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Citizen Promaster Skyhawk U830vsMakydo Mystic Blue

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Promaster Skyhawk U830
CitizenPromaster Skyhawk U830
MSRP $596
Mystic Blue
MakydoMystic Blue

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Promaster Skyhawk U83043mm
Mystic Blue38mm
Power Reserve
Promaster Skyhawk U83040h
Mystic Blue
Water Resistance
Promaster Skyhawk U830200m
Mystic Blue50m
MSRP
Promaster Skyhawk U830$596
Mystic Blue

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Diameter
43mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
27mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Inner

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
U830
Miyota 9015
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$596

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What people say

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Citizen Promaster Skyhawk U830

The Citizen Promaster Skyhawk U830 is praised for its updated 43mm titanium case, legible memory-in-pixel display, and cleaner, less cluttered design compared to previous versions. Reviewers highlight its versatile contemporary look and enhanced functionality from the caliber U830, while owners appreciate the MIP display and screw-down caseback. Some users find the interface clunky and the face busy, particularly noting the "calendar" label and the lack of radio or GPS time synchronization, with one owner finding the 45mm size and busy subdials less useful for non-pilots. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Promaster Skyhawk U830 highly for its impressive technology and improved legibility in a contemporary package.

Makydo Mystic Blue

Owners widely praise the Makydo Mystic Blue for its aesthetic appeal, impeccable finishing on the case and bracelet, and its sunburst dial. The 38mm size is noted to wear comfortably, closer to 39mm. Some owners report the clasp takes time to get used to for smooth operation.

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