Citizen GarrisonvsMilitado 38mm Field Watch 2035 Movt Military Watch ML05B

38mm Field Watch 2035 Movt Military Watch ML05B
Militado38mm Field Watch 2035 Movt Military Watch ML05B

Ref. militado-38mm-field-watch-2035-movt-military-watch-ml05b·MSRP $37

lug2lug doesn't sell watches. Buy links open the brand's or seller's own site. Some links are affiliate links: lug2lug may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Disclosures

Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Citizen Garrison at true scale

Garrison

Militado 38mm Field Watch 2035 Movt Military Watch ML05B at true scale

38mm Field Watch 2035 Movt Military Watch ML05B

Diameter

37mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46mm

Thickness

n/a

9.5mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$221

$37

lowest

Movement

Citizen E101

Miyota 2035

Case

5 specs
Diameter
37mm
38mm
Thickness
n/a
9.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Citizen E101
Miyota 2035
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$221
$37
Keep your wishlist and collection together in the appExplore the app

Reviews

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 wear, and overall value, particularly its solar-powered movement and durable construction. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its tool-like nature and suitability as a versatile daily watch, with many appreciating the clean dial and good lume. Some owners find the original strap unappealing and the day-date window small, while others note the faux aged markers can be divisive. The 37mm case size is considered ideal for hiking by some, though one owner's wife felt it looked too small on a 6.5-inch wrist. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Garrison highly for its practical features and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The Eco-Drive solar movement is a consistent strength. The mineral crystal is a shared weakness, noted as prone to scratches. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's suitability for cold weather due to charging issues.

Militado 38mm Field Watch 2035 Movt Military Watch ML05B

Owners widely praise the Militado 38mm Field Watch 2035 Movt Military Watch ML05B as an exceptional value, with many highlighting its sapphire crystal, C3 lume, sandblasted 38mm case, and 100m water resistance at price points around $33-$40. The watch is noted for its lightness and wearability, with one owner finding it their favorite to wear due to its versatility and superior water resistance. While one source states it has a Ronda movement and another a Seiko VH31 mecha-quartz, the manufacturer specifies a Miyota 2035 quartz movement. Overall, owners rate the Militado 38mm Field Watch 2035 Movt Military Watch ML05B highly for its outstanding value and practical features at the price.

Similar watches

Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price, microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.

DiscussionNot started

Also compared

Comparisons nearby in the catalog: alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.