Citizen GarrisonvsSlow Watches Round 40mm

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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 Garrison at true scale

Garrison

Slow Watches Round 40mm at true scale

Round 40mm

Diameter

42mm

42.5mm

Thickness

n/a

8.3mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$244

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Movement

Citizen E101

Ronda 515.24H

Case

3 specs
Diameter
42mm
42.5mm
Thickness
n/a
8.25mm
Lug Width
22mm
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Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Grey
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Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Citizen E101
Ronda 515.24H
Type
Solar
Quartz
Power Reserve
0h
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$244
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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 exceptional value, legibility, and versatile tool-watch nature, with many highlighting its comfortable wear and clean dial. The solar-powered Eco-Drive movement and durable titanium case are frequently cited strengths, contributing to its scratch resistance and overall quality for the price. Some owners note the original strap is not preferred, and there are differing opinions on the ideal case size, with some wishing for a smaller option. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Garrison highly for its practical design and robust build at an accessible price point.

Slow Watches Round 40mm

Owners widely appreciate the Slow Watches Slow Round 40mm for its unique, logo-free 24-hour dial and single hand, which encourages a mindful approach to time and prompts many comments. Some owners find the concept helps them focus on the entire day and enjoy the novelty, while others note it offers only approximate timekeeping in 15-minute increments. The watch is seen as an accessible, fun addition to a collection rather than a primary timepiece. One owner wishes the strap was nicer and notes the 24-hour format requires adjustment. The Ronda 515.24H quartz movement and direct-to-consumer model contribute to its accessible price point. Overall, owners and reviewers value the Slow Watches Slow Round 40mm for its conceptual design and mindfulness-promoting approach to time.