Citizen Sport Casual Chrono 40mm with Blue Dial CA4624-56L

The blue dial gives this Citizen chronograph its first impression, with three inset counters and a slim outer timing scale adding detail without obscuring the main hands. The stainless steel case and bracelet keep the palette straightforward, leaving the dial to carry the sporty character.

Why this watch stands out

The subdials are spaced across a deep blue face, while the pushers beside the crown give you direct control of the stopwatch. Its steel bracelet makes this a different proposition from a chronograph on a fabric or rubber strap: the timing functions are there when you need them, but the watch still has the finish of an everyday steel model.

What does all of this do?

The chronograph measures elapsed time independently of the regular time display. Citizen’s B620 movement can time an interval of up to 60 minutes in fifths of a second. The watch also shows the date. Its Eco-Drive system converts light into electrical energy, reducing the need for routine battery replacement.

Our take

This one is about balance. The blue dial has enough going on to reward a closer look, but the steel case and bracelet keep the chronograph from looking like a dedicated piece of sporting equipment.