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Citizen Men's Sport Casual Garrison 3-Hand Day/Date Eco-Drive Nylon Strap Watch, Arabic Markers, 100 Meters Water Resistant, Luminous Hands and Markers
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- These military-inspired watches with rugged looks and a comfortable fit are born ready for adventure.
- 3 Hand, Day / Date
- Silver-Tone Stainless Steel Case with Olive Green Nylon Strap
- Luminous Hands and Markers and Mineral Crystal
- Featuring our Eco-Drive technology – powered by light, any light. Never needs a battery100 Meters Water Resistant and 5 Year Limited Warranty
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CITIZEN
WEEKENDER
Round out your watch collection with casual styling on everyday favorites
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THE DETAILS
Model Number | BM8180-03E |
Collection | Weekender Sport Casual |
Eco-Drive | Yes |
Base Movement | E101 |
Clasp Type | Buckle |
Dial Color | Black |
Case Material | Stainless Steel |
Case Color | Silver-Tone |
Case Shape | Round |
Case Width | 37mm |
Case Length | 37mm |
Band Type | Strap |
Band Color | Green |
Band Material | Nylon |
Crystal Material | Mineral Crystal |
Water Resistance | 0100M |
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Disney Alliance
The official timepiece partner of Disney parks, runDisney sponsorship, events and more.
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Everbody Solar
Everybody Solar, works to protect the environment and strengthen U.S. communities through solar-energy projects.
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American Forests is a pathfinder for creating healthy forests from coast to coast, leading the way for creating healthy and resilient forests.
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How long is the coverage on my Citizen Watch?
Your Citizen Watch comes with a five-year, limited coverage. When you register your watch online or through our My Citizen App, you will receive an additional coverage year free, for a total of six years coverage.
How do I set my watch?
If you know your model number, go to our brand website and search or browse for your model. When you're on the product page, the setting instructions are listed at the bottom of the "features" section.
How do I get a manual for my watch?
Setting instructions can be accessed through our website and our My Citizen App (available for iOS and Android). To obtain the instructions specific to your watch, you will need to provide the Movement Caliber Number on your watch's caseback.
Can I buy a replacement strap or links for my watch?
Straps, bracelets and links may be available for certain Citizen watch models. To find out if a replacement strap or part is available for your Citizen Watch, please visit our new self-service portal.
Product specifications
Watch Information
Brand, Seller, or Collection Name | Citizen |
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Model number | BM8180-03E |
Part Number | BM8180-03E |
Model Year | 2007 |
Item Shape | Round |
Dial window material type | Mineral |
Display Type | Analog |
Clasp | Buckle |
Case material | Stainless Steel |
Case diameter | 37.2 millimeters |
Case Thickness | 9.5 millimeters |
Band Material | Nylon |
Band size | 7.5 inches |
Band width | 18 millimeters |
Band Color | Green |
Dial color | Black |
Bezel material | Stainless Steel |
Calendar | Day-Date |
Special features | Luminous hands, Water resistant |
Item weight | 7.2 ounces |
Movement | Japanese Quartz |
Water resistant depth | 330 Feet |
Warranty | Manufacturer’s warranty can be requested from customer service. Click here to make a request to customer service. |
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Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 5.91 x 5.91 x 5.91 inches; 7.2 ounces
- Item model number : BM8180-03E
- Department : mens
- Batteries : 1 CR123A batteries required. (included)
- Date First Available : November 15, 2023
- Manufacturer : Citizen
- ASIN : B000EQS1JW
- Country of Origin : Japan
- Best Sellers Rank: #55,130 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry (See Top 100 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry)
- #142 in Men's Wrist Watches
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Customers like the quality, value, comfort, accuracy and appearance of the watch. For example, they mention it's a great everyday use watch, the strap is comfortable and it saves money in the long run. They're also happy with readability, appearance, and durability. That said, opinions are mixed on fit.
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Customers like the quality of the watch. They say it's a great everyday use watch with a quality band. They also appreciate the highly respected watch brand and eco-drive battery. Customers also mention that the watch is durable and looks good.
"...This is the kind of tough, no-nonsense, utilitarian looking time utensil that Abercrombie & Fitch made back in the day when Hemingway was finding..." Read more
"...For less than $100 dollars you are getting a highly respected watch brand, an eco-drive battery/maintenance free movement, extremely accurate time,..." Read more
"...3.5 years now, with no major complaints, finding it to be a great everyday use watch...." Read more
"...Quality is very good and the hands line up perfectly...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the watch. They mention that it has an exquisite looks, is elegant in its simplicity, and is a great little time piece. The stainless steel face and black face are elegant, making it easy to read. Customers also appreciate the face style, saying it strikes a nice balance between casual and formal. They like the eye-popping second hand, and the cool factor.
"...This is the kind of tough, no-nonsense, utilitarian looking time utensil that Abercrombie & Fitch made back in the day when Hemingway was finding..." Read more
"...free movement, extremely accurate time, minimalist and attractive design, legible night lume, and a traditional sized watch. What a package!..." Read more
"...The watch is not too gaudy, with plenty of function, including an easy to read dial, second hand, and day/date...." Read more
"...I love the watch, and it looks much better in person than in pictures on the web. Quality is very good and the hands line up perfectly...." Read more
Customers like the accuracy of the watch. They mention that it continues to deliver oddly accurate timekeeping, is durable, and accurate everyday watch. Some say that the watch has not shown any noticeable time error. They also appreciate the quality functionality and time keeping.
"...watch brand, an eco-drive battery/maintenance free movement, extremely accurate time, minimalist and attractive design, legible night lume, and a..." Read more
"...As noted, the dial is easy to read, with the day/date function very useful for those of us confused about the day of the week..." Read more
"...I love the look, and it is keeping perfect time...." Read more
"...Speaking of time, the watch is pretty accurate...." Read more
Customers like the durability of the watch. They say it has held up well, has a very good reliability reputation, and feels very solid. They also mention that the watch is sturdy, has good scratch resistance, and is rated to 100m.
"...This is the kind of tough, no-nonsense, utilitarian looking time utensil that Abercrombie & Fitch made back in the day when Hemingway was finding..." Read more
"...The crown is protected by arms on either side, which is a welcome touch for those of us not so coordinated, and I have not had any issues with the..." Read more
"...The strap is of decent quality, albeit a bit stiff (I'm sure that would have loosened up with wear), but I just didn't like having to futz with..." Read more
"...The battery should last a very long time according to Citizen engineers who project that even after 20 years the battery should retain 80% of..." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the watch. They say it saves money in the long run and is very handsome.
"...And guess what? This watch has pretty darn good lume! Quite impressive at this price point. Many watches don't have any lume at all...." Read more
"...It is hard to find tasteful, well made, and reasonably priced watches, which I believe the Citizen mostly satisfies...." Read more
"...In sum: this is a very well constructed watch that I feel is worth the money...." Read more
"...*A very good, known maker, and at a price so low I want to tell people I paid MORE (I paid $81US, March 2010)!*..." Read more
Customers like the readability of the watch. They say the hands are easy to read, the numbers are very readable, and the face is clear.
"...extremely accurate time, minimalist and attractive design, legible night lume, and a traditional sized watch. What a package!..." Read more
"...As noted, the dial is easy to read, with the day/date function very useful for those of us confused about the day of the week..." Read more
"...The Citizen docs are clear, easy to read, and extensive...." Read more
"...it has the eco-drive 2. it has an easy/simple face to read 3. it was only $110! I think that was the cheapest eco-drive watch I could find...." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the watch. They mention that it keeps great time, the strap is comfortable, and it is easy to wear anywhere. Some complain about the poor band quality and the smell of the band.
"...to break it in to the shape of your very own wrist, and then it sits very well when you wear it in Real Life® rolling your ulna and radius reaching..." Read more
"...Feels great and very substantial in my hand, on my wrist, and when setting...." Read more
"...The blue color looks pretty cool.The strap is fairly comfortable but the holes are large and so there isn't very precise sizing...." Read more
"...The only feature I don't like is the canvas band, which I found uncomfortable...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the fit of the watch. Some mention that it's nicely sized for their wrist, and at 9.5mm it'd fit easily under their shirt cuff. However, others say that the holes are large and there isn't very precise sizing. They also complain that the watch is huge and heavy.
"...minimalist and attractive design, legible night lume, and a traditional sized watch. What a package!..." Read more
"...The band is too tight (or too short.)""The sweep second hand doesn't hit the marks within an atom's width.""..." Read more
"...The Citizen docs are clear, easy to read, and extensive...." Read more
"...It was a dandy watch, worked perfect, but it was *huge*, and pretty heavy. It was also pretty flashy, and I'm not...." Read more
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"The band is too tight (or too short.)"
"The sweep second hand doesn't hit the marks within an atom's width."
"The flat crystal is too easily scratched."
"The luminosity isn't a neon sign like Indiglo!"
"It's too ugly to wear in the Boardroom."
"Why can't I set the day/date anytime I want?"
"The dial face is so small it makes me look gay."
I own a Hamilton Moon Watch, a Tudor Chronograph, and a Rolex Explorer II GMT. I bought the Rolex as a reward for myself in 1992 when I made Chief in the seagoing service and was still taking position star sights with a sextant. It has been my "daily driver" every day since ... except every three-to-four years when accuracy becomes erratic and I have to send it away to Rolex Dallas for a month for $750 service oiling, upkeep, and rehab maintenance. Now in the drawer waiting until I have funny funds for yet another service.
Once I received this Eco-Drive with two-day Amazon+ free delivery I put it on my wrist in direct sunlight for a few hours, set the time, and away we went. Set the day and date within seconds once I was outside the 9PM - 4AM window specified by the manual. Never take it off now. For a watch in this price range you can't engineer a set of switching gears for day/date change that can also handle an owner messing around with the settings by pulling out the crown at the same time. So wait until morning to do it. What's the big deal?
The luminous hands glow brightest just after you turn out the lights, which is perfect because at that time your eyes are still burnt out from staring at the LCD screen all night surfing Amazon reviews. When I wake up at 3:23:19 AM and my eyes have dark adapted again I can still see the hands including the sweep second hand. The Citizen canvas band is stiff until you wear it enough to break it in to the shape of your very own wrist, and then it sits very well when you wear it in Real Life® rolling your ulna and radius reaching for another beer. Just try to find the right-size jeweler's screwdriver to remove links from the Rolex diver's band to fit your wrist! (Even the damn band is multi-hundred$)
I am not NFL lineman big, but 6'1" @ 200 lbs. and nobody has made whimpering noises at me for wearing this watch. This is the kind of tough, no-nonsense, utilitarian looking time utensil that Abercrombie & Fitch made back in the day when Hemingway was finding leopards on Kilimanjaro or pulling in bluefin off the Finca before they sold out and began outfitting punkers and 1%ers on Wall Street. The Explorer II crystal hangs out enough MMs from the stainless case that it had a noticeable chip out of it before a year was out and I learned how it catches every steel rail or rock outcrop in sight. The 24-hour bezel paint flakes off EVERY YEAR wearing it in salt water or just your shower. The Citizen fits close, feels light, and catches nothing.
I am not sure of the press-fit crown and WR 100 meter rating, this is not an Oyster case and screw-down crown, but this is also not a $5,000 timepiece. I have not been swimming or diving with the Citizen. The quality of the rest of the watch is enough to give me confidence it will perform as advertised, and if it should not, I can buy another <$100.
This budget watch is thousands of miles and light years and many dollars ahead of any of its' true competition. I don't want a rubberbound button-filled busy ultramarathon Ironman digital display gizmo. I want a tough good-looking analogue watch that keeps excellent time, and I believe the promise that the Eco-Drive will keep it going, and going, and going ... while the rest of the stable appreciate in value on their way to or back from service.
I want a watch to tell me precise time, and maybe the day and date while it is at it. Not jewelry. Seriously, buy this watch.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2011
"The band is too tight (or too short.)"
"The sweep second hand doesn't hit the marks within an atom's width."
"The flat crystal is too easily scratched."
"The luminosity isn't a neon sign like Indiglo!"
"It's too ugly to wear in the Boardroom."
"Why can't I set the day/date anytime I want?"
"The dial face is so small it makes me look gay."
I own a Hamilton Moon Watch, a Tudor Chronograph, and a Rolex Explorer II GMT. I bought the Rolex as a reward for myself in 1992 when I made Chief in the seagoing service and was still taking position star sights with a sextant. It has been my "daily driver" every day since ... except every three-to-four years when accuracy becomes erratic and I have to send it away to Rolex Dallas for a month for $750 service oiling, upkeep, and rehab maintenance. Now in the drawer waiting until I have funny funds for yet another service.
Once I received this Eco-Drive with two-day Amazon+ free delivery I put it on my wrist in direct sunlight for a few hours, set the time, and away we went. Set the day and date within seconds once I was outside the 9PM - 4AM window specified by the manual. Never take it off now. For a watch in this price range you can't engineer a set of switching gears for day/date change that can also handle an owner messing around with the settings by pulling out the crown at the same time. So wait until morning to do it. What's the big deal?
The luminous hands glow brightest just after you turn out the lights, which is perfect because at that time your eyes are still burnt out from staring at the LCD screen all night surfing Amazon reviews. When I wake up at 3:23:19 AM and my eyes have dark adapted again I can still see the hands including the sweep second hand. The Citizen canvas band is stiff until you wear it enough to break it in to the shape of your very own wrist, and then it sits very well when you wear it in Real Life® rolling your ulna and radius reaching for another beer. Just try to find the right-size jeweler's screwdriver to remove links from the Rolex diver's band to fit your wrist! (Even the damn band is multi-hundred$)
I am not NFL lineman big, but 6'1" @ 200 lbs. and nobody has made whimpering noises at me for wearing this watch. This is the kind of tough, no-nonsense, utilitarian looking time utensil that Abercrombie & Fitch made back in the day when Hemingway was finding leopards on Kilimanjaro or pulling in bluefin off the Finca before they sold out and began outfitting punkers and 1%ers on Wall Street. The Explorer II crystal hangs out enough MMs from the stainless case that it had a noticeable chip out of it before a year was out and I learned how it catches every steel rail or rock outcrop in sight. The 24-hour bezel paint flakes off EVERY YEAR wearing it in salt water or just your shower. The Citizen fits close, feels light, and catches nothing.
I am not sure of the press-fit crown and WR 100 meter rating, this is not an Oyster case and screw-down crown, but this is also not a $5,000 timepiece. I have not been swimming or diving with the Citizen. The quality of the rest of the watch is enough to give me confidence it will perform as advertised, and if it should not, I can buy another <$100.
This budget watch is thousands of miles and light years and many dollars ahead of any of its' true competition. I don't want a rubberbound button-filled busy ultramarathon Ironman digital display gizmo. I want a tough good-looking analogue watch that keeps excellent time, and I believe the promise that the Eco-Drive will keep it going, and going, and going ... while the rest of the stable appreciate in value on their way to or back from service.
I want a watch to tell me precise time, and maybe the day and date while it is at it. Not jewelry. Seriously, buy this watch.
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Brand - I truly believe Citizen is the very best value when it comes to watches under $500.00. One can argue Seiko and Orient. I own all three brands, and feel like my three Citizens are made a bit better. Citizen is well respected among watch enthusiasts, and is a FANTASTIC brand for someone looking to purchase their first timepiece
Movement - As you probably know by now, this watch is powered by Citizen's own Eco-Drive Quartz Movement. Needing no battery or servicing, this watch will stay maintenance-free for years on end. And it just charges by light? Amazing cutting edge.
Accuracy - No shock here. Being quartz, this watch is supremely accurate. Mine tested out about 1.5 seconds fast a week. No arguments there!
Looks - I love the way this watch looks. Everything just works. At 90 dollars, it's important not to try and look like a cheap, ugly homage of another watch. Citizen did a bang up job here with a field inspired look. The dial is a matte black with white font. The indices are not applied, but one cannot expect that at this price point. Fantastically, the dial has day/date windows, and even has the days in Spanish (pretty cool). The second hand is somewhat of a red/orange, but adds a really nice splash on an otherwise black and white dial. And guess what? This watch has pretty darn good lume! Quite impressive at this price point. Many watches don't have any lume at all. The hands and all of the numbers glow with a very pretty turquoise blue. Again, do not expect Seiko divers brightness here.
Size - I love it. Now, it won't be for everyone at around 37mm or so, but there is so much dial squeezed into it, that it is always very easy to read the time. The watch is quite thin and light, almost disappearing on your wrist. Guys with really large wrists, may want to avoid.
Enclosing, this is a spectacular little watch for the price. For less than $100 dollars you are getting a highly respected watch brand, an eco-drive battery/maintenance free movement, extremely accurate time, minimalist and attractive design, legible night lume, and a traditional sized watch. What a package! Sure, the mineral crystal will take light surface scratches, but that just adds to the character anyway, right? My only real complaint is the lugs are a bit sharp. They need to round them out a bit, but fortunately they do not interfere in anyway while wearing the watch.
Watches like this make you contemplate while you are shelling out 100x more money on watches. This could serve you as your everyday companion for the rest of your life. Sure, there will likely come a time where your taste grows and you want higher end pieces, but this BM8180 is all you will ever NEED. Truly exceptional.
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