Citizen launches a sporty watch that packs an edgy look

DUBAI, UAE - Oct. 29, 2014 - PRLog -- CITIZEN launches the second edition of the popular Toyota 86 collaborated model. It celebrates the performance of the TOYOTA 86, an FR sports car that has grown in popularity among global motor sports enthusiasts and truly stands alone when it comes to handling. The new model packs superior functionality such as 1/1000-second chronograph function and World Time in a powerful and sporty design. Its case band achieves lighter weight by using titanium—which weighs 40% less than stainless steel.

About the TOYOTA 86

The TOYOTA 86 is a sports car co-developed by Toyota Motor Corporation and Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd., which share the idea of creating an ultimate dream car that brings back the thrill of driving. The concept, “an FR car with instinctive handling,” conveys the sheer fun of driving experienced through precise handling and control.

Main features

■Elements in common with TOYOTA 86

The watch face features a “T mesh pattern”with customary Toyota “T”logo as a motif, which is also used in the driver’s cockpit metres of the TOYOTA 86. Start and Stop positions of 1/100- 1/10- and 1/1-chronograph hands are suggestive of the cockpit’s triple metres such as tachometre and speed metre, producing an edgy sporty look.

Eco-Drive and TOYOTA 86 logos engraved on the reverse side further emphasize this unique collaboration. The watch also features TOYOTA 86 logo at the 8 o’clock position and on the crown.

■  Incorporates race-born functions such as chronograph for 1/1000-second measurement and World Time.

Chronograph measurement is available in units of 1/1000 second. The digital display shows figures in units of 1/1000, while two small hands in the subdials at 12 o’clock show 1/10 and 1/100 second chronographs, and a small hand in the subdials at 10 o’clock shows 1/1 second.

“Race Mode”memorizes records of lap time, and the fastest lap time can be displayed and recorded with advanced entry of course distance. A “Memo Mode”can also recall the record made at previous measurement. LCD shows World Time (43 cities plus UTC), Alarm and Timer, respectively by switching. A red LED used for backlight ensures visibility even in darkness.

■  Designed with consideration for operational performance.

A hinge structure used for push-button moving parts makes measurement operation smoother. Anti-slip parts are also used for push button and casing parts at 9 o’clock. A dynamic case design with a 47.4mm (designed value) diameter of also reflects consideration for the best operational performance.

The case and band use titanium, which is 40% lighter than stainless steel. Meanwhile, CITIZEN’s proprietary surface-hardening technology delivers superior scratch resistance, maintaining beautiful look and lustre