Citizen Spain has expanded its “OF” lineup with two fresh military-inspired field watches: the Citizen AW1870-08A and AW1877-09X. Built around a classic, no-nonsense field watch formula, these new models focus on easy readability, rugged everyday wear, and practical sizing—without adding extra complications that can clutter the dial.
Both watches come in a more compact 40 mm stainless steel case that should suit a wider range of wrists than many oversized tool watches. At 10.4 mm thick, they keep a relatively slim, traditional profile that feels closer to the field watch roots enthusiasts tend to prefer.
The Citizen AW1870-08A goes for a clean, high-contrast look. It pairs a silver-tone steel case with a matte white dial, bold black Arabic numerals, and a red minute track to improve at-a-glance timing. The black hands are treated with luminous material, helping visibility when lighting conditions drop.
If you’re after something more modern and tactical-looking, the Citizen AW1877-09X leans into a stealthier aesthetic. It features a grey PVD-coated case and a textured olive green dial, delivering a more contemporary “field-ready” vibe while still staying true to straightforward legibility.
To complete the field watch identity, both references are fitted with durable green nylon straps with traditional buckle closures—practical, lightweight, and consistent with the military-inspired theme.
Inside, Citizen uses its J810 Eco-Drive movement, a light-powered quartz caliber designed for convenience and reliability. Once fully charged, it offers an 8-month power reserve, and it keeps things simple with a date window positioned at 3 o’clock. For daily use, both watches are rated to 10 bar (100 meters) of water resistance and use a screw-down case back. One detail some buyers may weigh carefully is the use of mineral glass instead of sapphire, which can be more prone to scratches over time compared to sapphire crystal.
In Spain, pricing starts at €143.10 (around $170) for the AW1870-08A, while the AW1877-09X is listed from €152.10 (around $180). For anyone searching for an affordable Citizen Eco-Drive field watch with a wearable 40 mm case, these two new releases offer a solid mix of military styling, everyday durability, and low-maintenance solar-powered timekeeping.
