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Citizen PCATvsFerro Race Master Chronograph

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What people say

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Citizen PCAT

The Citizen PCAT is praised for its polished and brushed stainless steel case, blue bezel insert, and tachymeter scale. Reviewers note its navy dial with polished silver elements and sub-dials that change functions by mode, along with radio-controlled timekeeping, a perpetual calendar, and 200 meters of water resistance. The redesigned bezel and sapphire crystal covering the tachymeter scale are considered attractive features. One owner notes the E650 movement supports five atomic time zones, fewer than some other models. Lug width is uncertain, with suggestions of 22mm or 24mm. Older PCAT models require changing the mode to "CHR" to operate the chronograph. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Citizen PCAT for its robust feature set and attractive, functional design.

From video reviewers

The watch features a sapphire crystal and a perpetual calendar. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

Ferro Race Master Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Ferro Race Master Chronograph for its comfortable 39mm brushed steel case and jubilee bracelet, noting strong lume and a beautifully engraved caseback. One owner specifically appreciates the brand's clear movement descriptions and finds the watch a great value for the price. However, one user questioned its value, initially mistaking the movement for a less expensive option, and a pre-production buyer reported communication issues regarding delays. On balance, owners rate the Ferro Race Master Chronograph highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive finishing at its price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PCAT43mm
Race Master Chronograph45.2mm
Power Reserve
PCAT
Race Master Chronograph
Water Resistance
PCAT200m
Race Master Chronograph50m
MSRP
PCAT$581
Race Master Chronograph$485

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Chronograph
Diameter
43mm
45.2mm
Thickness
0mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
45.2mm
Lug Width
21.5mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Brown
Silver

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Citizen E660
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$581
$485
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