Citizen Eco-Drive Field Watch (High Visibility Indices)

No, the Citizen Eco-Drive line utilizes solar-powered technology, which converts both natural and artificial light into electrical energy stored in a rechargeable cell. As long as it receives regular light exposure, it will run continuously without needing a standard battery replacement.

This specific model features oversized hour markers and hands heavily coated in luminescent material like LumiBrite to ensure time-telling in near-total darkness. This focus on visibility makes it particularly useful for nighttime outdoor activities or emergency services.

Most Citizen field watches feature a water resistance of at least 100 meters, making them highly capable of handling heavy rain, splashes, and swimming. However, they should never be used for scuba diving unless specifically rated for much higher pressures.

Citizen typically uses mineral crystal or their proprietary anti-reflective sapphire crystal on their mid-to-high tier field watches. Sapphire crystal offers superior scratch resistance, which is ideal for rugged outdoor environments.