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Citizen Series 8 880 GMT Black DLCvsVario VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

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Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC
CitizenSeries 8 880 GMT Black DLC
MSRP $1,995
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench
VarioVARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench
MSRP $499

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC41mm
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench37mm
Power Reserve
Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC50h
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench40h
Water Resistance
Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC100m
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench100m
MSRP
Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC$1,995
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
41mm
37mm
Thickness
12mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45mm
Lug Width
11mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
UltraHex Titanium

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Yellow

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9054
Miyota 82s5
Power Reserve
50h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,995
$499

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What people say

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Citizen Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC

Owners and reviewers praise the Citizen Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC for its robust build, original angular design, and textured dial reminiscent of Tokyo skyscrapers. The flyer GMT complication, 100m water resistance, and integrated bracelet are highlighted as strong travel watch features. Some owners find the 40mm or 41mm case size well-weighted and magical, while others note it might be a tad bulky. Criticisms consistently point to the pin-and-collar bracelet system and the lack of micro-adjustment, with one owner finding minute indices less clear. The price is considered fair, ranging from EUR 1,195 to $1,695. Overall, the Citizen Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC is regarded as a strong debut with a sensible design for travelers and those appreciating its aesthetic.

VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

Owners praise the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench for its price point and the dial's color-shifting effects, with one owner noting it as a great limited edition. A reviewer highlights its lightweight titanium case and sand-textured pink dial. Some with larger wrists may find its 36mm size compact. One owner dislikes the strap and notes the movement can occasionally be loud. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench highly for its unique dial and value at the price.

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