{"product_id":"montre-citizen-electronic-4-350405-s-acier-coussin-vert-1970s","title":"Vintage Citizen Electronic 4-350405.S Steel — Cushion Green (1970s) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCitizen Electronic steel: the Japanese vintage watch with a sunburst green dial and electronic movement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Citizen watch is a \u003cstrong\u003edress watch\u003c\/strong\u003e, suitable for both men and women, from that pivotal period in the early 1970s when electronics were challenging mechanical watchmaking. Its \u003cstrong\u003ecushion-shaped steel case\u003c\/strong\u003e, with softly rounded angles and polished flanks, embodies a sober and timeless design. The whole measures 32mm (34mm with the crown) for a Lug-to-lug of 37mm and a thickness of 9.2mm, Crystal included. A dense, honest piece, anchored in its era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003esunburst green dial\u003c\/strong\u003e is the watch’s great asset. In the light, the radial shimmer of the emerald green shifts from dark to luminous depending on the angle, a living effect that modern dials struggle to recapture. Applied baton indexes punctuate the perimeter, while steel hands and a slim seconds hand sweep across the whole. The CITIZEN signature occupies the top of the dial, the \u003cstrong\u003eELECTRONIC\u003c\/strong\u003e mention the bottom, a witness to its period movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside beats a Citizen \u003cstrong\u003eelectronic balance movement\u003c\/strong\u003e, a technology positioned between mechanical watches and quartz: the balance is kept running electrically by a battery, without a mainspring barrel to wind. It is a horological curiosity from the 1970s, less accurate than a modern quartz but fascinating in principle. The movement of this example has been checked by our watchmaker and the battery replaced before shipment. Its accuracy is not guaranteed at the level of a current quartz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the wrist, the piece wears as a \u003cstrong\u003ewatch with character\u003c\/strong\u003e. The polished steel and green dial create a sober, graphic ensemble, here enhanced by a black \u003cstrong\u003egenuine crocodile leather\u003c\/strong\u003e strap. This strap is not original; it is mounted on a steel Buckle. The Lug width of 18mm leaves the choice of replacement straps open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe movement is electronic with a balance wheel, not quartz: a transitional 1970s technology, with precision below that of a modern quartz. It is a horological piece of interest, not a high-precision timepiece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe sunburst green dial is the watch’s strong point: its colour remains rare and sought after on period pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe acrylic Crystal bears visible signs of wear; acrylic can be polished easily by a watchmaker if you wish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-citizen-vintage\"\u003eDiscover our Citizen vintage watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-vintage-moins-500\"\u003eSee our vintage watches under €500\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Citizen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cushion dress watch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-350405.S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1975\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender:\u003c\/strong\u003e Men's and women's watch (Unisex)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electronic balance, Citizen caliber (precision lower than a modern quartz, accuracy not guaranteed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes, seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel (steel case back), cushion shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32mm (34mm with the crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e  37mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.2mm (Crystal included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel, not original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sunburst green, applied baton indexes, Citizen and Electronic signatures, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel batons (hours, minutes), thin seconds hand, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acrylic, good condition (7\/10), signs of wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine black crocodile leather, not original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel, not original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition and warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beautiful condition. Clear and vivid sunburst green dial. The acrylic Crystal shows visible signs of wear, and the steel has fine micro-scratches, consistent with the age of the piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not guaranteed (vintage watch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthenticity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lifetime guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Checked electronic movement, new battery, one-year warranty on operation (accuracy not guaranteed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Atelier Victor invoice, protective case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original box and papers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Citizen \"Electronic\" movement?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is an electronic balance movement, a transitional technology from the 1960s-1970s between the mechanical watch and quartz. The balance wheel is no longer driven by a spring but by an electrical impulse powered by a battery. Neither automatic nor quartz, this type of movement is a horological curiosity of its era, prized by collectors for its principle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Electronic Citizen accurate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt works, but its accuracy is that of an electronic movement from the 1970s, lower than that of a modern quartz. We therefore do not guarantee it to the level of a current quartz. It is a piece to choose for its horological interest and its dial, rather than as a high-precision timepiece. The movement has been checked by our watchmaker and is guaranteed for 1 year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Citizen 4-350405.S water-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Water resistance is never guaranteed on a vintage watch: the original gaskets have aged and the pressure of the caseback is no longer what it was on day one. Avoid showers, the pool and the sea. A simple contact with rainwater, however, does not pose any problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the scratched acrylic Crystal be polished?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Unlike a mineral Crystal, an acrylic Crystal (plexiglass) can be polished easily: a watchmaker, or even a suitable at-home product, removes most superficial scratches and restores the Crystal's transparency. This is one of the advantages of this type of Crystal, common on watches from the 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes a 32mm cushion case suit which wrist?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn a shaped watch, overall size matters as much as diameter: with 32mm of width, a Lug-to-lug of 37mm and a generous dial, this Citizen fits wrists from 15 to 18.5cm in circumference. Its cushion format gives it a balanced presence, neither too discreet nor imposing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Citizen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54193182179665,"sku":"5101368 4-350405.S","price":280.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/montre-citizen-electronic-4-350405-s-acier-coussin-vert-1970s-atelier-victor-1.jpg?v=1783982568","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-citizen-electronic-4-350405-s-steel-cushion-green-1970s","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}