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Citizen CorsovsLorier Olympia SII

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Corso
CitizenCorso
MSRP $296
Olympia SII
LorierOlympia SII
MSRP $999

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Corso44mm
Olympia SII39mm
Power Reserve
Corso40h
Olympia SII40h
Water Resistance
Corso100m
Olympia SII
MSRP
Corso$296
Olympia SII$999

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
44mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
23mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Standard

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
8729
Type
Automatic
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$296
$999

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Citizen Corso

Citizen Corso owners widely praise its value, with many noting its accurate Eco-Drive movement keeping time within a few seconds per month. The sunburst silver dial and elegant blue dial options are frequently highlighted for their attractive, light-catching qualities suitable for various occasions. The stainless steel case is considered durable, and the metal bracelet's links are described as substantial. Some models feature day and date complications. However, reviewers note the polished steel case can be overly shiny and a fingerprint magnet, and the original leather bands have an unpleasant lining. One owner questions the 40mm dial size for smaller wrists, and the bracelet has a stamped clasp without micro-adjustments, though it includes two half links. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Corso highly for its impressive value and classic dial aesthetics at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Citizen Corso features a convenient Eco-Drive movement that eliminates battery changes by utilizing light for power. A weakness of the Citizen Corso is its mineral crystal, which is less scratch-resistant than sapphire.

Lorier Olympia SII

Owners widely praise the Lorier Olympia SII for its excellent value and vintage aesthetic, highlighting the robust Seiko NE88 movement and crisp chronograph pushers. The 39mm case is noted for wearing well, with its layered design effectively managing the 13.8mm thickness. Some owners prefer the hesalite crystal for its aesthetic, while others would like a sapphire option. The bracelet is described as functional but can be a hair nipper. Overall, owners rate the Lorier Olympia SII highly for its execution of a vintage chronograph at an accessible price point.

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