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Citizen GarrisonvsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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Garrison
CitizenGarrison
MSRP $244
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Garrison42mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
Garrison40h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
Garrison100m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
Garrison$244
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Grey
Bronze

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
E101
Seiko NH35
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$244
$399

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What people say

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Citizen Garrison

The Citizen Garrison is widely praised as a versatile tool watch offering excellent value, with owners frequently highlighting its legibility, comfortable wear, and clean dial design. The titanium case and solar battery are noted as key features contributing to its appeal. Some owners prefer the 37mm or 38mm sizes for everyday wear and outdoor activities, while others appreciate the 43mm version for its day-date display. The included strap receives mixed reviews, with some finding it surprisingly good for the price and others preferring alternatives. On balance, owners rate the Citizen Garrison highly for its tool-like functionality and legibility at an accessible price point.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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