BY JOVAN KRSTEVSKI
Citizen, recognized for its inexpensive quartz and Eco-Drive watches, shocked watch lovers in 2021 with the Caliber 0200. This luxurious mechanical providing, a collaboration with La Joux-Perret, obtained reward for its design and craftsmanship. Now Citizen returns with the Caliber 0210, including enhancements and aiming to additional solidify its presence within the extremely aggressive mechanical watch market.
At 40mm x 11.2mmThe Caliber 0210 retains the unique’s tonneau-shaped case with sharp angles, brushed and polished surfaces, and polished accents. Whereas sustaining the sporty character, the case thickness will increase barely to accommodate the brand new date complication. The raised bezel exudes robustness, whereas essentially the most vital enchancment is the improved water resistance from 50m to 100m.
The dial has a fascinating black sand wave texture or a relaxed white cloud texture, evoking a sense of ethereal calm. With faceted markings and a striped sample, each supply distinctive depth and dynamism. The small seconds counter at 6 o’clock encompasses a delicate concentric sample. The date window at 3 o’clock matches seamlessly into the watch due to its recessed design.
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The Caliber 0210 motion, an improved model of its predecessor constructed in-house with the help of La Joux-Perret, has an influence reserve of 60 hours, exceeding the accuracy of a chronometer from -3 to +5 seconds per day and 28,800 Half oscillations per hour. The sapphire crystal again reveals the beautiful workmanship of the motion’s base, which incorporates diamond-cut bevels and polished countersinks.
The watch has an built-in stainless-steel bracelet with folding clasp. The caliber 0210 prices 8,500 euros and is scheduled to hit European markets in late summer season 2024.