I have only owned it for a week, but I can tell it is a keeper. The adjustable bracelet has come in very handy every watch should do it. The lack of atomic outside Japan doesn't bother me but it does make initial setup a slow process.
We had some big swings in humidity while I've had it and the clasp did the trick perfectly. I'd love if it could receive signal but I'm fine with it as is. The app was really easy to use too if you haven't tried it.
Great looking watch, i have something somewhat similar, the Casio Oceanus S100, titanium, perpeptual, super comfortable, 100M WR etc.....and it gets the NA signal (6 spots WW). Its the Tough Movement so no battery changes. Great grab and go, 2 years.....no scratches.
S100 is my dream watch. Honestly one of the best bang for buck watches ever imo. But I also want a green watch for wearing with my green trench coat in Winters so I'll grab this one too.
Citizen is one of the tops on my list for solid, well built watches, I definitely enjoy the couple of Promaster’s that I have but I’ve had my eye on that PMD56 for a while now. It has some competition but its a beauty in so many ways for sure. Thanks for the video ! Well done
Great video. I bought this watch a few weeks ago and I’ve got to say it’s close to my ideal watch. The titanium makes it incredibly light and the dial is easy to read. I love the perpetual calendar function. One day I’ll learn how to set the GMT second time.
Thanks for the review, I picked up one up and absolutely love it. The green is a lovely hue and reminds me of British Racing Green. I also live outside the JJY coverage but find the iPhone Emulator Apps work just fine. Quite good accuracy regardless at about 4 secs pm, so less than a minute per year.
I’ve got the black dial version and set up a raspberry pi to transmit the time automatically to the watch every night along with all the other radio clocks/watches I have. Great no fuss watch
Not sure if it was you but saw someone in a forum somewhere talking about using a raspberry pi to transmit. Nice idea. Really like your black version btw with the pop of color on the second hand. Thanks.
I have the Citizen Garrison Titanium field watch and kinda want this one as well. Citizen really leaves the good stuff for the JDM market. (Edit) I want to add that I love mine so much it is a compliment to Citizen that I want more of their watches. Chronomaster being another one.
I'll tell you the watch that IS perfect, the PMD56-2952. Don't bother fiddling with the app, they are very easy to adjust manually! Mine only gains 2 seconds per Month anyway! Also, look at how CLEAR the day/date window is - faultless!!
Hard to justify an "everyday" watch for that price but thanks for review! Very nice watch! My everyday watches tend to be Vostoks or Casios with my more expensive ones for work or other occasions.
I must have watched every video on this before I bought the -2952 a few months back, but it is great to see your newer review now! I really really wish Citizen would offer this model worldwide. I even emailed them about it LOL.
Как же мне не хватает этой модели в коллекции!))) Продал шикарные дайверы Orient Triton - и оставил себе только пару штук eco drive Citizen и G-Shock B200 !Ни как не приживаются у меня механические часы.Хочу,хочу,хочу,хочу - PMD56!!!!!♥️
Calibre (H100) has PERFEX Multi 3000 features, including automatic hand position correction (as you noticed) and enhanced mechanical and electric shock protection.
I picked up a used one in Japan, great condition, didn't sync well with the JJY emulator then I figured out the problems, the previous owner didn't know how to operate this watch and messed up the watch's reference position and time zone. I reset everything in this watch and synced it again, worked like a charm. Now I know why he sold it for a cheap price, he might think it was broken or something 😂
Yes..... still needs 24 hr subtended markings......wish I had this on my 8180BM-03. Also this....the tip of the second hand doesn't seem to have lume, as does my cheaper 8180. Lastly, the second hand has the opposite side (of pointer) counterweight looking piece that is a distraction.
If this lost the day but kept the date it’d be perfect. The date + day makes the dial slightly too linearly busy in my opinion. I understand that the Euro markets are like that (i.e., only the date), for this thing?
@@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces - actually, I live in Japan and the inclusion of the day is what’s always prevented me from buying one of these (I generally don’t buy online). Otherwise it would be an awesome ‘generic’ hiking watch too . . .
I'd have to lean towards the Oceanus. I actually just picked up a t200 and I've owned to 3000 amd loved both. Tough call though. The Citizens are great watches too.
I just bought a Citizen Eco-drive GMT so I am on youtube to check review for it, to validate my choice LOL However I found this, such a gem from Citizen, and it seems like you can only buy it from Japan. Great value and lots of premium features for such a good price. Also I just subscribed to your channel!
I have the Citizen Royal Marines Commando GMT Full Titanium version, in lovely condition, with box and papers, second hand, for £210 including postage!
hi, so when I want to set the time automatically using the radio signal, would that also set my day/date/year for me as well? or do I need to set the dates manually before I set the time using radio signals
Thanks. I just received mine today from Japan and used the jjy emulator. I was kind of expecting a more vibrant bright green dial as the one you see in the advertising photos but it's actually quite a dark and discrete green instead. Other than that it's great. 👍
I don’t get it. Why would they limit this to JYY? I understand it’s for the JDM market but the US Promaster Tough misses out on made in Japan, The tool-less on the go extension (a must) the 20mm lugs and the date window which is flawless on this watch. The US version also costs more street price v street price. I don’t get it. Why not make a global version with full support and RAKE IN THE CASH. It’s literally perfect as a daily.
What's it mater if it gets radio signal ...it honestly never needs adjustment without it. (Minus date) so once a month set it to atomic time. Problem solved
This is really what I’ve been looking for. Simple citizen watch, titanium, perpetual , 40mm diameter, Sapphire crysta. This watch goes beyond my list omg I’m Saborit to order it haha
Man, I still can't figure out the damn leap year settings. Thought I finally had it down a few months ago but this morning I see the date displaying 30th vs 31st. Sigh
So I’m only 25 seconds into the video and he says “almost perfect watch.” I disagree. I challenge anyone to name a better and cleaner watch, with all the features this has, than this!
I have only owned it for a week, but I can tell it is a keeper. The adjustable bracelet has come in very handy every watch should do it. The lack of atomic outside Japan doesn't bother me but it does make initial setup a slow process.
We had some big swings in humidity while I've had it and the clasp did the trick perfectly. I'd love if it could receive signal but I'm fine with it as is. The app was really easy to use too if you haven't tried it.
Doesn't Casio have atomic time also but works in the UK?
Or the us
Great looking watch, i have something somewhat similar, the Casio Oceanus S100, titanium, perpeptual, super comfortable, 100M WR etc.....and it gets the NA signal (6 spots WW). Its the Tough Movement so no battery changes. Great grab and go, 2 years.....no scratches.
That's a watch I've been considering too. It's got it all and looks great too. Thanks Pierre.
S100 is my dream watch. Honestly one of the best bang for buck watches ever imo. But I also want a green watch for wearing with my green trench coat in Winters so I'll grab this one too.
Citizen is one of the tops on my list for solid, well built watches, I definitely enjoy the couple of Promaster’s that I have but I’ve had my eye on that PMD56 for a while now. It has some competition but its a beauty in so many ways for sure.
Thanks for the video ! Well done
The beauty of watch collecting and watches in general, it’s that you constantly find new/old cool watches. As always great B-Roll brother!
So many cool one's out there. Thanks Miguel 👍
Great video. I bought this watch a few weeks ago and I’ve got to say it’s close to my ideal watch. The titanium makes it incredibly light and the dial is easy to read. I love the perpetual calendar function. One day I’ll learn how to set the GMT second time.
Thank you. It's such a great watch.
What GMT??
Thanks for the review, I picked up one up and absolutely love it. The green is a lovely hue and reminds me of British Racing Green. I also live outside the JJY coverage but find the iPhone Emulator Apps work just fine. Quite good accuracy regardless at about 4 secs pm, so less than a minute per year.
It's a great watch. I still think about getting one for myself. The emulator works great but your right, it's very accurate on it's own. Thanks.
I have used it for years and happy.
I’ve got the black dial version and set up a raspberry pi to transmit the time automatically to the watch every night along with all the other radio clocks/watches I have. Great no fuss watch
Not sure if it was you but saw someone in a forum somewhere talking about using a raspberry pi to transmit. Nice idea. Really like your black version btw with the pop of color on the second hand. Thanks.
This in 36-37mm perfect watch
I have the Citizen Garrison Titanium field watch and kinda want this one as well. Citizen really leaves the good stuff for the JDM market. (Edit) I want to add that I love mine so much it is a compliment to Citizen that I want more of their watches. Chronomaster being another one.
Yeah they definitely have some great options. I've been considering giving the Garrison a try too. Seems like a solid field watch. Thanks!
I'll tell you the watch that IS perfect, the PMD56-2952. Don't bother fiddling with the app, they are very easy to adjust manually! Mine only gains 2 seconds per Month anyway! Also, look at how CLEAR the day/date window is - faultless!!
Too bad the watch does not get radio signals here I Canada. Great looking watch! Thanks for the review.
Yeah. Bit of a bummer but the app wasn't bad to work with. Thanks Ian.
Anywhere to check it out in Canada, or online order only?
Thanks for sharing this, Bob! Beautiful shots as usual! I had heard about these Promaster watches in passing but never looked into them.
Appreciate that. Neat watch for sure.
Very interesting piece! Didn't know this watch. Thanks for showing it to us!
Thanks Adrian. Cheers!
Hard to justify an "everyday" watch for that price but thanks for review! Very nice watch! My everyday watches tend to be Vostoks or Casios with my more expensive ones for work or other occasions.
I get that. GShock usually gets the wrist time for that sort of everyday wear too.. Thanks Andy.
I must have watched every video on this before I bought the -2952 a few months back, but it is great to see your newer review now! I really really wish Citizen would offer this model worldwide. I even emailed them about it LOL.
Oh man, I so wish the same. This is one of my favorites lately. Such a well put together watch. Thanks Roy.
I thought it looked great in black until I saw the green version. What a looker.
Great watch. A contender for the Casio Oceanus t-200 but the Casio does more
Thanks. The T-200 is a watch I'd love to pick up sometime.
Actually the H, M, L indicates the signal strength when it is receiving a signal. If it has received a signal it will just point to the S.
Как же мне не хватает этой модели в коллекции!)))
Продал шикарные дайверы Orient Triton - и оставил себе только пару штук eco drive Citizen и G-Shock B200 !Ни как не приживаются у меня механические часы.Хочу,хочу,хочу,хочу - PMD56!!!!!♥️
Ok maybe almost perfect my man, but still closest to perfect! Great watch and video!
Very close! Thanks Juan :)
Perfect...stunning🎉
Calibre (H100) has PERFEX Multi 3000 features, including automatic hand position correction (as you noticed) and enhanced mechanical and electric shock protection.
I picked up a used one in Japan, great condition, didn't sync well with the JJY emulator then I figured out the problems, the previous owner didn't know how to operate this watch and messed up the watch's reference position and time zone.
I reset everything in this watch and synced it again, worked like a charm. Now I know why he sold it for a cheap price, he might think it was broken or something 😂
Sounds like you got a great score then. It's such an awesome watch. 👍
Great video as always Bob on a cool piece
Thanks a lot Chris.
Thanks for the Video.. What colour is the dial exactly?
Really awesome piece! I love the green dial!
I absolutely love it. Wish it could receive signal but still a really nice watch. Thanks :)
TimeToGo Travel And Timepieces Yes that would have been nice! C’mon Japan!!! 😁
Cool looking watch never seen it before. Thanks for the review B
It was new to me until recently too. Very neat watch.
Very cool watch. Thanks for another great review. 👍
Appreciate that!
Awesome watch dude!!!
Great review.
Thought you might like this one. Thanks👍
Yes..... still needs 24 hr subtended markings......wish I had this on my 8180BM-03. Also this....the tip of the second hand doesn't seem to have lume, as does my cheaper 8180. Lastly, the second hand has the opposite side (of pointer) counterweight looking piece that is a distraction.
The watch is beautiful. Do you know how long the battery lasts? I know battery prices are quite expensive, so I wondered if it is worth it.
It's an eco-drive (solar powered) watch so it would likely be quite a number of years before the capacitor needs to be serviced.
If this lost the day but kept the date it’d be perfect. The date + day makes the dial slightly too linearly busy in my opinion. I understand that the Euro markets are like that (i.e., only the date), for this thing?
That would definitely clean up the look for sure.
@@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces - actually, I live in Japan and the inclusion of the day is what’s always prevented me from buying one of these (I generally don’t buy online). Otherwise it would be an awesome ‘generic’ hiking watch too . . .
Man! Great review, I think I'm gonna pick one up
It's such a cool piece. Thanks AB👍
For this current apocallypse it does.
True
Between this watch and casio oceanus t200 and t3000 and citizen cb0171-89e which one do you prefer? My wrist size is 17cm
I'd have to lean towards the Oceanus. I actually just picked up a t200 and I've owned to 3000 amd loved both. Tough call though. The Citizens are great watches too.
I really, really like the limited Monte Belle version of this watch. So bummed it’s limited edition.
Saw that one in a couple videos. Looks great too.
The PMD56-2952 is WAY smarter than the Mont Bell (not Monte Belle, or I've had my eyes shut!).
Great review! But this is the perfect watch.
You’re lucky your second hands hit the markers. Mine doesn’t, and I’m OCD…otherwise perfect.
Wow!! I love this one 😁 Excellent review Bob!!
It's awesome! Thanks man 👍
I just bought a Citizen Eco-drive GMT so I am on youtube to check review for it, to validate my choice LOL
However I found this, such a gem from Citizen, and it seems like you can only buy it from Japan. Great value and lots of premium features for such a good price. Also I just subscribed to your channel!
Thanks so much. It's an excellent watch for sure. I believe it's only available in Japan but if you can find one it's really nice. Cheers!
I like more the GTM you already bought.
I have the Citizen Royal Marines Commando GMT Full Titanium version, in lovely condition, with box and papers, second hand, for £210 including postage!
That is very nice.
I think so too. Thanks.
Thank You Nice Watch
Thanks!
Great review !
could u kindly confirm the size of this watch is it 39mm ? and Lug to Lug is 44mm ? is it correct ?
regards !
I got a case width of 39mm and 44.8mm lug to lug. Thanks.
Seiko could learn some things from the bracelet.
For sure. Love the way they did the bracelet and clasp. Thanks Jon.
And from hitting the markers
I wish Citizen made an Eco Drive, "atomic" Fugu diver,with a dial as clean as this.
That would be awesome. I'd buy one for sure!
i love the look of it do you have another suggestion of a better watch that i dont have to worry about the signal ?
Bertucci a2t solar
hi, so when I want to set the time automatically using the radio signal, would that also set my day/date/year for me as well? or do I need to set the dates manually before I set the time using radio signals
It sets the dates automatically as well.
I'll bet it does on a Leap year too!@@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces
Would the radio control for this work in the UK?
Not 100% but I believe you'd have to use that emulator to get it to work.
Thanks. I just received mine today from Japan and used the jjy emulator. I was kind of expecting a more vibrant bright green dial as the one you see in the advertising photos but it's actually quite a dark and discrete green instead. Other than that it's great. 👍
Does it work like a normal watch. I.m not interested to use the radiocontrol function. In my country there is no signal
You can manually set the time.
I don’t get it. Why would they limit this to JYY? I understand it’s for the JDM market but the US Promaster Tough misses out on made in Japan, The tool-less on the go extension (a must) the 20mm lugs and the date window which is flawless on this watch. The US version also costs more street price v street price. I don’t get it. Why not make a global version with full support and RAKE IN THE CASH. It’s literally perfect as a daily.
Yeah that's really the only downside of it. Otherwise it's just about perfect.
Does this watch have Power Reserve Indicator showing the battery charger level?
Did they release one with US city based adjustment yet?
Haven't heard if they have or not yet.
@@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces Thank you for confirming ! Appreciate it.
請問為什麼不用中講解電波表的工能
The Amazon link shows a different Citizen model, not the one reviewed on this video...!!!
Oh sorry. I'll take a look when I'm back by my computer.
Radio control fail for me. Looks great though.
I was just curious if all Citizen atomic watches work only in Japan or is just the JD models?
I think it's just JD. I've owned a Satellite Wave and it worked great here where I live.
@@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces, thanks Bob.
Is this thé perfect one-watch? Looks like it
Definitely pretty close.
Younger ArchieLuxary? ))
What's it mater if it gets radio signal ...it honestly never needs adjustment without it. (Minus date) so once a month set it to atomic time. Problem solved
Hey I Was wondering are all eco drives perpetual? Sometimes they don’t mention it in spec list
This is really what I’ve been looking for. Simple citizen watch, titanium, perpetual , 40mm diameter, Sapphire crysta. This watch goes beyond my list omg I’m Saborit to order it haha
Most aren't perpetual. If they are they'll likely mention in.
Man, I still can't figure out the damn leap year settings. Thought I finally had it down a few months ago but this morning I see the date displaying 30th vs 31st. Sigh
Like citizens & titanium..
So I’m only 25 seconds into the video and he says “almost perfect watch.” I disagree. I challenge anyone to name a better and cleaner watch, with all the features this has, than this!
In U.S. with no available mobile service. So Solar but not "radio-controlled."
Yes. Only solar but you can set it manually too.
@@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces Thank you. I have a Casio solar GS that has lasted over twenty years.
@@thomaslinton5765 Nice. They're definitely solid watches.
The app that emulates the Japan tower signal works flawlessly for me. This is a great watch.
Sorry, mate, but who made you a watch expert? Self proclaimed?
Just love watches. Far from being an expert.
"Against the green"? it does come in green.
oh man if only they made this watch with black dial... unf there is only the one with black bezel. shame..
Anyone showing this on a leather strap ?
Bet it would look killer on a nice leather strap.