Promaster Tough Reviews

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Test the extremes with the brand new CITIZEN Promaster Tough series. Living up to its name, this timepiece features a monocoque case (2 piece construction resulting in no caseback) resulting in extreme rigidity, shock resistance and anti-magnetism. Super Titanium™ coating on a stainless steel case and bracelet allowing for anti-rust, scratch resistance, hypo-allergenic and 5X harder than stainless steel. Other features include anti-reflective sapphire crystal, super LumiNova hands and markers and ability to function in extreme temperatures. Featuring our Eco-Drive technology – powered by light, any light. Never needs a battery. Caliber number E168.\r\n* LumiNova® is a registered trademark of NEMOTO & CO.,LTD.

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“A really solid timepiece with the features I need in a timepiece. It’s handsome, rugged and has a presence, for sure. My personal minuses are the weight (even for a “tough watch”) and the ridiculous size of the date window, which, to me, calls into question Citizens product feature regime.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Have had this watch about six months. I only take it off when I sleep or in the shower. I work outside using a chain saw, and other tough chores around my property and this thing is solid and never misses a second. I like minimalist watches so I love the simplicity of the dial. I don't like date windows and on this watch(or any watch I own) it is so small I can't read it anyway so for me it is perfect. If you have to have a date window I would not recommend this watch due to its tiny window and I mean tiny.Otherwise a great watch and well worth the money. Final comment. This is a heavy watch. If you like a lighter watch I would get the Citizen Titanium which I also own and it is almost as light as a feather.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“This is without a doubt the most accurate watch you will EVER own. A really big plus is, with solar power and large energy storage, there will never be any reason to open the case (many a good watch ruined by failure to re-seal properly).”

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Posted 5 years ago

“I love the watch. Hate the band. Be ready to shop for a new band. That said ... I drive a city bus and in my 30years I've broken over a dozen watches. Bashing down on the parking break 20times a day . Smash and bash along with cranking the steering wheel 8-10 hrs a day. I've broken gshock . Yes. If you are looking for a watch that can take abuse .... HARD abuse. This is the one. I am very pleased with my purchase. Greg Seattle bus driver .”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Very tough and durable watch. Accurate. Everything is as advertised.”

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Posted 5 years ago

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“I purchased the Promaster Tough about a month ago and so far, I love the watch. I decided to give this watch a go as I was looking for a rugged yet sleek watch that will go the distance in the field and also look good while wearing with business attire. To date, I couldn’t be happier. The weight of the watch feels good and I love the fact that I can actually read the time in the dark. (A must have for me). The only thing that I struggle with is reading the date. The window is quite small and hard to see the number.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Got this as a belated birthday present and wow! This timepiece has all the rugged functionality of the Rolex Milgaus, Explorer or the Omega Railmaster without the hefty price tag. The dial is wonderfully executed In minimalist beauty. You can in a quick glance read the time. I did read complaints regarding the small date window. I love the small date window as it doesn’t take away from the watches primary function of giving you the time and the date window is easily seen to get the date. The bracelet is fantastic and with the watch is very comfortable for daily wear. The watch does have heft. So, if you have girly wrists, stay away! This is a working mans watch that can be worn in blue jeans and a T-shirt to a suit in a boardroom meeting. I highly recommend this timepiece!!”

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Posted 5 years ago

“I'll start with the bad, there's only 2: 1) The date window/dial is so hopelessly small that it should have omitted from the design. It's the smallest I have ever seen on a watch. It's so small that its not worth squinting at or updating every month. 2) The metal bracelet does indeed scuff & scratch (so much for titanium) and the clasp is very long - close to 1/3 of the length...which is a big deal for us smaller wrist guys. OK that's all the bad. The good - there's alot: The monocoque back/build is very unique and makes perfect sense for a (automatic) watch not needing a battery. Take that plus the Sapphire crystal, Eco-drive, water resistance - you have the equivalent of great diver watch - that's not a diver watch & no rotating bezel that you're not using since you've never even been snorkeling let alone scuba diving.. So all you dudes wearing your diver watches for these identical features, get this Promaster Tough and stop posing like you're PADI certified. I intentionally set my watches 2 minutes fast for punctuality reasons, and this E168 movement has held steady for over 2 months with no change -/+. The watch is great for the office with a suit and the beach - now that's versatile. I sold off my entire watch collection just so I could have one watch that could do it all, simply, elegantly, reliably, and durably...the Promaster Tough even with it's cheesy name - fits that bill. But seriously Citizen either remove the date or increase it's size to make it readable.”

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Posted 5 years ago