Bulova Icon Precisionist Stainless SteelvsCitizen AT9036-08E

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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.

Bulova Icon Precisionist Stainless Steel at true scale

Icon Precisionist Stainless Steel

Citizen AT9036-08E at true scale

AT9036-08E

Diameter

46mm

44mm

Thickness

n/a

12mm

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

MSRP

n/a

$492

Movement

NN50

H820

Case

5 specs
Diameter
46mm
44mm
Thickness
n/a
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
24mm
23mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
NN50
H820
Type
Quartz
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$492
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Reviews

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

Bulova Icon Precisionist Stainless Steel

Owners widely praise the Bulova Icon Precisionist Men's Black Dial Stainless Steel Watch for its high-precision quartz movement and exceptionally smooth sweeping second hand, with some noting its 1/1000th second timing capability. The dial's three-dimensionality and intricate details are frequently highlighted, as is its value, with one owner finding it a good buy at $200. The watch is described as having significant wrist presence, though multiple owners flag its exceptional weight, with some finding the 46mm case size too large for comfortable or frequent wear. Lume is considered serviceable but not long-lasting compared to other watches. Overall, owners rate the Bulova Icon Precisionist Men's Black Dial Stainless Steel Watch highly for its accuracy and unique dial at the price point.

Citizen AT9036-08E

Owners widely appreciate the Citizen AT9036-08E's automatic radio-controlled time setting, which functions even inside its box, and its useful subdials for 24-hour time and a second local time. The smooth sweep of the second hand is noted as a visually appealing trait compared to the typical quartz tick. However, some owners find the watch less impressive in person than in photos, and one reports a misaligned chronograph hand. The Citizen AT9036-08E is considered suitable for smaller wrists, though acquiring a radio signal can be difficult for some users without app assistance. Overall, owners value the Citizen AT9036-08E for its advanced timekeeping features and smooth second-hand sweep, despite some aesthetic and functional quirks.

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