Citizen BrycenvsResco R-TAG DLC

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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 Brycen at true scale

Brycen

Resco R-TAG DLC at true scale

R-TAG DLC

Diameter

42mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

51.5mm

Thickness

n/a

13mm

Water Resistance

100m

200m

highest

MSRP

$394

lowest

$1,205

Movement

Citizen J810

Quartz

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Thickness
n/a
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
51.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
44mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Citizen J810
n/a
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$394
$1,205
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Reviews

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

Citizen Brycen

Citizen Brycen owners praise its retro racing chronograph aesthetic, noting oversized pushers and a detailed crown. The Eco-Drive movement provides excellent accuracy, with less than 1 second deviation per day. The watch features a barrel-shaped Super Titanium case with polished bevels and brushed surfaces, and a vertically oriented two-register chronograph dial. Some owners report the included mesh bracelet pulled hairs, necessitating a strap change, and the date window's color contrast makes it difficult to read. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Brycen highly for its excellent accuracy and retro racing chronograph aesthetic at the price.

Resco R-TAG DLC

Owners appreciate Resco's customization options and the versatility of PVD cases on NATO, Zulu, or leather straps for the RESCO R-TAG DLC, with one owner noting the watches are tough and look the part. However, one owner reported their unit randomly stopped working, and a second unit experienced rusting issues. Another reviewer flagged roughness in the DLC coating, deeming it unacceptable for the price and comparing the case finishing to older, less expensive models. Overall, owners are split on the RESCO R-TAG DLC, with praise for its toughness and customization weighed against reports of functional failures and finishing concerns.

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