with thickness only at 11.3mm.
One of the thinest automatic Japanese watch.
(https://www.malaysiawatchforum.com/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=22289.0;attach=13537)
That is one lovely timepiece
Thanks for your remarks Sir. :)
Post by: heart_killer39 on July 31, 2020, 09:41:10 AM
It's now sitting at seller office, waiting UPS to pick-up.
which website did you get that from ? Mind sharing please ?
Post by: Cocas on July 31, 2020, 09:57:10 AM
It's now sitting at seller office, waiting UPS to pick-up.
which website did you get that from ? Mind sharing please ?
It's Chrono24.