- Does it really never need a battery?
- It uses a solar cell under the dial that charges from light. In normal wear it keeps running without battery changes, though it needs regular light exposure.
- Can I swim with it?
- Yes. It is rated 10 ATM (100 m), which covers swimming and showering. The leather strap is the weak point in water, so a different strap suits pool use better.
- How does it compare with the Eco-Drive field watches?
- It uses the same solar approach in a simpler field case. Rivals at this level often add sapphire glass; this one uses mineral glass.
- What is in the box?
- The watch on its brown leather strap. It comes with Citizen's documentation; check the listing for any extra packaging.
- Is the dial easy to read at night?
- The hands and markers are luminous, so they glow after light exposure. The glow fades over the night, as on most watches at this level.
- What size is the case?
- It is a standard men's field-watch case in stainless steel. Check the listed case diameter if you have a small wrist.
- Where is the Citizen Garrison (BM8478-01L) cheapest?
- At Jomashop, for $159.00, 44% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the Citizen Garrison (BM8478-01L)?
- Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 15 ratings.
- Where can I buy the Citizen Garrison (BM8478-01L)?
- 5 stores we checked sell it, including Jomashop, JCPenney, First Class Watches, Kohl's, Newegg.