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Citizen Tsuyosa AutomaticvsZelos LT Carbon

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Tsuyosa Automatic
CitizenTsuyosa Automatic
MSRP $356
LT Carbon
ZelosLT Carbon
MSRP $449

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tsuyosa Automatic40mm
LT Carbon40mm
Power Reserve
Tsuyosa Automatic42h
LT Carbon40h
Water Resistance
Tsuyosa Automatic50m
LT Carbon50m
MSRP
Tsuyosa Automatic$356
LT Carbon$449

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Thickness
12mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
40mm
Lug Width
9.1mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Forged Carbon

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Carbon

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
8210
Miyota 9133
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$356
$449

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What people say

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Citizen Tsuyosa Automatic

The Citizen Tsuyosa Automatic is widely praised for its exceptional value, with reviewers and owners alike highlighting its Japanese construction quality and impressive fit and finish for the price. Enthusiasts appreciate its versatile design and fun dial colors, while reviewers note its retro feel and emulation of vintage dress watches. The watch is powered by Citizen's caliber 8322 movement, offering a 60-hour power reserve. Criticisms include a cyclops date magnifier that some find undesirable, a bracelet that can be noisy and lacks significant tapering, and a 40mm case that wears large due to its thickness and broad lugs. One owner also found the 4 o'clock crown fiddly for winding. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Tsuyosa Automatic highly for its incredible bargain price and well-executed design.

Zelos LT Carbon

The forged carbon case construction is a standout feature, noted for its lightweight feel and distinctive pattern. The proprietary strap system limits aftermarket options. Reviewers disagree on the value proposition compared to alternatives.

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