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3 - Casio / Citizen / Seiko - 202410032229

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3 - Casio / Citizen / Seiko - 202410032229

Casio A158WA-1

USD 23

Casio

Citizen Tsuyosa Automatic

USD 450

Citizen

Seiko 5 Field Sports

USD 295

Seiko

Middle class holy trinity. Reach for one of these baddies when you want the server at Applebee’s to know you make $45K a year 😏

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A.I. Watch Collection Review

7.5

### **3 Watches - Casio (33.3%) / Citizen (33.3%) / Seiko (33.3%)**

 

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### **% Exposure by Style:**

 

1. **Field: 33.3%**

Seiko 5 Field Sports

 

2. **Casual: 33.3%**

Citizen Tsuyosa Automatic

 

3. **Vintage-Inspired: 33.3%**

Casio 158WA-1

 

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### **% Exposure by Movement:**

 

1. **Automatic: 66.6%**

Citizen Tsuyosa Automatic, Seiko 5 Field Sports

 

2. **Quartz: 33.3%**

Casio 158WA-1

 

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### **Overall Collection Rating: 7.5/10**

 

This collection focuses on accessible, reliable timepieces with a balance of automatic and quartz watches. It appeals to the practical, everyday wearer with its mix of vintage aesthetics and modern automatic movements. The Seiko 5 Field Sports provides robust field capability, while the Citizen Tsuyosa adds a touch of casual refinement with its automatic movement and vibrant design. The Casio 158WA-1 brings nostalgic charm with its classic digital layout.

 

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### **Breakdown by Watch Collection Metrics:**

 

- **Brand - Rating 7.0/10 (Weight: 10%)**

The collection is anchored by respected, well-known brands, but focuses on their more entry-level offerings. Casio and Seiko bring their reputation for reliability, while Citizen’s Tsuyosa brings modern appeal.

 

- **History & Innovation - Rating 6.8/10 (Weight: 10%)**

These watches come from brands with deep histories, though the individual models focus more on practical, straightforward designs rather than groundbreaking innovations.

 

- **Rarity - Rating 6.0/10 (Weight: 10%)**

The watches in this collection are readily available and widely accessible, especially the Casio and Seiko models, making them common but highly reliable.

 

- **Material - Rating 7.0/10 (Weight: 10%)**

The collection primarily utilizes durable stainless steel cases and reliable materials for the straps and dials. The build quality is consistent with their price points.

 

- **Movement - Rating 7.5/10 (Weight: 10%)**

With two automatics from Citizen and Seiko, the collection leans toward more refined movements in accessible ranges. The quartz movement in the Casio provides everyday precision without the need for regular winding.

 

- **Versatility - Rating 7.8/10 (Weight: 10%)**

These watches cover a wide range of daily scenarios, from outdoor activities with the Seiko 5 Field Sports to casual or even office wear with the Citizen Tsuyosa. The Casio 158WA-1 adds vintage charm, versatile enough for a variety of casual settings.

 

- **Complications - Rating 6.0/10 (Weight: 10%)**

The collection is light on complications, with standard timekeeping and day-date features across the board. The focus remains on simplicity and function.

 

- **Functions - Rating 7.0/10 (Weight: 10%)**

The watches perform well in their intended categories. The Seiko 5 Field Sports offers water resistance and a durable design for outdoor use. The Casio provides excellent everyday digital functionality with its stopwatch and alarm, while the Citizen adds a touch of automatic elegance for daily wear.

 

- **Dials & Design - Rating 7.5/10 (Weight: 10%)**

The Citizen Tsuyosa’s vibrant, colorful dial stands out for a more playful, modern appeal. The Seiko 5 Field Sports brings a classic field watch aesthetic, while the Casio’s vintage digital design adds nostalgia.

 

- **Cohesiveness - Rating 7.2/10 (Weight: 10%)**

The collection mixes styles effectively, though the shift from digital to automatic and mechanical designs provides a mix that, while varied, can appear slightly eclectic. Nonetheless, the watches share a theme of everyday reliability.

 

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### **Collection Strengths and Potential Ways for Improvement:**

 

**Strengths:**

The collection offers a solid foundation of reliable, everyday watches that appeal to a practical wearer. The focus on classic, proven models from Casio, Seiko, and Citizen ensures the watches are robust and accessible.

 

**Potential Improvements:**

Adding a watch with a higher-end complication, such as a chronograph or GMT, could elevate the functionality and versatility. Including a more dress-oriented piece or one with additional complexity would add depth to the collection.

 

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### **Watch by Watch Summary:**

 

1. **Citizen Tsuyosa Automatic (7.7)**

- **Brand (7.0), History & Innovation (7.0), Rarity (6.0), Material (7.5), Dials & Design (8.0), Movement (7.5), Complications (6.0), Functions (7.0), Versatility (8.0), Cohesiveness (7.5)**

The Citizen Tsuyosa brings modern appeal with its vibrant dial and automatic movement. Its affordable price and casual, colorful design make it an excellent daily wearer.

 

2. **Seiko 5 Field Sports (7.5)**

- **Brand (7.5), History & Innovation (7.0), Rarity (6.5), Material (7.0), Dials & Design (7.0), Movement (7.5), Complications (6.0), Functions (7.5), Versatility (8.0), Cohesiveness (7.5)**

A classic field watch, the Seiko 5 Field Sports delivers on durability and practical functionality, featuring a robust automatic movement and a day-date complication. It excels in casual and outdoor settings.

 

3. **Casio 158WA-1 (7.2)**

- **Brand (7.0), History & Innovation (7.0), Rarity (6.0), Material (7.0), Dials & Design (7.5), Movement (6.5), Complications (6.0), Functions (7.5), Versatility (7.0), Cohesiveness (7.0)**

The Casio 158WA-1 is a vintage-inspired digital watch that brings nostalgic charm with its classic design. It excels as an everyday, no-fuss timepiece with practical digital functions like a stopwatch and alarm.

 

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**A.I. WatchMetrics Review v. 6.20**

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