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Citizen GarrisonvsSternglas Taiga GMT

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Garrison
CitizenGarrison
MSRP $206
Taiga GMT
SternglasTaiga GMT
MSRP $237
What people say

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Citizen Garrison

Owners widely praise the Citizen Garrison for its excellent legibility, comfortable size for slender wrists, and impressive value at its price point. The brushed case finishing is noted as surprisingly well-done, and the green dial is a particular highlight for many. Accuracy is frequently lauded, with one owner calling it the most accurate quartz watch they've owned, and the solar battery is appreciated. However, some owners wish for a smaller case size, and opinions are split on the bracelet and strap, with some finding them comfortable and others suggesting upgrades. The day-date complication is also a point of discussion, with some preferring its integration and others desiring a cleaner dial. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Garrison highly for its legibility and value, making it a favored tool watch.

Sternglas Taiga GMT

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Taiga GMT for its finishing and value, highlighting the yellow GMT hand as a distinctive touch. However, some find the GMT markers lack legibility, and the original NATO strap is considered poorly made. The 42mm case and 52mm lug-to-lug measurement are points of contention, with some finding it too large for smaller wrists. Overall, owners appreciate the Sternglas Taiga GMT for its attractive finishing and price point, though legibility of the GMT function and case dimensions are noted as areas for improvement.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Garrison43mm
Taiga GMT42mm
Power Reserve
Garrison40h
Taiga GMT
Water Resistance
Garrison100m
Taiga GMT100m
MSRP
Garrison$206
Taiga GMT$237

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
GMT
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
7.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
52mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Grey

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
J810
Ronda 505.24H
Type
Solar
Quartz
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$206
$237
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