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Citizen GarrisonvsVaer Atlas

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What people say

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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.

Vaer Atlas

The Vaer Atlas is widely praised as a versatile everyday watch, with its 100m water resistance and screw-down crown noted as key strengths. Owners appreciate the inclusion of both rubber and nylon straps. One owner found the orange dial color not precisely as expected. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Vaer Atlas a great value for its robust features and everyday wearability.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Garrison43mm
Atlas38mm
Power Reserve
Garrison
Atlas
Water Resistance
Garrison100m
Atlas100m
MSRP
Garrison$206
Atlas$699

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
43mm
38mm
Thickness
0mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Grey
Cream

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Citizen J810
Miyota 9015
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$206
$699
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