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Citizen The Citizen Caliber 0210vsVario Futurist

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The Citizen Caliber 0210
CitizenThe Citizen Caliber 0210
MSRP $8,400
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Citizen Caliber 021040mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
The Citizen Caliber 021060h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
The Citizen Caliber 0210100m
Futurist100m
MSRP
The Citizen Caliber 0210$8,400
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
Black
Purple

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
0210
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
60h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,400
$648

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What people say

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Citizen The Citizen Caliber 0210

Owners widely praise The Citizen Caliber 0210 for its exceptional craftsmanship, high-quality finishing, and unique electroformed dial textures that play with light. Its superior quartz accuracy of 1-5 seconds per year and perpetual calendar functionality are also highlighted as significant strengths. The watch features a titanium construction, 100m water resistance, and an in-house movement with a 60-hour power reserve. However, the EUR 8,500 retail price is considered high, with some critics finding the Citizen brand name and the dial's chicken logo detracting from its refined aesthetic. One owner notes the 11.2mm thickness due to the date function. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate The Citizen Caliber 0210 for its advanced technology and refined finishing, despite reservations about its price point and branding.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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