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Explore new, exciting depths with this men's Eco-Drive 200 Meter dive timepiece. Equipped with large stainless case, black canvas strap, and boldly luminous hands and oversized numbers, you'll be able to easily read the time whether you're diving deep into the sea or relaxing next to the pool. Additional features include a three-hand function, date indicator window, non-reflective crystal, screw-back case and screw-down crown.
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Would just like to give my basic thoughts on this watch. I just received today and overall, think it's a great watch. I traded down, I suppose, from the Citizen Skyhawk black eagle. Which has an unforgiving rubber wristband. But this is about the Citizen Eco-Drive Canvas Watch #BM6400-00E.
First off, I love the visibility. The contrast of white on black with the large numbers make this watch very easy to read. The numbers are just a bit too large for my liking, but I knew that going into it and it's something that doesn't bother me too much. The ease of reading the watch at first glance more than makes up for the large numbers. The case is very solid and seems durable. It just has that quality feel without being too heavy. Another plus is the flat crystal. Much better than a convex crystal which are prone to glare. Even though I'm no diver, I really like the fact this watch is 200 meter water resistant and I love the screw down crown. This watch is outstanding at night. The numbers are very bright and easy to read. The canvas band is not as uncomfortable as I thought it would be. I have ordered a leather band and will probably get one of those Martac straps I've seen in many Citizen watch pictures. And of course the eco-drive is a huge plus. I doubt I will never own another watch other than a Citizen eco-drive.
I'm not going to be as picky as to try measuring the movement of the second hand and how they line up with the minutes. That's just not a concern of mine and it seems to work great in that regard. I only have a couple of complaints that, had I known, I may have considered a different watch.
First the crystal is raised slightly above the bezel. I anticipate some dings and scratches on the crystal from bumping into things. Second, after wearing the watch for nearly a day now, the hands seem too small for the numbers. I would have preferred this watch to have slightly larger hands (hour, minute and second). I think it would complement the watch much better.
My only other complaint is the date. Unlike another review I read, I do not think the date is easier to read 'in person'. In fact, I struggle a bit to read the date. This is a huge problem indoors or in low light because the date is sunken down considerably and the face casts a shadow making it that much more difficult to read. Design-wise, I would have preferred the entire '3' spot being taken up by a slightly larger date. The date is the only reason I did not give this watch 5 stars.
For my tastes, I would like to see the BM8180-03E and this watch (BM6400-00E) merge into a style that has the case diameter and band width of the BM6400-00E and the face of the BM8180-03E. I did not purchase the BM8180-03E because I prefer a wider band and a slightly larger case diameter.
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Great watch, average date function, sucky band - D. Bosch - Newport, RI
Watch - 5 stars. Really sharp looking in person. I love being able to see what time it is first thing in the a.m. and it keeps great time. Only thing is I'm now I catch myself holding my arm at wierd angles so it charges on available light or sunlight beams.
Date - 4 stars. Why make such big numbers/hands and then stick in such a painfully small date window? They should use the one from the BM8180-03E. If the date's important to you, get a different watch.
Band - 3 stars. Agree with many that it sux after wearing it for a couple weeks. Gromets on the strap (vice holes) mean fewer size options; I'm between sizes - either too tight or too loose. The big steel keeper (or whatever you call it) for the band is in the way. I already ordered a tropic-style italian rubber watch band to replace it, which - by the way - was also a hassle because the band width for this is 21mm wide. Most bands this style are 20mm or 22mm.
So, it gets 4 stars overall. Not in love, but best friends maybe. And if it makes Al Gore happy, I'm happy.
Style, Simplicity and Function - G. Harper - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania United States
I do love this watch. It keeps excellent time and never needs to be wound since it's an Eco-Drive. (I've had another Eco-Drive Citizen for over 10 years and it hasn't stopped once and keeps good time.) Mostly, I love the look of this watch. It's simple and functional. Easy to read large numerals without looking like an old lady's watch. Very retro chic, I think, and better looking than anything Seiko has in their comparable Kinetic line. (I actually like the photoelectric Citizen over the motion movement of the Seiko since I can keep the watch charged when not wearing it by storing it somewhere in a lighted place. I've never owned one of the Seiko's though, so this is not a completely informed opinion.)The band is cool and comfortable, too, with hip oversize metal grommets around the holes. Two small issues: one is personal and the other is objective. First, this is a large faced watch and since I have small hands and wrists, it can feel a little big on me. For "normal" sized men, this won't be a problem. Second, the date window and numeral are a bit small and difficult to read for my old(er) eyes. Nevertheless, this is a very functional and stylish watch that does what a watch is supposed to do - it tells you what time it is. It's reasonably priced, too. I'd say if you like its looks, buy it. I don't think you'll be disappointed.
BM6400-00E - E. Gonzalo - Fairfield
When I got this watch it looked better than I expected. Large, easy to read numbers contrasted by the black background makes this watch one of the easiest to read. This watch has a very strong presence that will get attention and a lot of compliments.
This watch is definitely built to last you a long time. The fact that it is also Water Resistant up to 200M is a really big plus coupled with Eco-Drive, you'll have nothing to worry about except wear it and look good in the process! The date window is on the small side but it doesn't really bother me that much.
Overall, I'm glad I got this watch and I would definitely recommend it!
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