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Citizen GarrisonvsCitizen PCAT

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PCAT
CitizenPCAT
MSRP $675
What people say

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

Citizen Garrison

Owners widely praise the Citizen Garrison for its excellent legibility, comfortable size for slender wrists, and impressive value at its price point. The brushed case finishing is noted as surprisingly well-done, and the green dial is a particular highlight for many. Accuracy is frequently lauded, with one owner calling it the most accurate quartz watch they've owned, and the solar battery is appreciated. However, some owners wish for a smaller case size, and opinions are split on the bracelet and strap, with some finding them comfortable and others suggesting upgrades. The day-date complication is also a point of discussion, with some preferring its integration and others desiring a cleaner dial. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Garrison highly for its legibility and value, making it a favored tool watch.

From video reviewers

The solar-powered quartz movement is a practical advantage. The fixed bezel and non-screwdown crown are standard for its price point, but the lack of a screw-down crown might be a consideration for some.

Citizen PCAT

Owners widely praise the Citizen PCAT for its exceptional value, noting its perpetual calendar and 200m water resistance as standout features. Reviewers highlight its refined appearance and advanced Eco-Drive, radio-controlled timekeeping, and perpetual calendar functionality. Some owners find the dial information-heavy and legibility challenging on certain sub-dials, while one user points out the E650 movement's limitation to five atomic time zones. Lug widths vary, with some titanium models featuring 24mm. Overall, owners rate the Citizen PCAT highly for its impressive specifications and value proposition.

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Garrison43mm
PCAT43mm
Power Reserve
Garrison
PCAT
Water Resistance
Garrison100m
PCAT100m
MSRP
Garrison$206
PCAT$675

Full specifications

Case

2 specs
Category
Field
Pilot
Lug Width
22mm
0mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Grey
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Citizen J810
E660

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$206
$675
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