Citizen BrycenvsThorn 1950s Tribute Collection

1950s Tribute Collection
Thorn1950s Tribute Collection

Ref. thorn-38mm-automatic-watch-1950s-tribute-collection-t026·MSRP $209

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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

Thorn 1950s Tribute Collection at true scale

1950s Tribute Collection

Diameter

42mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47mm

Thickness

n/a

12.3mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$394

$209

lowest

Movement

Citizen J810

PT5000

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
n/a
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Citizen J810
PT5000
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$394
$209
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Reviews

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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.

Thorn 1950s Tribute Collection

Owners widely praise the Thorn 38mm Automatic Watch 1950s Tribute Collection T026 for its compact 38mm size and domed sapphire crystal. The bracelet is considered good for the price, with one owner stating it is even better than a Sub's. However, the bezel insert is not aligned properly, and some suggest dressier alternatives for formal occasions. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Thorn 38mm Automatic Watch 1950s Tribute Collection T026 well for its retro design and wearability at its price point, despite minor alignment issues.

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