[Citizen Watch Co., Ltd.] Introducing a limited edition model from the GMT model of the mechanical watch “Citizen Series Eight” *Citizen Watch Co., Ltd.*
Press release: August 27, 2024
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A limited model of the GMT model of the mechanical watch “Citizen Series Eight” is now available
*Limited model of 880 Mechanical commemorating the 100th anniversary of CITIZEN brand watch, released on September 12, 2024*
CITIZEN Series 8 880 Mechanical “CITIZEN” brand watch 100th
anniversary limited model
Citizen Watch Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Nishi-Tokyo, Tokyo / President: Toshihiko Sato
Citizen) is a mechanical watch brand with a modern sporty design that combines functionality and practicality.
A limited edition model commemorating the 100th anniversary of the CITIZEN brand watch [Suggested retail price: 275,000 yen (excluding tax)]
250,000 yen), limited to 2,200 pieces worldwide] will be released on September 12, 2024.
*Price, release date, and limited quantity are tentative.
This limited model commemorating the 100th anniversary of the CITIZEN brand watch is 880
By combining different colors of gray and blue on each part of the two-piece center case, which is a feature of Mechanical, “Citizen It expresses the charm of the case structure typical of Series Eight. The bracelet that connects to the lugless case is also a combination of gray and blue. The dial is made of white pearl shell with a blue gradation.
Equipped with Cal.9054 with GMT function, you can check up to three times by using the bidirectional rotating bezel. You can change the main time in hourly increments by moving only the hour hand without moving the minute, second, or 24-hour hands, which is convenient when traveling overseas or on business trips.
The movement is equipped with “Type 2 magnetic resistance,” which has enhanced magnetic resistance, to reduce the effect of magnetic fields emitted by smartphones, tablets, etc. on the time accuracy of the watch compared to Type 1 magnetic resistance watches. In addition, it has achieved high performance with an average daily difference of -10 to +20 seconds and a duration of about 50 hours. The case back is a see-through design that allows you to feel the heartbeat of the movement.
[Product features]
■Blue gradation white pearl dial
A white pearl dial with an impressive blue gradation.
■Design that combines gray and blue by taking advantage of the two-piece structure of the case
880
By using different colors of gray and blue for each part of the two-piece center case, which is a feature of Mechanical, the case structure is expressed attractively. The bracelet that connects to the lugless case is also a combination of gray and blue.
■Equipped with GMT function
Displays the time in the second time zone using the 24-hour hand. You can also check the time in a third time zone by using the bi-rotating bezel. You can change the main time in hourly increments by moving only the hour hand without moving the minute, second, or 24-hour hands, which is convenient when traveling overseas or on business trips.
■Movement with 2 types of magnetic resistance
In order to reduce the influence of magnetic fields emitted by smartphones, tablets, etc. on the time accuracy of the watch compared to Type 1 magnetic resistant watches, it is equipped with “Class 2 magnetic resistance”, which strengthens the movement’s magnetic resistance. In addition, it has achieved high performance with an average daily difference of -10 to +20 seconds and a duration of about 50 hours.
[Product specifications]
Brand: CITIZEN Series 8
Product name: 880 Mechanical “CITIZEN” brand watch 100th anniversary limited model
Product number: NB6036-52N
Release date: September 12, 2024
Suggested retail price: 275,000 yen (tax excluded price 250,000 yen) Limited quantity: 2,200 pieces worldwide
Case/Band: Stainless steel (plating/gray/blue color)
Dial: white pearl shell
Glass: Sapphire glass (both sides anti-reflective coating)
Case diameter/thickness: 41.0mm/13.5mm (design value)
Main functions: Cal.9054 / Automatic winding + manual winding / Accuracy: Average daily difference: -10 to +20 seconds * / Drive time approximately 50 hours (maximum winding) /
Vibration frequency: 28,800 times/hour / Number of stones: 24 stones / Calendar function / Second hand stop function / GMT function ■10 ATM water resistant ■2 types of magnetic resistant watch ■See-through back (sapphire glass) ■Luminous (hands + index) *Accuracy is measured under static conditions. Due to the
characteristics of mechanical watches, depending on the conditions under which they are used (the time the watch is worn, the posture of the watch, the movement of the arm, how the mainspring is wound, etc.), the daily difference range may be exceeded.
*1 Class 2 magnetically resistant watches have a JIS guarantee level of 16,000A/m, which is stipulated in the Japanese Industrial Standards “JISB7024 One type and performance of magnetically resistant mobile watches”
It is possible to maintain performance in most cases even when brought as close as 1cm to a magnetic field.
Citizen Watch is a manufacturer that can manufacture everything in-house, from watch parts to assembly and adjustment of finished watches, and is doing business in approximately 140 countries and regions around the world. Since its founding in 1918, “Better” Starts
Now” “No matter what time we are, as long as we think of “now” as a starting point and take action, we can constantly make something better.” Based on this belief, we started with mechanical systems and are the first in the world. We have always thought about the possibilities of watches and have continued to develop them, such as the photovoltaic technology “Eco-Drive” developed in 2013, and the most advanced satellite radio clocks. Citizen Watch will continue to open up the future of watches.
★The contents of this release are information as of the date of announcement. Product design, price, release date, specifications, etc. may be subject to change.
-For product inquiries-
Citizen Customer Watch Consultation Office Toll-free number 0120-78-4807 (Reception hours 9:30-17:30, Monday-Friday, excluding holidays)