Citizen Red Arrows ChronographvsTissot Supersport Chrono

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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.

Citizen Red Arrows Chronograph at true scale

Red Arrows Chronograph

Tissot Supersport Chrono at true scale

Supersport Chrono

Diameter

43mm

45.5mm

Thickness

n/a

11.9mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

n/a

$575

Movement

B612

13.25'

Case

4 specs
Diameter
43mm
45.5mm
Thickness
n/a
11.92mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
22mm

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Indices
Applied luminous batons
Indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
B612
13.25'
Type
Solar
Quartz
Complications
Chronograph, World Time, Date, 12/24 Hour Time
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$575
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Reviews

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

Citizen Red Arrows Chronograph

Owners find the Citizen Red Arrows Chronograph's color combination appealing, with the dial proving surprisingly readable despite its busy appearance. The solar panels are located beneath the subdials, and the movement is appreciated, though considered not user-friendly. Some owners note the red accents can be difficult to see in low light, and the red bezel may fade to pink with prolonged sun exposure. Replacing the original strap with a NATO is suggested to enhance its appeal. Overall, owners appreciate the Citizen Red Arrows Chronograph's aesthetic and readability, with minor concerns around accent visibility and bezel longevity.

Tissot Supersport Chrono

Owners widely praise the Tissot Supersport Chrono for its visually appealing dial, handset, and case shape, with many noting its excellent lume and overall build quality for the price. Some owners find the 45.5mm size wears well, even on smaller wrists, and appreciate the value Tissot offers. However, several owners express concern about the watch's large diameter and weight, suggesting it may be too big for wrists under 7 inches. A few owners also report issues with subdial hand misalignment or the chronograph second hand moving when stationary, though Tissot considers some misalignment within tolerance. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Supersport Chrono highly for its attractive design and value, with the primary caveat being its substantial size.

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