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Citizen Eco-Drive Men's Watch 42mm

Citizen Eco-Drive Men's Watch 42mm

3.1(124 ratings)

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$136.00at Howards Fine JewelryChecked Nov 9

30% under what the other stores charge

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $136.00 at Howards Fine Jewelry on Nov 9.
  • Checked at 8 stores.

Our take on the Citizen Eco-Drive Men's Watch 42mm

A stainless steel three-hand watch with a black dial, day/date windows and Citizen's Eco-Drive movement, which charges from any light and never needs a battery. The 42mm case and 100m water resistance make it a versatile everyday piece that works with a suit or a T-shirt. Its rivals at this level usually run on quartz cells or automatic movements, so the light-powered cell is the main draw. Owner feedback is mixed: the no-battery design and legibility get praise, while the bracelet, clasp and accuracy draw complaints.

Best forDaily wear with office or casual clothesBuyers who dislike battery changesA first serious watch or a giftSwimmers and outdoor use up to 100m
Pros
  • Eco-Drive cell charges from any light and never needs a battery
  • 42mm stainless steel case suits most wrists
  • Day and date windows at a glance
  • 100m water resistance covers swimming and showers
  • Sapphire-free but sturdy mineral crystal keeps the price down
  • Classic black dial works with almost anything
Cons
  • Bracelet and fold-over clasp feel light and tinny to some owners
  • Accuracy complaints appear in owner feedback
  • Mineral crystal scratches more easily than sapphire
  • No lume on some dial variants, so poor in the dark
  • 42mm wears large on smaller wrists

Citizen Eco-Drive Men's Watch 42mm prices at every store

  • eBayPre-owned

    In stockSold by liquidationwatches

    $128.24Checked Nov 9
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  • Howards Fine JewelryNew

    In stock

    $136.00Checked Nov 9
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  • Nordstrom RackNew

    In stock

    $164.97Checked Nov 9
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  • Macy'sNew

    In stock

    $195.00Checked Nov 9
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  • Zales OutletNew

    In stock

    $195.00Checked Nov 9
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  • eBayNew

    In stock

    $269.00Checked Nov 9
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  • BezaliNew

    Out of stock

    $150.00Checked Nov 9
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  • Kohl'sNew

    Out of stock

    $156.00Checked Nov 9
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  • WalmartNew

    Out of stockSold by Deal Hunters Group Inc

    $159.99Checked Nov 9
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Citizen Eco-Drive Men's Watch 42mm price history

Lowest price we've seen: $136.00 on Nov 9 at Howards Fine Jewelry. Tracked across 8 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

  • 3.1 / 5124 ratings

Owners like the set-and-forget Eco-Drive idea and the clean black dial, but the 3.1 average reflects real grumbling about the bracelet, clasp and timekeeping.

What people mention
  • BatteryPraisedOwners value that the light-charged cell never needs replacing.
  • BraceletCriticisedSeveral say the steel bracelet and fold-over clasp feel light and flimsy.
  • AccuracyMixedSome owners find it keeps good time, others report it drifting.
  • LegibilityPraisedThe black dial and day/date windows are easy to read.
  • CrystalCriticisedThe mineral glass picks up scratches with daily wear.

From Howards Fine Jewelry

  • Three-hand quartz movement
  • Round 42mm case
  • Stainless steel bracelet
  • Fold-over clasp
  • Black dial with day/date windows
  • Water resistant to 100 meters
Materials
Stainless steel bracelet

About the Citizen Eco-Drive Men's Watch 42mm

This Citizen men's watch has a classic, modern design. It has a round 42mm stainless steel case and a black dial with day and date windows. The three-hand quartz movement is paired with a stainless steel bracelet that closes with a fold-over clasp.

The watch uses Citizen's Eco-Drive technology, which is powered by light from any source and never needs a battery. It is water resistant to 100 meters.

Case size
42mm, round
Case material
Stainless steel
Dial
Black, with day and date windows
Movement
Three-hand quartz
Power
Eco-Drive, light-powered, no battery needed
Bracelet
Stainless steel
Clasp
Fold-over
Water resistance
100 meters

Questions and answers

How does Eco-Drive work?
A solar cell under the dial charges a capacitor from sunlight or indoor light. Once charged it runs for months in the dark, so you never change a battery.
Is 42mm too big for a small wrist?
It wears large. Under about 6.5 inches of wrist circumference it will overhang; 7 inches and up is a comfortable fit.
Can I swim with it?
Yes. It is rated to 100m, which covers swimming and showering, but not diving.
Does it have lume?
Some dial versions have no luminous hands or markers, so check the specific variant if you need to read it in the dark.
What is in the box?
The watch on its steel bracelet, a presentation box and the instruction manual. No spare strap is included.
How does it compare with a quartz or automatic watch?
It avoids battery changes like a quartz and avoids winding like an automatic, but it is less accurate than a good quartz and less collectible than a mechanical.
Where is the Citizen Eco-Drive Men's Watch 42mm cheapest?
At Howards Fine Jewelry, for $136.00, 30% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Citizen Eco-Drive Men's Watch 42mm?
Rated 3.1 out of 5 from 124 ratings.
Where can I buy the Citizen Eco-Drive Men's Watch 42mm?
8 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Howards Fine Jewelry, Bezali, Kohl's, Walmart.

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