Citizen Riva Chronograph

Mon, Jun 15, 2009

Citizen

When was the last time that you looked at your wrist? If you’re like millions of people around the world, you’ve likely looked to your wrist at least five times a day, every day, for most of your life. Starting from when we’re young, we crave to have an idea as to what time it is. Young children often use digital watches now in order to learn how to tell time easier, but years ago there was no such thing as a digital, and children had to learn how to read an analog version, much like the same type that their parents wore.

Wristwatches, though, have changed immensely from what they were when we were young. As children any one, especially those that were brightly colored and, for young girls, that had bands made with a jelly-like plastic material, were sought after. Now, however, mens watch products have become something that is worn not just to help a man to tell the time, but also to give him a touch of style.

History

In 1918, the Citizen watch company decided to jump into the industry and began creating pocket models for men. It was in 1924, however, when they struck gold by making a pocket model that they named the Citizen. Because of that model’s popularity, the company changed their name. Now, they are known around the world for being some of the most stylish and the most technical timepieces there are. They have changed the way that these timepieces are made, implementing solar power in order to keep their models running. Watches in their Eco-Drive range are powered using a special solar panel that is actually hidden under the face, making it easy to keep your timepiece in perfect working order at all times.

Movement

The Citizen Riva Chronograph watch is a series from the company that has become popular among those who are looking for a business look with a touch of class added to it. Powered by the unique Eco-Drive movement, no matter whether they’re for women or are mens watches, are created with the company’s popular four window system. The first window holds the main feature, allowing you to know what time it is with sleek, easy movement of the hands. The other three windows, however, house different features, including a perpetual calendar, a stop watch, and a calendar that reminds you of the date.

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Style

Citizen Riva Chronograph watches are known as much for their style, however, as for their face. They have metal link bands, colored in both steel and in gold, and incorporate diamonds into the frame of the watch face. There are anywhere from 30 – 40 small diamonds that are set around the bezel, making this style the perfect dress timepiece for a business meeting or for a special occasion. Both the ladies style, and the men’s style, is water resistant and is designed to not only look great, but to last for a very long time.

What They Are Known For

This brand has always been, and will always be known for quality, but the series is known for being not only stylish, but glamorous as well. Adding a touch of glamour to anyone’s regular day is a good idea, and while these will work well for an everyday basis, they’re mainly designed for special occasions, so that the wearer can sparkle as well as know what time it is. As beautiful as they are durable, they’re the ideal purchase.

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