A few Months ago the new NY0085 (coke) with the 8204 movement in my collection. It become my favorite daily beater, so i guess the other watches are a little bit jealous getting much less wristtime. What a wonderful, reliable, robust, accurate and good looking watch.
They’ve now updated these with the hacking 8 series movement for really no cost difference. Just ordered up the NY0085 (coke bezel) and look forward to seeing it!
These watches are fantastic value for money. ISO rated divers. The Myota movement is more accurate than the Seiko 7s26 movement. I have three. The original black dial and bezel, the Pepsi model as shown and the fully lumed dial model which is my favourite.
I just bought this same watch I absolutely love it mine Bezel line's up perfect love the signed crown Pepsi Bezel great watch paid $175 US thanks for the video 👍
I bought the red and blue bezel eco drive to monts later I Sean the automatic version and I just had to buy it there beautiful out of all the watches I have these are my favorite ones I got them at a good price
I am considering this for my first Diver's watch in my collection as I already have a Seiko. Should I also look at Orient and alba (although it is not really a diver with only 10BAR spec)? I am particularly attracted to the design of this watch and its thinner than Orient.
I love this watch. You may also like the Citizen NY0040. There is one with a black dial and one with a blue dial. Also check out the Orient Ray 2, it’s a great proposition. Seiko SKX009 is also wonderful.
@@GadgetsforGentlemen Thank you, I am trying to get hold of a NY0040 to feel it along with the 88/86. I think they feel the same except for the color. No other change in features. The reason why I like this over Orient is that although they may be very close in the lug to lug measurement, the thickness of this Citizen is lesser and the difference really shows when you wear it. I have a G shock of similar 12.4mm thickness and it suits me perfectly. I am not keen on Seiko as I already have one, even though its not a diver's its an automatic. I am also considering Eco drive after seeing Citizen's collections. They are underrated and also little more expensive because of the their Eco drive movement.
Welcome sir! I feel like you can’t go wrong with the Citizen dive watches. Especially this one and the NY0040. The eco drives look cool, but I prefer an automatic.
Hi, Thanks for this great review. I was about to buy it, but I’m hesitating with the Promaster Marine NY01200-1EE. Any advice please ? Thanks for you help 🙏
Great vid thank you! can you please tell me what the difference is between the NY0086 16LE and the NY0086 16(L) I would appreciate any info with regards to slight differences please
Much appreciated. To me it seems like the exact same watch. Be careful there is both a black dial and blue dial version with a pepsi bezel. Make sure to get the one that you like.
Hello, I'm thinking to get one of these. Just in shop they are saying it is not possible to change the straps with non original coz it's some strange or something. It's hard for me to believe in that story..
Hi! Thanks for writing. You can change the straps easily. For example a NATO strap or leather strap. Straight end metal bracelet. Normal size 20mm. Check my archives if you want to find out more: look for citizen ny0040 on my channel.
Hi, I just got one of these. When setting the date, I noticed the second hand kept ticking even when the bezel was pulled fully out. Does that happen with yours?
Hi there, when I change the time or date the second hand keeps running as well. Mine has no hacking function. However the movement allows for handwinding.
Very under the radar these....according to 'The Urban Gentry' the Black version of this is used by the Italian navy. Exactly the same level as the SKX apparently.....for a lot less.
I like that channel! The NY0040 slightly altered I believe: Marina Militare. Up to 500 meters. All in all amazing watches. This watch is basically the same. Just different colors. If I am not mistaken 🤓 I have the black dial version too.
@@GadgetsforGentlemen I have SKX's, Monsters etc. I also have the Solar Powered Promaster 42mm which is excellent. I'm contemplating one of these. Very much their own thing, design wise, which has to be respected. They're very original in a world full of homages'
@@GadgetsforGentlemen I have the orange and the black MK1's which are still the best I think (with really simple rectangular markers). Yes very nice. They fit very similar to this I think, in terms of footprint. Very compact but more square in profile so will feel bigger...even though there's little difference. Like all things Seiko though they do go for too much now I feel. If you like the Citizens....Monsters will feel like an old friend.
Would love to test them one day. Couple of weeks ago I pulled the trigger again on the SKX009J1. Prices have risen. Although they might end up being collectibles, the Citizen is a more economic choice 😁
Nice review! I once owned a Citizen Automatic Marine Sport NH8385-11E , bought grey market (creation watches) for 99 euro, but didn't like the metallic look of the hands, indices and markings on the bezel, or the green color of the lume, it gave the watch a cheap feel, so I sold it again on marktplaats with a profit LOL. Now I am looking to get me one of these, the Pepsi Promaster, but I would like to know: how is the lume color and how are the hands, indices and bezel markers on this watch? It's hard to tell from a video. Also: I own a watch with the Miyota 8215 movement and it suffers from 'stuttering seconds hand syndrome' 😂 how is the 8203 movement behaving? Cheerz, us Dutchies rule 🤘 Ps: I think you forgot to mention this is a certified diver's watch.
€99 is a true bargain! I will make a new video of this watch shortly! Stay tuned on the channel. In a nutshell: lume is extraordinary. No stutters. Bezel does not fully align. Indeed Iso certified. Nice to have a fellow Dutchman here. I think all nations rule though😉
Is the best Pepsi in original design for the price? Probably this or the SKX, I guess.... Even though SKX prices have gone up. Its a shame these Citizen's have average bracelets with folded links, not sure if you can get solid bracelets designed for these models...
A few Months ago the new NY0085 (coke) with the 8204 movement in my collection. It become my favorite daily beater, so i guess the other watches are a little bit jealous getting much less wristtime. What a wonderful, reliable, robust, accurate and good looking watch.
Best Diver of History
I bought this watch some days ago on a cruise ship. I'm very happy.
Enjoy it! ⌚️🌊
Great review! NY00 Citizen watches are indisputably better - in accuracy and beauty - than SKX00 Seiko watches.
Thank you sir. I will have a NY00 comparison here this weekend 😁 Stay tuned if you like!
And QC! 👊🏼🤙🏼
They’ve now updated these with the hacking 8 series movement for really no cost difference. Just ordered up the NY0085 (coke bezel) and look forward to seeing it!
Yes a new stop and start function (hacking) in the newer movement.
That's the most beautiful looking in that series 😍
Well done. You upgraded from the Seiko to the Citizen and paid less for it. I'm still enjoying my NY0040.
I have them both now: the Seiko SKX009J1 and the Citizen NY0086-16le 🤭
I just recently purchased this watch and am absolutely loving this watch 👍🏻
These watches are fantastic value for money. ISO rated divers. The Myota movement is more accurate than the Seiko 7s26 movement. I have three. The original black dial and bezel, the Pepsi model as shown and the fully lumed dial model which is my favourite.
I agree with you. Amazing watches. I love the design of the SKX007/009/013 too 😁 What is the reference of the third Promaster that you own?
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The all lume seems pretty Kool. In looking at getting the coke bezel. Just wondering how well they fit on small wrists
They fit nicely. Small wrists (6.25 inches) here too.
I just bought this same watch I absolutely love it mine Bezel line's up perfect love the signed crown Pepsi Bezel great watch paid $175 US thanks for the video 👍
Have fun with it! Glad your bezel aligns well!
Looks amazing and for an unbelievable price! I got an eco-drive myself that came in the exact yellow "oxygen tank". Enjoy my friend.
Enjoy yours too 😁 Lovely watches!
I bought the red and blue bezel eco drive to monts later I Sean the automatic version and I just had to buy it there beautiful out of all the watches I have these are my favorite ones I got them at a good price
Great watch!
Beautifull one just ordered mine , thanks for the vid
Thanks sir! Enjoy it 😁
I am considering this for my first Diver's watch in my collection as I already have a Seiko. Should I also look at Orient and alba (although it is not really a diver with only 10BAR spec)? I am particularly attracted to the design of this watch and its thinner than Orient.
I love this watch. You may also like the Citizen NY0040. There is one with a black dial and one with a blue dial. Also check out the Orient Ray 2, it’s a great proposition. Seiko SKX009 is also wonderful.
@@GadgetsforGentlemen Thank you, I am trying to get hold of a NY0040 to feel it along with the 88/86. I think they feel the same except for the color. No other change in features. The reason why I like this over Orient is that although they may be very close in the lug to lug measurement, the thickness of this Citizen is lesser and the difference really shows when you wear it. I have a G shock of similar 12.4mm thickness and it suits me perfectly. I am not keen on Seiko as I already have one, even though its not a diver's its an automatic. I am also considering Eco drive after seeing Citizen's collections. They are underrated and also little more expensive because of the their Eco drive movement.
Welcome sir! I feel like you can’t go wrong with the Citizen dive watches. Especially this one and the NY0040. The eco drives look cool, but I prefer an automatic.
This two watches have the same dimensions?
Yes sir
Great review and beautiful footage at the end!
Much appreciated! Stay tuned for more Promaster shots soon 😉
is there a full lume version of this?
Hi,
Thanks for this great review.
I was about to buy it, but I’m hesitating with the Promaster Marine NY01200-1EE.
Any advice please ?
Thanks for you help 🙏
Great vid thank you! can you please tell me what the difference is between the NY0086 16LE and the NY0086 16(L) I would appreciate any info with regards to slight differences please
Much appreciated. To me it seems like the exact same watch. Be careful there is both a black dial and blue dial version with a pepsi bezel. Make sure to get the one that you like.
Hello,
I'm thinking to get one of these. Just in shop they are saying it is not possible to change the straps with non original coz it's some strange or something. It's hard for me to believe in that story..
Hi! Thanks for writing. You can change the straps easily. For example a NATO strap or leather strap. Straight end metal bracelet. Normal size 20mm. Check my archives if you want to find out more: look for citizen ny0040 on my channel.
Hi, I just got one of these. When setting the date, I noticed the second hand kept ticking even when the bezel was pulled fully out. Does that happen with yours?
Hi there, when I change the time or date the second hand keeps running as well. Mine has no hacking function. However the movement allows for handwinding.
hello, who shines longer?
Very nice vid but no lume shots?
Much appreciated. My bad. Will correct this next time.
The best price I found on the internet on the automatic was 172 every thing included from my island
Great deal!
What is your wrist size? Nice review, thank you.
Thank you very much! Wrist size about 6.3 inches.
Very under the radar these....according to 'The Urban Gentry' the Black version of this is used by the Italian navy. Exactly the same level as the SKX apparently.....for a lot less.
I like that channel! The NY0040 slightly altered I believe: Marina Militare. Up to 500 meters. All in all amazing watches. This watch is basically the same. Just different colors. If I am not mistaken 🤓 I have the black dial version too.
@@GadgetsforGentlemen I have SKX's, Monsters etc. I also have the Solar Powered Promaster 42mm which is excellent. I'm contemplating one of these. Very much their own thing, design wise, which has to be respected. They're very original in a world full of homages'
Nice watches! Can’t go wrong with a Citizen Promaster! I never wore a Monster before. Do you like it?
@@GadgetsforGentlemen I have the orange and the black MK1's which are still the best I think (with really simple rectangular markers). Yes very nice. They fit very similar to this I think, in terms of footprint. Very compact but more square in profile so will feel bigger...even though there's little difference. Like all things Seiko though they do go for too much now I feel. If you like the Citizens....Monsters will feel like an old friend.
Would love to test them one day. Couple of weeks ago I pulled the trigger again on the SKX009J1. Prices have risen. Although they might end up being collectibles, the Citizen is a more economic choice 😁
Nice review! I once owned a Citizen Automatic Marine Sport NH8385-11E , bought grey market (creation watches) for 99 euro, but didn't like the metallic look of the hands, indices and markings on the bezel, or the green color of the lume, it gave the watch a cheap feel, so I sold it again on marktplaats with a profit LOL. Now I am looking to get me one of these, the Pepsi Promaster, but I would like to know: how is the lume color and how are the hands, indices and bezel markers on this watch? It's hard to tell from a video. Also: I own a watch with the Miyota 8215 movement and it suffers from 'stuttering seconds hand syndrome' 😂 how is the 8203 movement behaving? Cheerz, us Dutchies rule 🤘
Ps: I think you forgot to mention this is a certified diver's watch.
€99 is a true bargain! I will make a new video of this watch shortly! Stay tuned on the channel. In a nutshell: lume is extraordinary. No stutters. Bezel does not fully align. Indeed Iso certified. Nice to have a fellow Dutchman here. I think all nations rule though😉
Is the best Pepsi in original design for the price?
Probably this or the SKX, I guess.... Even though SKX prices have gone up.
Its a shame these Citizen's have average bracelets with folded links, not sure if you can get solid bracelets designed for these models...
I don’t know if you can get a solid links bracelet. Definitely you could get a 20mm straight end bracelet by MiLTAT.
Good price, where did you buy the watch?
Don''t bother answering.... Siebel juwelier
That is correct. It was on promotion/sale
Ok really, you did not show the lume? Why???
I guess I forgot about it 🫢
La meilleure plongeuse pour un pêcheur Marocain
Cher monsieur, merci pour votre réponse. Je suis tout à fait d'accord que c'est une montre est très utile et fantastique. Cordialement, des Pays-Bas.
Nice one.
I agree 😁
no hacking? no thank you
Go x the eco d.
sorry but this is not a gadget for gentlemen, thats too cheap, my shoes worth more
Hi, thanks for writing! I think this watch is very affordable and offers a lot of value for the money. I do not consider it to be cheap.
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Strange comment. Must have low self esteem
So dive with Your shoes