Customer Reviews

Citizen Men's BM6560-54H Eco-Drive Titanium Watch

5 star:		(5)
4 star:		(3)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(3)

 

 

I waited several months to write this review, just in case my first impression changed. But after several months, I am still thrilled with this watch. I have had several people compliment me on it since buying it (without me pointing out that it was new or anything like that). It looks slightly darker in person than in the pictures on Amazon, which makes the shiny outer band really stand out. The hands and hour markers catch the light like jewels, without looking the least bit feminine. The links in the band are nearly seamless. It weighs so little that I don't know if I'll ever be able to go back to stainless steal. Personally, I wear it for fancy occasions (weddings, etc), professionally (in a business office), and casually (though admittedly I am a bit "preppy"). It goes with just about anything. I did manage to get one very small scratch in the band after only a few weeks (nobody but me would ever even notice), but for the most part it still looks as good as the day I bought it. I would highly recommend this watch to anybody who wants something a little dressier than most of the "sport" models out there, while still being casual enough to wear on a daily basis. Never having to replace the batteries is just a nice perk.

As for the negative reviews on Amazon, I saw them both listed for other models also, so I question whether they apply to this specific model, or were just spammed against all Citizen Eco-Drive watches (with so few reviews, it causes the average score on this particular model to be ridiculously low). My guess is that somebody had a bad experience with a different model, and at least one reviewer probably did not pay attention to the level of water resistance indicated for his model--nice watches like these won't hold up under water as well as a ten-dollar timex.

OK, I just got the watch today, so I can't speak to durability. But there are some things to consider if you're thinking about this watch.

First, the Amazon description shows the watch as being water resistant to 99 feet. The actual information packaged with the watch, is clear that the watch is merely water resistant to 3 atmospheres, which permits minor exposure such as you'd encounter in the rain or when washing face or hands. It is definitely NOT for use while swimming, showering, etc. I'd like to see this corrected in the description.

Second, in other reviews of other Citizen watches, I've read about people adjusting the bracelet and being unable to keep the pins in place. This is how it works:

1. I definitely recommend purchasing one of the bracelet adjustment tools listed on Amazon. For $6 I got a "heavy duty" one that, while definitely not heavy duty, was adequate to the task of adjusting my bracelet.

2. Pay attention to the little arrows on the inside of the bracelet when you push the pins out with the tool. You'll push the pins about 1/4 inch out, then pull them the rest of the way with a pair of pliers. I used my Leatherman tool quite successfully for this.

3. When you pull out the pins, be on the lookout for tiny little metal "sleeves" less than 1/4 inch long that will fall out of the links. These are important. You may want to spread a white cloth or some paper, and work over that surface so you can find anything that falls out. Cloth may be best because it will discourage bouncing (which will have you on the floor with a flashlight while your coworkers wonder what you're doing under your desk).

4. When re-assembling the bracelet, hold the little sleeve thingie with your needle-nose pliers and slip it into one of the holes on the "2-prong" side of the link. It will slip easily into one, and won't go into the other at all.

5. Slip the sleeve into the prong that will accept it, keep the link upright so the sleeve doesn't fall out, line up the links, and slip the pin into the link. It will go a short way in, then you'll need to tap it gently (I used the pliers hinge on my Leatherman). I tapped it in a little ways, then, when I got nervous about marring the link if I got too close, I turned it over and pressed the pin in the rest of the way by pushing it down on my desk.

6. Finally, when the pin was flush, I used the bracelet adjustment tool again to push the pin in just a little further so it is the same depth as the other pins.

7. Now the pins won't fall out, and your watch won't fall onto the sidewalk or into a puddle of water where it will demonstrate just how water resistant it really is.

I'll update my review if it turns out I don't like the watch after all. I'm taking away one star because Amazon got the description wrong, even though the Citizenwatch website got it right.

I agree that the negative posts have to be about another Citizen Watch. Several of the Eco-Drives seem to have a faulty clasp (you can tell just by looking at them and holding the watches in your hand if the clasp is good or not).

This model in particular is fantastic and I've had no problems with it whatsoever. I received it as a gift two years ago and I've gotten more compliments than I can count.

The Citizen BM6560-54H is a great quality product and, by far, the best watch I've ever owned - durable, good looking, and it works perfectly.

I purchased this watch because it looked nice and seemed like it should be reliable. I do not have complaints about its appearance though the band scratched very easily, however when pins fell out of the band where they should not and then the band fell apart within 8 month after purchasing it I was a bit disappointed. I sent the watch back to Citizen's repair center assuming this defect would be covered by the warranty. They now say they will will fix it for 150$. They claim that only the bits inside the case are covered by their warranty, which I find to be truly absurd. The pins in the bracelet that broke are not designed to be removable and should most certainly be covered by the warranty. A local jeweler I took the watch to for fixing assured my that this should be covered by the warranty and told me to return it to citizen for fixing. The jeweler recognized that the way the bracelet had broken was due to manufacturing defects, not wear and tear.

I now see that the warranty specifically excludes coverage of manufacturing or workmanship defects concerning "the power cell, case and it's components [including the crystal, stem and crown], bracelet and its components [including clasp, links, pins, screws], strap and its components or any accessories".

I think this is BS and urge you not to purchase Citizen's products. They are bad and do not stand by their own workmanship.

Purchased this less than a month ago. After two to three days of very minimal wear around the office only, treating with great care, noticed scratches all over the band. Contacted company who said that is normal if the band comes into contact with any surface. IE: wood desk, as in sitting at desk looking at computer and reading papers.

Company wouldn't even discuss the issue further.

My wife purchased this watch for my birthday two years ago. I have an allergy to metals and there are things I can't do, like carry change in my pocket, and things I can't wear like almost any type of watch or other jewelry. So I was very happy to finally find a watch that I can wear without worrying about any reaction. I have worn it every day and it is very durable. I don't always remember to take it off when i am working on machinery and it still has suprisingly few scratches for what I have put it through. This watch is everything that they claimed it to be and quite affordable considering some of the other titanium watches on the market. If and when this watch is ever worn out, I will definitely be looking to Citizen for a replacement.

I've have this watch for 6 months now and haven't had any problems. I like that I (supposedly) won't ever have to replace the battery, since it recharges using solar power. It has held up well and keeps perfect time. I wouldn't say it looks stunning, but it does receive occasional complements. It goes well with almost any outfit. This is my primary daily wear watch and I plan to stick with it, so I'm awarding five stars.

I had been eyeing the citizen titanium watch for years, but it was always too expensive. Finally found this at a really good price on amazon. When it first came, for some reason I wasn't as excited as I thought at the time of placing order online. Didn't feel like it was worth $350 retail - more like $175. I am wearing it on daily basis so there are a few scuffs on the strap, but thats just because of physics.

Not really sure if this has turned out to be a positive or negative review... I guess that is how I feel about this watch - "confused". =o|

That said, if you like it, go for it.

I was very happy to get this watch. Titanium is the way to go if you don't like a heavy weight watch and using sunlight (or any other type of light source) to power the watch without having to use and replace a battery is very convenient. It is actually more gray in appearance with a silver trim on the outer edge which makes for a very elegant looking watch without the price tag. A great every day wearable watch!

This watch is obviously well made, even upon opening the package. The spaces between links are small, making it seem, especially from the inside of the band, that very high level quality control is involved. About two weeks have passed, since receiving this watch and only very small scratches are on the outside surface from wear, which, is not entirely surprising, considering that titanium is actually softer than all but the lowest grades of steel, it's redeeming quality being that it is actually about half the weight for the same strength. Lowest grades of steel, I say, meaning paperclips and staples, and anything made of rusty "stainless" Chinese steel. All of this means that, in an office environment, there isn't a whole lot short of good quality steel eating utensils, that can scratch this watch.

The solar charging function also gives the peace of mind that this watch will never run out of power, so, in the event of nuclear holocaust or financial ruin, I won't ever need to buy batteries and it could also be used as a valuable trade good.