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Citizen Series 8 831vsGeckota Classic Chronotimer

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Series 8 831
CitizenSeries 8 831
MSRP $1,095
Classic Chronotimer
GeckotaClassic Chronotimer
MSRP $499

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Series 8 83140mm
Classic Chronotimer41.5mm
Power Reserve
Series 8 83142h
Classic Chronotimer40h
Water Resistance
Series 8 831100m
Classic Chronotimer100m
MSRP
Series 8 831$1,095
Classic Chronotimer$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
41.5mm
Thickness
12mm
12.35mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Green
Grey

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9051
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,095
$499

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Citizen Series 8 831

Owners widely praise the Citizen Series 8 831 for its finishing, with one owner noting it exceeded expectations. Reviewers highlight the textured Ice Blue dial and the bracelet's play of light, contributing to a comfortable and luxurious feel on the wrist. The watch features a 40mm ion-plated stainless steel case, a sapphire crystal, and 100 meters of water resistance. It is powered by the in-house Miyota Caliber 9051 automatic movement, which has a 42-hour power reserve and an accuracy range of -10 to +20 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Series 8 831 highly for its impressive finishing and dial design at its price point.

From video reviewers

The case finishing, with its contrasting brushed and polished surfaces, is a notable strength. The 40mm case size and comfortable fit are also consistently mentioned. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

Geckota Classic Chronotimer

Owners widely praise the Geckota Classic Chronotimer for its appealing and distinct yet classic design, with many receiving compliments on its unique look. Enthusiasts highlight the hand-wound mechanical movement as a positive feature, noting the movements appear to be solid workhorses. Some owners find the Geckota Classic Chronotimer comfortable and fun to wear, appreciating its funky aesthetic and how well it contrasts with different straps. However, one owner reports the Chronotimer wears large on smaller wrists. Overall, owners rate the Geckota Classic Chronotimer highly for its beautiful and distinct design that garners frequent compliments.

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