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Citizen Series 8 870vsVario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

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Series 8 870
CitizenSeries 8 870
MSRP $1,095
VERSA Reversible Dual Time
VarioVERSA Reversible Dual Time
MSRP $428

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Series 8 87039mm
VERSA Reversible Dual Time39mm
Power Reserve
Series 8 87042h
VERSA Reversible Dual Time40h
Water Resistance
Series 8 870100m
VERSA Reversible Dual Time50m
MSRP
Series 8 870$1,095
VERSA Reversible Dual Time$428

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
11mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Inner

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9051
Ronda Slimtech 1062 (×2)
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,095
$428

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What people say

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Citizen Series 8 870

The Citizen Series 8 870 is praised for its compelling value proposition and modern Japanese design with a sporty edge. Reviewers note its 40mm steel case, glossy dial with applied markers, and the in-house Calibre 0950 automatic movement offering 50 hours of power reserve and enhanced magnetic resistance. The flat sapphire crystal is noted to collect fingerprints, and the solid caseback omits a view of the movement. The limited edition variant features a 40.8mm black DLC-coated case, a carbon fiber dial, and the 0950 movement regulated to -5/+10 seconds per day. Overall, the Citizen Series 8 870 is viewed as a strong offering for its blend of design and features.

Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

Owners widely praise the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time for its satisfying reversible mechanism, excellent polishing, crisp dial printing, and exceptional value for a dual-face watch. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its novel reversible design, attractive Art Deco-inspired aesthetic, and the value it offers at its price point. Some owners also commend Vario's customer service. The 12mm thickness is a point of discussion, with some finding it surprisingly wearable due to its stepped case and curved bevels, while others note it as a concern due to the dual-watch construction. One reviewer points out the need to remove the watch to switch faces and the potential for smudging on the hidden side. The lack of lume on one dial is seen as a missed opportunity by one owner. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time highly for its clever, well-executed reversible case design and appealing price point.

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