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Citizen Series 8 870vsPraesidus Neptune 44

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Series 8 870
CitizenSeries 8 870
MSRP $1,595
Neptune 44
PraesidusNeptune 44
MSRP $550

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Series 8 87040.8mm
Neptune 4444mm
Power Reserve
Series 8 87050h
Neptune 4440h
Water Resistance
Series 8 870100m
Neptune 44200m
MSRP
Series 8 870$1,595
Neptune 44$550

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
40.8mm
44mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
11mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Grey
Patina

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
0950
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
50h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,595
$550

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What people say

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Citizen Series 8 870

The Citizen Series 8 870 is praised for its sharp 40mm steel case with unique bezel construction and a glossy dial featuring finely brushed and polished applied hour markers. It is powered by the in-house caliber 0950 automatic movement, which operates at 4Hz and offers a 50-hour power reserve with enhanced magnetic resistance. The limited edition features a black Duratect DLC coated case, a carbon fiber dial, and is regulated to -5/+10 seconds per day. On balance, reviewers highlight the Series 8 870's distinctive case finishing and the robust in-house movement as key strengths.

Praesidus Neptune 44

The dial details and historical elements, including fragments from Iwo Jima battlefield relics, are praised. The bracelet exhibits rattle. Reviewers disagree on the use of faux patina on the dial.

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