- Does the Citizen BM8478-01L really never need a battery?
- Yes. Eco-Drive charges from light through a solar cell under the dial, so there is no battery to replace. Keep it out of a drawer for long periods so it stays charged.
- Can I swim with it?
- It is rated to 100m, which covers swimming and showering. The leather strap is the weak point in water, so a different strap is better for regular pool use.
- How does it compare with the sapphire-crystal Citizen models?
- This model uses mineral crystal, which is more scratch-prone than sapphire. Sapphire versions cost more but hold up better over years of daily wear.
- Is 42mm too big for a small wrist?
- At 42mm it is a mid-size case that fits most wrists, but it will look large on very slim wrists. Try it on if you prefer a smaller profile.
- What is in the box?
- The watch on its brown leather strap, with Citizen's documentation. It arrives charged enough to run from the box.
- Where is the Citizen Sport Eco Drive Chandler Military Brown Leather 42mm Watch BM8478-01L cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $198.95, 33% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the Citizen Sport Eco Drive Chandler Military Brown Leather 42mm Watch BM8478-01L?
- Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 9 ratings.
- Where can I buy the Citizen Sport Eco Drive Chandler Military Brown Leather 42mm Watch BM8478-01L?
- 15 stores we checked sell it, including Time Square Clock Shop, Baumann Jewellers, Armin Lowe Jewellers, www.watch-luxe.com, Time After Time.