Citizen CorsovsManufaktur Waldhoff Ultramatic II

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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 Corso at true scale

Corso

Manufaktur Waldhoff Ultramatic II at true scale

Ultramatic II

Diameter

44mm

42.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

50mm

Thickness

n/a

11.5mm

Water Resistance

100m

n/a

Power Reserve

n/a

72h

MSRP

$296

lowest

$1,599

Movement

8729

Manufaktur Waldhoff HZ 3415

Case

5 specs
Diameter
44mm
42.5mm
Thickness
n/a
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
50mm
Lug Width
23mm
22mm
Water Resistance
100m
n/a

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Royal Blue

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
8729
Manufaktur Waldhoff HZ 3415
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
0h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$296
$1,599
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Reviews

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

Citizen Corso

The Citizen Corso is widely praised for its value, with owners citing its attractive sunburst dials, classic elegant looks, and light-catching qualities as major draws. The watch is noted for accurate timekeeping within a few seconds per month. Some owners find the polished steel case too shiny and a fingerprint magnet, while others appreciate the matte finish on the bezel and lugs with polished edges. The metal bracelet links are described as substantial, though the stamped clasp lacks micro-adjustments. Day and date complications are present on some models. One owner questions the 40mm dial size for smaller wrists. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Corso highly for its dial aesthetics and value, especially when found at a discount.

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.

Manufaktur Waldhoff Ultramatic II

Owners widely praise the Manufaktur Waldhoff Ultramatic II for its appearance, with one owner stating it "screams quality" and is the cheapest tourbillon they have seen. However, concerns exist regarding the Chinese movement and bracelet fit. Accuracy varies, with one owner noting a deviation of 5-10 seconds per day, resulting in a loss of about a minute every 3-5 days. Some owners criticize the high price given the movement, and one owner expressed a desire for a second hand on the green dial model. On balance, owners rate the Manufaktur Waldhoff Ultramatic II highly for its striking appearance and value as an affordable tourbillon, despite reservations about the movement and accuracy.