Citizen Tsuyosa ShorevsPhoibos Kraken
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Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.
Tsuyosa Shore
Kraken
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47.5mm
Thickness
n/a
11.5mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m
highest
Power Reserve
42h
n/a
MSRP
$495
lowest
$499
Movement
Miyota 8210
Miyota 9015
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Citizen Tsuyosa Shore is widely regarded as a versatile sports-casual watch with accessible pricing. Owners and reviewers highlight its comfortable President-style bracelet with a mix of brushed and polished finishes, and the rotatable bezel with a 60-minute aluminum insert. The dial features sunray brushing, luminous markers, and sword-style hands. While offering 100m water resistance, it is not considered a true diver's watch as it does not meet ISO certification. On balance, the Citizen Tsuyosa Shore is well-received for its lifestyle-oriented design and everyday wearability at its price point.
The value at its price point is a key strength. The integrated bracelet design is also a shared positive feature. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.
Owners widely praise the Phoibos Kraken for its excellent lume, gorgeous dial, and crisp bezel clicks, with many finding the 40mm case size ideal. The Miyota 9015 movement is noted as superior, and the case and bracelet finishing are described as improved, contributing to a solid feel at a sub-$500 price point. Some owners find the crown guard execution awkward and the hands resemble "veiny penises," while one user wishes the kraken logo was raised. The dial's appearance in natural light is a concern for one owner, who feared it might not be as color-shifting as advertised. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Kraken highly for its impressive lume, dial quality, and value.
The watch's attractive price point and retro styling are consistently praised. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.
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