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Citizen Tsuyosa ShorevsPhoibos Leviathan

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Tsuyosa Shore
CitizenTsuyosa Shore
MSRP $495
Leviathan
PhoibosLeviathan
MSRP $399

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tsuyosa Shore40mm
Leviathan40mm
Power Reserve
Tsuyosa Shore42h
Leviathan40h
Water Resistance
Tsuyosa Shore100m
Leviathan200m
MSRP
Tsuyosa Shore$495
Leviathan$399

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Lug Width
9mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Navy
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
8210
SII NH35
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$495
$399

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Citizen Tsuyosa Shore

The Citizen Tsuyosa Shore is widely regarded as a versatile sports-casual watch with a sunray-brushed dial, luminous hands and markers, and a 100-meter water resistance. It features a unidirectional rotating bezel with a 60-minute aluminum insert and a President-style bracelet noted for its comfort and mix of finishes. The watch is powered by the in-house automatic Calibre 8210 movement. While it offers 100m WR and a rotating bezel, it is not considered a true diver's watch as it does not meet ISO certification or tool-watch standards. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Citizen Tsuyosa Shore for its accessible pricing and everyday wearability as a lifestyle-oriented timepiece.

Phoibos Leviathan

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Leviathan for its excellent value, superb case finishing, and generous lume. The watch is described as visually striking, legible, and well-made, with a unique case design, sapphire crystal, and a comfortable FKM strap or excellent bracelet with a milled clasp and quick adjustments. Some owners note the bezel's staggered jimping can cause fingers to slip, and the beveled crystal can distort the view of indices. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting losing 5-10 seconds per day without a winder, while others state it keeps accurate time out of the box. The watch is frequently described as heavy and thick, with some owners finding it too large for wrists smaller than 7.5 inches, although newer models feature an improved clasp for better comfort and functionality. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Leviathan highly for its striking design and impressive finishing at an accessible price point.

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