Caliber A010

The CITIZEN

Designer: Shinichi Enomoto
Year launched: 2011
12 categories: 01 / Sophisticated Technology

Commentary: Accuracy Born of Light
This model is the world’s first to achieve high precision of ±5 seconds per year through the light-powered Eco-Drive. Balancing universality and a sense of luxury was a major challenge in the design process. Because the system generates electricity by receiving light on the dial, the dial must have a light-transmitting structure. We struggled to express a luxurious look for the dial within such a structure. Including the watch itself, we repeatedly prototyped the dial many times before finally bringing it to market. In this model, the dial was modified due to a movement change, but it is still on sale today.

Link tags
Product code: AQ1000-58E
CAL.: A010
Watch type: Eco-Drive
Case material: Stainless steel

https://ms.citizen.jp/assets/007_01-07_THE CITIZEN 年差±5秒_01

The Essential Role of a Watch

A watch, as its name suggests, is an instrument that marks the passage of time. This model focuses on how to make that time as easy to read and as beautiful as possible. Not only are the shapes and finishes of the hands and indexes, and the large, highly legible date display carefully considered, but the case and bezel are also composed of multiple surfaces that are skillfully combined. This results in a beautiful finish from any angle, thanks to the way they reflect light. In the case of a three-hand layout, which can often appear monotonous, the power reserve indicator positioned at 10 o'clock adds a distinctive touch and expresses individuality. The symbolic emblem on the case back provides a sense of satisfaction to the wearer, while the case size and the way the lugs are shaped ensure a comfortable fit on the wrist. The design fulfills the essential role of a watch worthy of the name The CITIZEN. Elegant and refined, this is a timepiece exuding luxury.