The essential roles of a watch—legibility of the time and the power reserve indicator—are presented with refined clarity. The base finish is hairline, but the addition of polished surfaces in key areas creates an elegant impression.
The thickness of the case and the way the lugs are shaped fit the average Japanese wrist, giving a clean and streamlined impression.
Although the silhouette of the case is not particularly slim, the wide, polished sloping shoulders create a flowing, sleek impression.
The top and tip of the lugs feature a hairline finish. The bezel is embedded into the lugs at four points. The sharply defined polished surface on the case shoulder and the rounded polished surface on the case side create a beautiful expression through the reflection of light.
Even when the same combination of polished finishes is used, the different angles and shapes of each surface make them stand out through the way they reflect light.
Beautiful surface composition and finishing from every angle.
The side lines are also elegant, and you can see how the bezel is embedded into the foot of the case.
The well-balanced shapes and lengths of the indexes and hands enhance the legibility of the time.
The symbolic emblem of The CITIZEN provides a subtle sense of satisfaction to the wearer. The exquisite combination of three types of finishes—circular hairline, polished, and sand-blast—adds to its appeal.
The shape of the indexes combines recesses, protrusions, and slopes to express a sense of depth and luxury. By applying white printing to the top surface, it prevents glare from light reflection. The date display is larger than that of a typical CITIZEN movement and uses a thick, applied window frame. The finish and color have been carefully considered to ensure legibility.
The power reserve indicator at the 10 o'clock position has four levels. Its color, finish, pattern, and design all serve as an accent to the face of this three-hand watch. Of course, the overall completeness of the watch is high, but this part may be the element that most subtly expresses its individuality.