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Citizen The Fantastic 4: First StepsvsVario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

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The Fantastic 4: First Steps
CitizenThe Fantastic 4: First Steps
MSRP $469
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
Vario1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
MSRP $428

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Fantastic 4: First Steps39mm
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench37mm
Power Reserve
The Fantastic 4: First Steps40h
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench40h
Water Resistance
The Fantastic 4: First Steps100m
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench100m
MSRP
The Fantastic 4: First Steps$469
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench$428

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Casual
Field
Diameter
39mm
37mm
Thickness
12mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Super Titanium
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
J800
Miyota 82s5
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$469
$428

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What people say

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Citizen The Fantastic 4: First Steps

Citizen The Fantastic 4: First Steps is praised for its robust 100m water-resistant Super Titanium case and well-finished integrated design. Reviewers highlight the attractive day-date dial and the hassle-free, accurate Eco-Drive J800 movement, noting a +/-15 seconds per month accuracy and an eight-month power reserve. The 39mm case size is considered to fit tastefully on wrists around 6.5-8 inches. Some find the dial's themed indices and minutes scale challenge at-a-glance legibility. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Citizen The Fantastic 4: First Steps highly for its value and wearability, driven by its durable Super Titanium construction and reliable Eco-Drive movement.

Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is widely seen as a commemorative keepsake, particularly for those celebrating Singapore's 60th anniversary or born in 1965. Reviewers note its vibrant red enamel dial and 37mm steel case with fixed wire lugs, along with 100m water resistance. One owner reported the watch is "patina-ing well" after three years, and the Miyota 82S5 movement is considered a reliable, cost-effective base. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench as a unique souvenir and tribute piece, with its distinctive enamel dial being a key draw.

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