And also the sapphire glass has a more pronounced domed shape which Citizen says provides a clearer, stereoscopic view of the dial. This is because the case is larger at 38.4mm instead of 37.5mm and comes with a Duratec α coating which 2 times harder than the normal Duratec coating used in the limited edition models. Interestingly, the non-limited blue dial version is more expensive by about US$375 (¥ 40,000). The regular collection features a silver hued eagle.Īnd in the permanent collection, a non-limited model in a beautiful deep blue color. The limited edition models are signified by a gold Eagle on the dial, and on the case back. The Citizen AQ4020-54Z in the bright red washi dial. Like the dark red crimson of saffron which is known by the Japanese as “Kinshiki”. In ancient times, this colour is considered very attractive, and associated with wealth. Citizen AQ4020-54X with a deep green washi dial.Īnd the 200 piece limited edition in a beautiful deep red is known as Shinku (深紅).

This is a strong deep green inspired by Japanese jade Ryokuhekigyoku. The 200 piece limited edition in a deep green is “Shenpeki” (深碧). As is the intense deep ruby red of the paper. The texture and fibres of the Japanese washi is clearly seen in this photograph. Hence the use of washi to allow light to be transmitted through the dial to reach the photovoltaic power generation eco-drive is a fitting tribute. The washi is is transluscent and allows light to filter into the room, while maintaining privacy. Since ancient times, Japanese paper has been used in the manufacture of shoji (Japanese doors, windows or room dividers consisting of translucent paper over a frame of wood which holds together a lattice of wood or bamboo).

A gold Eagle medallion also adorns the caseback.Īll three new products released this time feature a dial that expresses deep and beautiful Japanese colors with a unique texture of Japanese paper.

In Red and Green as limited editions, and in a royal blue which remains in the permanent collection with the white we reviewed.īest Quartz watches The limited edition models are marked with the Eagle mark over “Chronomaster” on the dial. For August, Citizen introduced three new models with the same washi paper dials, but now in intense, beautiful colours. Regular readers are of course familiar with our greatest admiration for The Citizen Chronomaster, which we waxed lyrical over in our full review.

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