Description
Citizen mechanical wristwatch
MADE IN JAPAN
The Citizen Legacy: A Pioneer of Precision
Founded in 1918, Citizen is now one of the largest watch and movement groups in the world. The Japanese brand is known for its highly accurate and reliable Eco-Drive solar-powered watches. The Citizen group owns Bulova, Alpina, Frederique Constant, and Arnold & Son, as well as movement manufacturers Miyota and La Joux-Perret.
🕰️ Citizen 6501 Series — Overview
The Citizen 4-650468 Y belongs to the 6501 Series (often referred to simply as the Citizen 6501 Automatic line). In the early 1970s, Citizen organized many of its watches by their movement caliber rather than marketing “sub-brands” (like the Promaster or Tsuyosa lines we see today).
The Citizen 6501 Line: Mechanical Reliability Meets 70s Flair
The 6501 line can be described as the “dependable daily driver” of Citizen’s 1970s catalog. These watches were designed to be versatile, mid-range timepieces that combined the ruggedness of the Parawater (waterproof) technology with the experimental, “space-age” aesthetics of the era. The line is characterized by its wide variety of dial colors—most notably the sunburst blues and greens—and sculptural, chunky case designs that moved away from the thin, delicate profiles of the 1960s.
Step back into the golden age of Japanese watchmaking with this authentic early example of 1970s Citizen Automatic. This timepiece features a striking cushion-shaped stainless steel case that perfectly frames a deep blue dial. The dial is accented by applied silver-tone indices and a convenient day-date window at the 3 o’clock position.
Powered by the reliable Citizen Caliber 6501 movement, this watch offers 21 jewels of mechanical precision with a self-winding mechanism. The case back bears the classic “Parawater” designation, a signature of Citizen’s early waterproof technology. Paired with a comfortable vintage-style mesh stainless steel bracelet, this watch is a versatile addition to any collection—offering a perfect blend of retro style and engineering history.
Product Specifications:
- Movement: 21-Jewel Caliber 6501 Automatic (Mechanical)
- Case Material: Stainless Steel
- Case size: 36mm x 36mm(Lug to lug x width with crown), thickness 11.5mm
- Lug width: 18mm
- Dial Color: Blue
- Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Day/Date Calendar
- Water Resistance: Vintage “Parawater” (Not guaranteed for modern diving)
- Band: Original Vintage Stainless Steel Mesh
Watch went through a complete service by a professional watch tech and keeps good time.
Comes complete with original stainless steel bracelet*.
(*)Note: Stock bracelets are often shortened by previous owners and may not fit you(see bracelet size in the product images). We recommend adding a new Citizen lug width matched leather strap with your order.
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Citizen lug width matched leather straps: 18mm -19mm - 20mm
About the watch factory
The Spirit of Innovation: The Citizen Legacy
Founded in 1918 with the mission of creating timepieces that are “Citizens” of the world, the Citizen Watch Company has spent over a century redefining the boundaries of horology. From its origins as the Shokosha Watch Research Institute, the brand has remained steadfast in its philosophy: “Better Starts Now.” This belief—that it is always possible to make something better—transformed a local Japanese workshop into a global powerhouse of precision and craft. By controlling the entire manufacturing process in-house, from the individual components to the final assembly, Citizen ensures an uncompromising standard of quality that few manufacturers on earth can match.
What truly sets Citizen apart is its relentless pursuit of pioneering technology paired with environmental consciousness. The brand made history by introducing the world’s first light-powered watch, the Eco-Drive, which eliminated the need for battery replacements and forever changed the industry’s approach to sustainability. Beyond its eco-friendly milestones, Citizen’s history is decorated with “world firsts,” including the first professional diving watch with an electronic depth sensor and the most accurate satellite-synchronized timekeeping systems. When you wear a Citizen, you aren’t just wearing a watch; you are wearing a piece of history engineered for the future.
Why Choose Citizen?
- In-House Excellence: Every movement is manufactured vertically within their own Japanese facilities.
- Eco-Drive Technology: Powered by any light source, ensuring your watch never stops and never needs a battery.
- Heritage of Firsts: A century-long track record of technical breakthroughs in durability and precision.
