7 Reasons Why Citizen BN0151 is the Best Value Dive Watch

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In this upload, I discuss all the reasons why I think the Citizen BN0151-09L Eco-Drive Promaster Professional Diver is my pick for the best value Dive watch, not just the best Value dive watch under $150 or even the best Value dive watch under $200. This watch is great value for money, fantastic build quality, has some of the best watch lume. This 200m dive watch packs a lot of features for its price and its one of the keepers in my collection
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@AC_702 3 года назад

I have the BN0151 and your review is spot on. Citizen absolutely represents high Japanese quality in build and construction. Seiko makes nice watches, but how they can't get alignment correct while EVERY SINGLE CITIZEN I HAVE has ZERO ISSUES with QC. Love my Citizen watches

@skagraz 5 лет назад

Finally a nice review of a Citizen watch, i always find everywhere peoples talking about Seiko Seiko Seiko.... I got one of this, the blue version, and it's simply stunning, the materials, the design, the solar powered movement...i love it! Cheers from Italy!

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Hi Graz, I actually agree with you, I think I will Start adding some more Citizen reviews in. I also don't have the best of luck with Seiko watches as a few of the long time subs will tell you!

@gtbigdog3507 4 года назад

I have had both brands and the Citizens have much higher quality. I have the one in the video that I bought for $100

@romeo6048 3 года назад

I have the black dial and bracelet version. On the wrist, it looks more expensive than what it is and definitely punches way above its weight. An honest and quality timepiece. I take my hat off to Citizen.

@CasualWatchReviews 3 года назад

Totally agree!

@raymondrichardson6061 5 лет назад

I am delighted this watch got some love. It gets rather taken for granted, because it’s been around unchanged for a while. It is a classic. Simply the best movement, bulletproof, no service issues, accurate, simply pick up and go. Yes the stock strap is a bit crap, and no ceramic bezel, but streets, ahead of the SKX. Good call Sam.

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Hey Ray! I had to give it some love, I just has the third Seiko I owned go wrong so I think Citizen deserves more shouting about!

@udin737 5 лет назад

Citizen and Casio are the best value for money watches. Great video.

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

I think Citizen certainly deserves some more love and exposure on RU-vid, I think the quality of this is great! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!

@brianbuchert6382 4 года назад

Udin737 I couldn’t agree Moore! I own this citizen and 4 casios 4 being G-Shocks these two brands deserve more respect!

@junevon1738 4 года назад

and Seik too, Mr. udin

@gr8990 4 года назад

I’ve had this watch for a few years, and it’s still my favourite. Dress it up, dress it down, beat it like a rented mule, and it’s still awesome.

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

Its needed some love this one!

@Dixon825 Год назад

I have an automatic SRPD, the younger brother of SKX and I bought this Citizen (black version) 2 weeks ago. Although I got some compliments for the Seiko, it loses time like crazy - 5 minutes in just a few days. I prefer the Citizen any day. Also a surprising nice weight, for a quartz movement. Great review!

@edwardkeeter762 Месяц назад

I have the BN0151 and also a Helm Vanuatu, and I think they are both the best value-for-money dive watches that you can get at any price. The Citizen is the better grab-and-go, GADA watch thanks to being quartz/eco-drive and a lot smaller and lighter, but the Vanuatu is an over-engineered beast of a spec-monster with the added fun factor of being an automatic. I am super-happy with both purchases.

@mediastarguest 3 года назад

I agree with your review. I have this watch and have used it regularly at the beach and at the pool. Unbeatable value. Very sharp, lots of presence, wears really handy and very comfortable too. It compares very favourably with my Swiss made Raymond Weil diver which is priced up at three or four times as much. Many people compare this Citizen to Seiko's SKX - I prefer the Citizen, however. I'm thinking about buying another one though it would be the upgrade in the range: the Citizen "Fugu" 200m diver, which has an automatic movement and is obviously more expensive although hopefully sub-500 euro.

@kevinblythe2192 2 года назад

I had a Seiko SKX for 8 years but it always kept poor time so the ownership experience for me was poor. Currently have a Loyal Scuba Professional 500M quartz but I like the ProMaster Diver because being solar means no removal of back plate for battery changes. It really seems to be a bulletproof design with the added benefit of no expensive water pressure test every few years because there is no battery to change out.

@aprilcain9208 4 года назад

Love citizen divers, have 2. This one is the next one on my list. Thanks for giving Citizen some love. I wish more reviewers would. They are great watches.

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

Hey, really appreciate you watching. Yes I have another citizen upload in the works!

@MichaelJMalloy 5 лет назад

I usually don’t buy watches based on RU-vid reviews...but at $138 there isn’t much risk there, I bought a black one 2 days ago and I am extremely pleased! I have some expensive watches and wanted a watch that I could take to the beach and not worry about..I’m finding that I don’t want to take the damn thing off! Totally agree with your review.

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Hey Michael, as you can see this is also my beach watch. Its a bargain watch. I usually review mechanical watches but this one deserves some real love, the build quality is there. One important question I have to ask... what do you think of the scuba tank? I may be on my own but I don't love it. I would have preferred a watch roll maybe.

@MichaelJMalloy 5 лет назад

The Casual Watch Reviewer I have a bunch of watch rolls, so for me I thinks it’s cool...it’s currently housing my Yema Superman Heritage.

@MichaelJMalloy 5 лет назад

Too add to that...if Citizen made the BN0150 with a Miyota 9015, sapphire crystal and ceramic bezel I’d buy that one too lol

@fl1431 5 лет назад

I have this watch since June, 2019. One of my favorite watch that I wear it everyday. I also put it under the sun everyday for a couple of hours to charge the battery. I swapped the original blue strap with a navy blue NATO strap, paid only $138CAD from Amazon Canada.

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Hey Fred, it is bargain this watch. I don't leave mine in the sun all that much so hopefully its getting enough charge. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!

@fl1431 5 лет назад

@@CasualWatchReviews you‘re welcome. This watch deserves a good review. I find it better than Seiko SKX007 and there is nothing wrong with a good and reliable quartz watch. Ideally if the watch has a full 11 hours charge under the sun, it should last for 6 months. Charging this watch has become my daily routine. I am sure as long as you charge it once a while for a few hours, it‘ll be totally fine.

@brianbuchert6382 4 года назад

F L I’ve had mine for many months close to a year and have never put it under sunlight except when I’m wearing it and it is in my rotation of a cpl dozen different watches! It’s never gotten low on power it gets charged under the lamp on my table in my man cave lol

@jrod1995 Год назад

I just bought the blue model of this watch. Absolutely love it! Number 2 in a 12 watch rotation including invicta chronograph (my number 3 watch) up to my 1996 submariner (my number 1) I love the eco drive and the style and holds time very well.

@grumpyoldman2380 5 лет назад

This video is spot on!! There are way too many "desk divers" that are in fashion but this watch is an actual dive watch that is a statement piece. Great video! And by the way, that grey strap on it looks great on it!

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for commenting over the last few moths. Yes its a steal this watch at $138!

@tods.9947 5 лет назад

Citizen is the Best Buy with their Eco-drive technology in the quartz category. I think they are better than Seiko in a number of categories in the solar quartz offerings.

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Hey Tod, I really agree with you there, the build quality of this watch is really well executed!

@didierd.tourne5835 4 года назад

Prospex solar are not bad also !!!! ;) www.seikowatches.com/fr-fr/products/prospex/sne437p1 mine...but the Citizen BN0151 will be mine as soon as possible, i love it !!!!

@didierd.tourne5835 4 года назад

For information V157 solar Seiko Prospex SNE437 P1 diver.... Thanks for your good review....my future purchase !!! in blue

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

didier d.tourne hey just wanted to jump in the comments and thank you for sharing that detail! Glad you liked the review!

@brianbuchert6382 4 года назад

didier d.tourne I have one in blue and it’s amazing!! Did you happen to buy one yet or still looking?

@PortugalCarp 4 года назад

Thanks for the video. I've been spying this watch for some time now. It's an all round practical watch, I think it has one of the most readable faces.

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

Yep I'm a big fan of this watch you, it has so much going for it!

@jsmith1649 Год назад

Nice job on your video. Couldn’t agree more with everything you said in this video, including the “strap monster” part. I’ve worn mine on several different straps, including blue and orange dive straps from Borealis (great straps BTW). Waiting on what looks to be a great aftermarket bracelet fromnLong Island Watch. I’m pretty sure I’ve spent morfe on straps for this watch than on the original watch!

@spencerlush3056 4 года назад

Nice, Sam. These have been on my radar for a while. They look super comfortable

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

They are really light also, I have mine either on that elastic strap or the rubber WatchGeko zuludiver strap

@baldrick2352 4 года назад

I have the black version (BN150) with the bracelet and 4 mechanical Seikos which I really like; however, I always end up with the Citizen on my wrist because of it's accuracy and the only time I have to adjust it is when the month has less than 31 days. I have a Citizen with a perpetual calendar, but the BN150 is the favourite. Having said that, the blue looks pretty good. I like your choice of straps.

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

Thanks for watching. Its a ‘zulu diver’ one from WatchGecko, I really like it

@RM-pg4js 4 года назад

I owe one and i love it..my freind borrowed to diving a few times and he told me this watch is simply amazing down there in the deep blue..he just bought 2..the blue and the black version..hes coveting the Aqua. Great Video brother

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

Oh thats cool, I wonder if he took any photos of it when he was diving!

@shawnvegavelez121 5 лет назад

Great video. I've never seen or heard of this piece, but I'll keep my eyes open for one.

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Hi Shawn, yes it deserves a bit more love this watch, I think I will try and mix in the odd citizen review because they do make a quality watch!

@rafaelozanotria Год назад

Totally agree. I have this one and Ecozilla. It’s all about build quality. They are always reliable machines you can always trust in. And they deserve the word Professional (most of them are ISO 6245 rated) much mor than overpriced brands like Tag Heuer whose doesn’t worth it.

@Hipnosis65 Год назад

I have the exact model and added a great bracelet from Long Island Watch. Great review, great watch.

@alexandredeoliveirapenna198 4 года назад

Thanks for the video. I was looking for a REAL dive, not new "5kx" seikos, and found your video. Very useful, now i have no doubt which watch i will buy. Regards!

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

Yes I love mine, still in the collection

@rev.waynet.oleary7387 4 года назад

What a clear simple review... clear points and conclusion. Very good. No toff tosh here..

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

Hey Wayne, appreciate that and thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

@morastraps3525 5 лет назад

Great review Sam. This one is pretty hard to beat for the price.

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Hey Ben, yes I totally agree actually, a steal at $138

@malakisands8180 Год назад

As a early Birthday present my wife gave me the Blue BN0151 and I have to say spot on with the review. I was on the fence between the eco drive or a $500 Fugu Automatic Citizen. For me the eco drive is a put on the watch and go. I hadn’t come across a bad review. Many people have brought up about Why is there not a Sapphire Crystal option. Citizen in their research found that the time is more legible with the mineral crystal when diving. They do have some of their watches with that Crystal used. Do I like my watch? Yes, for functionality my use will be multi for I am learning to scuba dive.

@Graymanone Месяц назад

I just added two Citizens to my collection and will say are my favorite watches they are the Promaster Eco-Drive and the Promaster Marine. Neither of them came with the dive tables on the strap which I would have liked. Paid $248 for the Eco and $202 for the Marine on Amazon. "Inflation" Either way I'm happy with these watches.

@Kwr34538 11 месяцев назад

Citizen make great quality watches ! I've had my Citizen 300m titanium dive watch Royal marine Commandos limited edition ! 10 year...not 1 single problem and one +13 seconds in 5 months !!!!!

@jayskywalker5049 2 года назад

Been eyeing it for a while I finally pulled the trigger on the black one from Amazon on black Friday for 160 now there 250 it says it's 44 but it fits like a 42

@Joesze46709394 11 месяцев назад

I have a lot of luxury mechanical watches but I still purchased one which is Made in Japan in very cheap price in Osaka, japan, just 26700 Yen which I think it beats all of my Rolex and Omega

@NickNick-id8sb Год назад

In January 2023 your video is still 100% relevant. It's still one of the best divers in the market. There is a new variation. The case has a gun metal colour and the dial and bezel are green. There are also aftermarket options if you want to upgrade the bracelet or strap. Buying this watch is still a no brainer in 2023. Great video. Happy New year!

@CasualWatchReviews Год назад

Happy New Year Nick, I still think this is a great watch, totally agree! I will check that new one out!

@carlosm4870 4 года назад

Got it, love it, wear it daily. Highly recommend Citizen Eco-Drive. An absolute must have in your watch collection. There are more Citizen watches in my future.

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

Hey Carlos, there were more in my future after this one! I think citizen is one of the best quartz makers out there.

@FiremanFrach 4 месяца назад

I just bought on off eBay. I can’t wait to get it.

@markymarknj Год назад

I'm late to the party here, but I just ordered one of these watches. I own six other Citzen watches, so I'm a fan of the brand. I also know what a value Citizen watches represent. This review makes me feel even better about my purchase. Thank you!

@cowboyswami2017 4 года назад

I love it. Great watch

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

I think its a great value for money, thats why it needed some love on RU-vid

@OneTalaw 4 года назад

Great review of this solar eco drive dive watch. I own the world-time version (not a diver) it is the most accurate timepiece I’ve ever owned, this diver with its accuracy with solar power and you have a tough, durable, stylish, accurate, versatile timepiece at a very affordable price. What else can you ask for......a daily use watch?...it can be that too.

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

I totally agree, thanks for watching!

@mikeloshak6772 3 года назад

I just bought the black model and I love it, feels great, looks great, does what it's supposed to do with no fuss, top quality materials, design and build.

@CasualWatchReviews 3 года назад

Yep its a great watch!

@Dahla63 5 лет назад

Yes this is a wunderbar watch! I have the blue one and the black dial versions. Just subscribed to you channel. Sorry about eventually bad english as I'm living in sweden.

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Your English sounds better than mine. Wunderbar is one of those words that transcends the German language like Uber! Thanks for watching!

@jefferyneu3915 4 года назад

I don’t have that model, but do have a couple of others. That one is a winner!

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

Hey Jeffrey, I just uploaded another Citizen video about an hour ago you may like ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-EwSkn8n5D9c.html

@MM-jn9ts 4 года назад

Couldn't agree more. Got one from my brother as a gift. Never woulda bought one myself but it's become my daily watch, over far more expensive pieces.

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

Citizen really go a good job of their quartz watches I think

@itsallrobbish 4 года назад

A great video, really well presented in a clear and concise manner. I love Seiko and like many others, I have the classic SKX, but it seems a shame that they take their eye off the ball with attention to detail with chapter rings etc. Citizen always seem to punch above their weight and perhaps don’t get the recognition in watch enthusiast circles. I guess they get the last laugh in pure sales quantities, though. I have been looking at this model over the past few weeks though, as they get such great reviews. I suppose I’ll just have to pull the trigger on this one and add it to my collection. Thanks again for a great video.

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

Hi Robert, glad you enjoyed it and thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. I think this watch represents a great value for money. I agree more love needs to be given to citizen. I have another upload planned

@Taragaca 5 лет назад

I own the black one and the SKX09 and I love them both. Size vise on the wrist they look and wear the same. The BN0150 is just a grab and go watch, the SKX not so much ;-) and as you stated it looks awesome on every strap, Nato, rubber or bracelet. And it's a real tool watch. Great review!

@arodiramirezrmz4546 4 года назад

That's right!!! Always on time and ticking thanks to the Eco-Drive... And ready for anything too,

@paulbrady701 5 лет назад

Hi Sam excellent review as usual and all the better it’s an affordable quality time piece and it’s a no brainer at that price.Its a good looking watch and I’d be drawn to it by the accuracy that you can get from it.👍🏻

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Hi Paul, yes its a lot of watch for the money, I have had it a few months not and its my regular gym and grab and go watch!

@arodiramirezrmz4546 4 года назад

I got the blue, my girlfriend the black, the most reliable watches; always on time and ready to hit the adventure!!! A watch you enjoy wearing it and not afraid to get it beat up a lil bit

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

I think its a great value for money honestly, thats why it needed some love on RU-vid. I have another citizen watch upload in the works

@arodiramirezrmz4546 4 года назад

@@CasualWatchReviews true, Citizen offers a lot of value for the money and they have some very interesting technology like radio controlled watches or satellite controlled watches; you can find some interesting topics there too👍🏽✌🏽

@captainkirk9300 Месяц назад

I bought the gold and black version. Love it, but not the second hand hitting dead center between indices 😒 Good news is Citizen has been really good to try and get it fixed. We'll see how it comes back? They agreed the second hand should align with the indices. No questions asked.

@JumpingWatermelons 2 года назад

I compared one of these in a store vs various Solar Quartz Seikos.. This costs less than all the Seikos but the quality seems every bit as good (and in the case of the Bezel, significantly better)

@brianbuchert6382 4 года назад

I have this model in the blue I especially like the stock band I just think it adds to the character of the watch! However I think the nato strap looks very good to I get compliments from strangers when I wear it it’s my favorite watch in my collection!

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

Hi Brain, thats cool, I have never worn it on the stock strap but it does look cool. Tanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

@ajones4064 5 лет назад

Great review! I just purchased this watch a month ago and simply love it!! As you said....it is a HUGE bargain, and lets not forget the #8 reason to buy this watch.........the awesome & unique Scuba Tank watch case that this baby comes in!! Thanks for sharing!!!!

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Hey, I have something to admit here and I'm almost ashamed to say it... I didnt love the scuba tank. With the exception of my watch addiction everything else I like to keep tidy and its hard to store that thing. But it does look cool!

@ajones4064 5 лет назад

@@CasualWatchReviews Heh, heh...you're right about the awkwardness of the tank and finding a place for it amongst your displays. My wife saw it and asked what the heck that thing was!! It stood out from my other watches and cases on display. After I showed her what it was and how it worked, she actually liked it too. Since then, several other friends and family have been drawn to it just because it does dare to be different....and begs the question every time....."What the heck is that thing????" :)

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

A Jones well I just ordered another citizen. I think that one comes in the tank (gave the last one away) I will put it on the shelf in the living room and see what happens and report back!

@watchroll3310 5 лет назад

You are absolutely right. I agree

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Yep a great watch for the price!

@moshonvahav 4 года назад

Great video. Great watch. I ordered one from jomashop in new york (150 us dollar)all the way to israel a few years ago. Very pleased. It just had a sapphir cristal that was perfect ......

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

Yep it really is a great watch, you will be very happy!

@danbel34 5 лет назад

I have that watch too and I think its great.

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Its a bargain this watch so had to give it some youtube love!

@stephencharlton2024 3 года назад

Excellent.... mine is also a keeper!.. I have now subscribed on the basis of this review. my best regards

@CasualWatchReviews 3 года назад

Oh thanks Stephen, welcome to the channel!

@darrenmicallef5186 2 года назад

I have the same watch but the green hulk version love it!!

@kleist229 Месяц назад

I have 7 watches and the Citizen Promaster has the best lume ✨🥇

@bobrichards6696 3 года назад

Great watch 😃👍

@CasualWatchReviews 3 года назад

Totally agree!

@jeeperspeepers8323 5 лет назад

Purchased mine for $90 during an Amazon deal-of -the- day promotion. Great purchase even at $138, which is the regular price on Amazon. Go for it!

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Hi Charles, I saw that on amazon prime day and considered buying the black one, what a great deal. Probably the best watch deal they had on prime day!

@glennsak 4 года назад

Just ordered one for $89 today on Amazon's Black Friday.

@robertwhitcomb6105 Год назад

Recently bought the green bezel version. Still have it on the original strap. Excellent features and affordable!

@CasualWatchReviews Год назад

Yep, looks cool that green one!

@garyp432 5 лет назад

I agree it's a very good dive watch.

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Hey Gary, yep I agree, needs a bit more love on youtube this watch!

@salspec3381 4 года назад

I have the blue version. It's gets more wrist time than the other watches in my collection. I put it on a blue Borealis rubber diver's strap and it's supercomfortable to wear. I really like the silver borders around the number markers and the overall thin profile of this watch. I also like the shape of the bezel. It doesn't get caught on things like a conventional bezel would. My only complaint is I wish the date window was a touch larger.

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

Hi Sal, appreciate you watching. I think the strap change was a good idea, I was not a massive fan of the included one!

@brianbuchert6382 4 года назад

I agree I had to have the wife read the date on mine to see if it needed adjusted lol and that’s on brand new contact lenses lol

@user-jv6gn5pr1c Год назад

Great video what is the name of the blue band you like and where can I get it

@liamvisser01 5 лет назад

Lovely watch! Citizen is underrated!

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

I agree, I’m going to try and review more citizens watches on the channel. Thanks for watching Liam!

@liamvisser01 5 лет назад

@@CasualWatchReviews appreciate it!

@marioaquilina248 4 года назад

I own the black version,and yes,it's just superb.

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

Yep, a great all round watch!

@gusthesailor4885 3 года назад

I own the same one but with a metal bracelet (original Cityzen) and indeed it's a very good watch and accurate (+ 2s/month) and fantastic lume

@CasualWatchReviews 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing

@herbmerced7780 4 года назад

Coincidence....I was looking at a Citizens AT8020-54LBlue Angel Angel today....I’m really impressed with them....agreed....good quality....as you I prefer an auto or mech....but would consider an eco drive....great review as usual....

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

Yep I really like what citizen are doing, they quality is there for sure. I actually bought another eco drive watch I will review soon.

@Cville2347 5 лет назад

I have the blue version on a Strapcode bracelet. I love it. It is a great watch!

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Hey! Is there a strapcode metal bracelet that fits this watch? I would get one for mine if there is!

@Cville2347 4 года назад

The Casual Watch Reviewer I ordered the STRAPCODE 20MM SUPER-O "BOYER" WATCH BAND WITH STRAIGHT ENDS for my Citizen from Long Island Watch.

@drwindsurf 5 лет назад

Such a timely video Sam. With Seiko dropping the SKX, I think you can easily argue that this is the best value diver available. This diver has always looked chunky to me but you are making me take another look at this watch. Thank you Sam :)

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Hey Jeffrey, its so thin and light for a dive watch I don't think you can go wrong with it honestly, and the build quality is really great

@drwindsurf 5 лет назад

@@CasualWatchReviews I will start looking for one in the new year (I promised my wife I wouldn't buy anymore watches this year when bought the PO) I really like the pop of orange in yours :)

@Mr.M1STER 3 года назад

I just bought one of these and waiting for it to arrive. I've been looking for a nice quartz watch that has good second hand alignment with the second markers. I've heard quite a few people including yourself say that the alignment is great on these. I will be pissed if mine arrives and the alignment is off.

@andromedagodit2492 2 года назад

Hi Sam. Sorry to visit your video so late. I've been looking at some Seiko watches n I honestly can't get over their quality issues in spite of their rather stiff prices... Thanks for bringing Citizen into the picture. 😁 Who said that good quality watches are only expensive ones? 😊 Great video there! 👍😊

@CasualWatchReviews 2 года назад

Not me 😂 this one is great value

@andromedagodit2492 2 года назад

@@CasualWatchReviews Totally. 😁

@MT-gl7ln 4 года назад

Nice review, Please could you tell me where you purchased the gray marine nationale strap.

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

Hey, I need to create a video on it. I purchased it from a wholesaler on alibaba along with a few other straps

@RonBrumleve 4 года назад

I like this watch and considered getting it, but I liked the look and eventually bought instead a Citizen BN0191-55L - also a good value dive watch.

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

I also have this one in the grey, I’m wearing it now in vegas if you check out my instagram.

@StevenMRSenior Год назад

I bought this watch a couple of weeks ago. I paid £156 brand new. I have never seen it as cheap as you say in uk. I also own an aqualand. This is a brilliant watch to wear and has become my daily wearer.

@howyduinyall7653 5 месяцев назад

Hi, is there any still available?

@yaaxarr8977 2 года назад

This past Black Friday founded it for about $155 usd and immediately pulled the trigger ... just waiting for this bad boy in blue color. Ty for your honest 7 reasons to keep it. Cheers mate !

@CasualWatchReviews 2 года назад

Great pickup, you will love it I’m sure

@yaaxarr8977 2 года назад

@@CasualWatchReviews t u !

@shaneschambach932 2 года назад

Great! Do you like this particular design better than the BN0191-55L? I am trying to decide which one to pick.

@iangrant8024 5 лет назад

Great video and appreciate you sharing this somewhat unknow diver. 👍

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Hi Ian, I had it a while but never created a proper review, I tried to mix it up and do this style of upload. I think this watch is a bargain!

@iangrant8024 5 лет назад

@@CasualWatchReviews Thanks Sam. Nice to see you breaking the mould. There are to many guys out there reviewing the same thing. There are so many great watches that fly below the radar..... Although most of us love mechanical and automatic movements, there are some amazing quartz variations out there that need some airtime. ⌚

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Ian Grant agreed, I bought another citizen the other day so I will mix that review in to some of the upcoming ones

@brianbuchert6382 4 года назад

I have this watch in blue and I love it! I have an automatic watch also but I prefer the reliability of the quartz movement this is one sweet watch!

@BushCampingTools 4 года назад

yeah i have the model before this one, slightly slimmer, with the 7878 Eco Drive movement and it was a great scuba watch (bezel wore out after 20 odd years of rotating in murky waters LOL), Now own the 300m BN 0176-08E and if it lasts like my previous one then I'll be very pleased with it. Much bigger format of course. 200M was overkill but 300 like wow. PS I subbed too.

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

Oh I keep eyeing up the BN 0176-08E, would you be interested in doing a collab? maybe an 'outdoor' watch one?

@jasonkeith1725 4 года назад

Nicely done. I have this watch and love it. I like it when reviewers call out the Seiko fanboys. They go on about the history of the SKX. All I can say is this Citizen was used by both the British and Italian militaries, that is what I call heritage. Lastly, it is solar. How cool is that!

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

Hi Jason, I agree the quality is there with citizen, hopefully I was not trying to call out the seiko fans, but personally I have had a few seiko watches go wrong and I'm not the only one. Appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment!

@gregalonzo747 4 года назад

@@CasualWatchReviews I just appreciate it when reviewers point out Seiko's lack of quality control. I hate when they try to make excuses. Sometimes their rationale borders on nonsense.

@jasonkeith1725 4 года назад

@@gregalonzo747 m point exactly.

@kjellbergvall4605 9 месяцев назад

Try it with a steel meshstrap..its gorgeous with that and it looks like its ment to be👍

@surfitli 5 лет назад

This is really a great watch. I thought of getting the black dial, the BN0150, but I wanted the bracelet version, which are rare and double the price. I might still get the rubber strap Version it I can get it real cheap. I have 1Citizen, - NY-0080, one of the Fubu Models for the Asian Market. I very nice watch, basically an updated NY-0040. There is a premium for them because it is not a USA model. It is a really cool watch with no QC issues. It has a basic automatic movement which th no hacking.

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Hey, I think the NY-0040 is closest to the ones the military used if I'm not mistaken. It would be cool to compare the two.

@JorgeGee713 5 лет назад

100% agree, at 130-150sh is still.a great value. I got mine new for $90sh on Amazon Prime day, steal at that price point!

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Hey Jorge, you got a bargain there, I even considered buying the black version on prime day, probably the best watch related deal they had that day!

@gtbigdog3507 4 года назад

So did I. I love this watch

@Anirossa Год назад

Love my seiko solar diver and automatic citizen promaster, 16 inch wrist and 42mm somehow does not look strange or bother me at all... got a 42mm tissot chrono that is way too big for me, diameter really is a pure way to describe the accual size of a watch.

@sbsb4995 4 года назад

Citizen is leaps and leaps ahead of Seiko.

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

I think your right, certainly on the Quartz side and the quality is there.

@paulbalcom800 4 года назад

True, but Seiko still has the tradition.

@brianbuchert6382 4 года назад

Citizen wins hands down over seiko! ALTHOUGH having said that an seiko skx is on my list to get soon!

@junevon1738 4 года назад

nope

@kenweller2032 3 года назад

I picked up the black version Black Friday 2019 at that sub-$100 price. Great!! I have it on a Watch Steward band (similar to Marine Nationale). It runs about 1.5 seconds fast- per MONTH!! Each time change, I set it a few seconds slow and it's a few seconds fast at the next change. Sapphire crystal would be nice, but no scratches yet, knock on wood. The bezel insert has some wear that just adds character to this utilitarian piece. If it gets really bad I'll replace with ceramic.

@CasualWatchReviews 3 года назад

Hey Ken! Yep its a great watch, glad your still loving yours

@mr.smitty4359 5 лет назад

You need a good quartz watch to keep time on audio automatics...

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Yes I agree, I'm a big fan of this watch a lot of watch for the money!

@samtapia5616 3 года назад

Agreed, my regulator is an eco drive citizen. 2 seconds a month.

2 года назад

I'm fighting the urge to buy this watch. I already have 3 citizen watches (1 automatic and 2 aqualand eco drives). I'm not a watch collector but I'm a citizen watch fan. All my watches are black so this blue one would be my first. Maybe I'll get this on black Friday if the price is tempting enough.

@CasualWatchReviews 2 года назад

I think the blue is the best version!

@user-gr3rk6ur2p 5 лет назад

great review thank you 8/27/2019

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment (also 8/27/2019)

@TinBin-Craig 5 лет назад

brill watch i have the blue version and i love it.... cheers brill review...

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Hey Craig, its a great deal this watch. I have had mine for a while but never given it any love on the channel really!

@TinBin-Craig 5 лет назад

u have now lol.... i got mine in 2018 just over year ive had it and still loving it...

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

It actually inspired me to get another Citizen. I have no luck with seiko mechanical watches so I thought a slightly more dressier diver would be cool. Opted for the BN0198-56H I will review when it comes in

@TinBin-Craig 5 лет назад

same here gone off seiko bort a few over years just been bad time keeping as for BN0198-56H that looks cool i like cheers

@brianbuchert6382 3 года назад

I’ve owned this watch in blue for 2 years and I’m absolutely in love with it! I’m looking to change the look slightly with maybe some black rubber waffle straps. Has anyone else done this to their citizen?

@CasualWatchReviews 3 года назад

Highly recommend you check out uncle seiko for a waffle. This watch will look great on a waffle strap. Watchgecko also have a blue waffle that may pair well

@stephentaylor6320 5 лет назад

A great value watch.

@CasualWatchReviews 5 лет назад

Yep, totally agree!

@phiraphonnabangchang2911 2 года назад

Perfect

@johannesTMP 8 месяцев назад

have a green one, love it, only thing is the aluminium bezel, it nicks realy fast, its just to soft

@MichaelAguila 4 года назад

Good call double-checking the seven fingers! 😂😂😂

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

You can never be too careful when counting using your fingers... I think your only the second person to get that little joke... I need to make them more obvious next time 😄

@keith1168 4 года назад

What was the strap that you changed too? It looks awesome...

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

One was a watch Gecko ZuluDiver strap and the other grey was a marine nationale style strap form ebay I think

@deltatango2581 2 года назад

I got mine through work, so therefore paid nada lol. However I have had it about 7yrs so far and only recently had to replace the strap. I have had zero issues with reliability and would recommend it to anyone. Love the band...have a link for it?

@CasualWatchReviews 2 года назад

Cool, thanks for commenting. The strap is this one here. Expensive but well worth it www.watchgecko.com/zuludiver-400-italian-rubber-drivers-watch-strap?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI-43_hMfU8gIVDIaGCh31hw51EAQYAiABEgK1q_D_BwE

@Hriskataaa 10 месяцев назад

the watch is so good, I bought a second one in green... now I feel guilty when wearing one of them, while the other waits at home neglected... dont repeat my mistake!

@M3LTUP 4 года назад

This Citizen may be the #1 value now that the SKX007 is dead.

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

I prefer it over the SKX, had a fair few issues with my one before I sold it.

@junevon1738 4 года назад

not really, long and behole, not dead Thanks G-d!

@petervernelen6784 2 года назад

Thx for the video 👍 can I ask what your wrist size is? I got a 7.3 inch wrist and in doubt to get this one or the Seiko prospect solar SNE551P1, as for the Citizen the strap needs to go though I reckon a nice two piece nato or a more refined rubber strap is the way to go.

@CasualWatchReviews 2 года назад

Hey Peter, I usually mention it so sorry if it’s not in here. Mine is 7.2 inch

@kenamaro3942 9 месяцев назад

Guess im a bit late here. I have the BNO 150 on my wrist as i write. Its a cool watch and built like a tank. Im not a diver i just like the look and i like the knowledge that theres almost nothing i can do during my normal activities that will damnage this watch.

@CasualWatchReviews 9 месяцев назад

Maybe a few years since the upload but the watch is still one of the best!

@milanzivkovic7488 4 года назад

Hello there,great review,just tell me please how long does lume last hours i hope

@CasualWatchReviews 4 года назад

Hey, thanks for watching... you wont be disappointed with the lume, it lasts a while. What do you need the watch to do, is it primarily for being visible in the dark? Honestly though if you need a watch for visibility all night, you may want to consider a G-Shock or a watch that has tritium tubes in it like a Ball or Marathon watch.

@milanzivkovic7488 4 года назад

@@CasualWatchReviews Thanky for responding i work at night and i like analog watches so i need lume to last 4 to 6 hours.G shocks are to big and clumsy.Thx anyway.😁

@tattoodude232 Год назад

Just picked up the Green one of this watch for £112.50, spent £25 on a nice Nato Strap, very happy for what I paid, I know its not a Rolex but the price was nowhere near one.

@howyduinyall7653 5 месяцев назад

Is there any left?