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Citizen NighthawkvsYema Diver

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Nighthawk
CitizenNighthawk
MSRP $431
Diver
YemaDiver
MSRP $990
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Citizen Nighthawk

Owners widely praise the Citizen Nighthawk for its value, intricate dial with applied indices and red accents, and strong wrist presence. The Eco-Drive B877 movement is noted for its accuracy, with one owner reporting zero deviation over five days, and its ability to track dual timezones with a GMT hand. The brushed case finish and solid, attractive bracelet are also frequently highlighted. However, the mineral crystal is a consistent drawback, with multiple sources noting its reflectivity and vulnerability to scratches, especially considering the watch's price point. Some owners find the dial difficult to read in low light, the internal bezel crown position awkward, and the watch heavy. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Nighthawk highly for its striking dial and accurate Eco-Drive movement, with the mineral crystal being the most frequently cited compromise.

From video reviewers

The solar-powered Eco-Drive chronograph movement is a functional highlight. Legibility in low light conditions is a drawback.

Yema Diver

One owner reported a water ingress issue on their Yema Diver the first time it got wet in a lake, despite rinsing and inspecting the watch and bezel. Another owner notes this manual wind Yema Diver has a cool patina but is unlikely to be waterproof or gain value. Overall, owners view the Yema Diver as a fun second watch rather than an investment.

From video reviewers

The Swiss Sellita movement is a notable feature. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Nighthawk42mm
Diver39.5mm
Power Reserve
Nighthawk40h
Diver40h
Water Resistance
Nighthawk200m
Diver200m
MSRP
Nighthawk$431
Diver$990

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
42mm
39.5mm
Thickness
12mm
10.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
26mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
B612
Sellita SW200
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$431
$990
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