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Citizen Series 8 890vsPhoibos Argo Bronze

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Series 8 890
CitizenSeries 8 890
MSRP $1,395
Argo Bronze
PhoibosArgo Bronze
MSRP $499

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Series 8 89042.6mm
Argo Bronze40.5mm
Power Reserve
Series 8 89042h
Argo Bronze40h
Water Resistance
Series 8 890200m
Argo Bronze200m
MSRP
Series 8 890$1,395
Argo Bronze$499

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
42.6mm
40.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Grey
Green
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9051
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,395
$499

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Citizen Series 8 890

The Citizen Series 8 890 is praised for its robust build, 200 meters of water resistance without a screw-down crown, and excellent case finishing for its price. Reviewers note the smooth action of its internal bezel, though one suggests the knurling could be more pronounced for better grip. It utilizes the caliber 9051 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve, which often performs better than Citizen's stated -10/+20 seconds per day. The watch's design is noted as borrowing from popular luxury sports watches, and its lug-to-lug measurement can make it wear large. Overall, reviewers find the Citizen Series 8 890 a compelling and robust sports watch, particularly for its finishing and water resistance capabilities.

From video reviewers

Advanced finishing techniques on the 42.6mm octagonal silver-tone stainless steel case showcase durability and elegance. The watch's textured blue dial may not appeal to everyone's taste. Reviewers disagree on whether the Citizen Series 8 890's movement (Caliber 9051) is a strong point due to differing comparisons (Grand Seiko vs. AP Royal Oak).

Phoibos Argo Bronze

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Argo Bronze for its appealing design, natural patina development, and the smooth sweep of its Miyota 9015 movement. One owner highlights the watch as a "wearable piece of art," appreciating its color combinations and overall feel. The included band is noted as a good fit for narrow wrists. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Argo Bronze highly for its aesthetic appeal and the quality of its movement.

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