Bertucci A-6A ExperiorvsCitizen Garrison

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Bertucci A-6A Experior at true scale

A-6A Experior

Citizen Garrison at true scale

Garrison

Diameter

40mm

37mm

Water Resistance

n/a

100m

MSRP

$155

lowest

$221

Movement

Quartz

Citizen E101

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Lug Width
n/a
18mm
Material
Anodized aluminum (Unibody™)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
n/a
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
n/a
Mineral
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Citizen E101
Type
Quartz
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$155
$221
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Bertucci A-6A Experior

Owners widely report the Bertucci A-6A Experior is comfortable and offers good lume, with some appreciating its readability and color combination, and consider it worth its $120 price point. However, the aluminum case's long-term durability is a concern for some, and the seconds hand alignment is not always perfect. The watch's height, lug-to-lug, and dial design are polarizing, with some finding it appealing and others likening it to a child's watch. One owner discarded the watch after the battery died, finding the replacement process difficult. Overall, owners rate the Bertucci A-6A Experior positively for its comfort and value, despite some polarizing design elements and durability questions.

Citizen Garrison

Owners widely praise the Citizen Garrison for its excellent legibility, comfortable wear, and overall value, particularly its solar-powered movement and durable construction. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its tool-like nature and suitability as a versatile daily watch, with many appreciating the clean dial and good lume. Some owners find the original strap unappealing and the day-date window small, while others note the faux aged markers can be divisive. The 37mm case size is considered ideal for hiking by some, though one owner's wife felt it looked too small on a 6.5-inch wrist. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Garrison highly for its practical features and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The Eco-Drive solar movement is a consistent strength. The mineral crystal is a shared weakness, noted as prone to scratches. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's suitability for cold weather due to charging issues.

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