A beautifully preserved Citizen Automatic timepiece featuring a captivating blue gradient sunburst dial with applied geometric hour markers. The dial is complemented by clean silver-toned hands, a sweep seconds hand and classic Citizen branding with “21 Jewels” markings.
Featuring a distinctive cushion-style stainless-steel case and matching stainless-steel Jubilee-style bracelet, this New Old Stock (NOS) Citizen combines classic Japanese watchmaking character with a refined retro aesthetic.
Collector’s Note
This Citizen Automatic showcases the bold case proportions and distinctive dial styling associated with classic Japanese mechanical watches.
The blue gradient sunburst dial creates impressive visual depth as it catches the light, while the applied geometric markers and silver-toned hands maintain a clean and sophisticated appearance.
Powered by a 21-jewel automatic mechanical movement, this NOS example offers collectors the opportunity to own a beautifully preserved Citizen automatic timepiece.
Specifications
* Brand: Citizen
* Collection: Automatic
* Movement: 21-Jewel Automatic Mechanical
* Watch Type: Men’s Wristwatch
* Condition: New Old Stock (NOS)
* Case Material: Stainless Steel
* Case Shape: Cushion
* Case Width: Approx. 37 mm, excluding crown
* Dial Color: Blue Gradient
* Dial Finish: Sunburst
* Hour Markers: Applied Geometric Indices
* Hands: Silver-Toned Hour & Minute Hands with Sweep Seconds Hand
* Jewels: 21 Jewels
* Crystal: Factory-Fitted Crystal
* Case Back: Stainless Steel Screw-Down Case Back
* Bracelet: Stainless Steel Jubilee-Style Link Bracelet
* Clasp: Folding Clasp
* Clasp Branding: Citizen
Case
The watch features a distinctive stainless-steel cushion-style case measuring approximately 37 mm in width, excluding the crown.
The compact cushion profile gives the watch a strong vintage-inspired presence while maintaining comfortable proportions for everyday wear.
Dial
The highlight of this Citizen is its blue gradient sunburst dial.
The dial features a dynamic blue finish that creates subtle variations in tone under different lighting conditions. Applied geometric hour markers provide definition and depth, complemented by clean silver-toned hands and a sweep seconds hand.
The dial is finished with classic Citizen branding and “21 Jewels” markings.
Case Back
The watch features a stainless-steel screw-down case back with factory engravings and markings.
Visible references include 4-162021 SMS and 63-4131, along with production codes and water-resistance-related markings as present on the watch.
Bracelet & Hardware
The watch is fitted with a matching stainless-steel Jubilee-style link bracelet, complementing the cushion-shaped case and giving the watch a refined integrated appearance.
The folding clasp carries the official Citizen branding, adding to its original-style factory presentation.
Condition — New Old Stock
New Old Stock (NOS) condition.
This Citizen has been preserved in exceptionally clean condition, retaining a crisp and highly preserved appearance with minimal to no visible signs of wear.
The watch is fully functional and keeping accurate time at the time of listing.
As an older NOS timepiece, minor age-related characteristics may naturally be present despite its excellent overall condition.
Why You’ll Love It
* Captivating blue gradient sunburst dial
* Distinctive applied geometric hour markers
* Classic cushion-style stainless-steel case
* 21-jewel automatic mechanical movement
* Compact approx. 37 mm case size
* Matching stainless-steel Jubilee-style bracelet
* Signed Citizen folding clasp
* Beautifully preserved New Old Stock condition
* Strong Japanese mechanical-watch character
* Excellent choice for Citizen collectors and vintage-watch enthusiasts
Important Note — NOS Collection
Every watch in the Watchex NOS Collection is carefully curated for its condition, character and collector appeal.
Please review all provided photographs thoroughly, as they form an essential part of the product description. For NOS watches, photographs may represent the model and its overall condition; minor variations in factory markings, protective plastics, storage-related characteristics or finishing may occur between individual pieces.
As these are older New Old Stock timepieces, minor age-related characteristics may naturally be present despite their preserved condition.
