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Through cutting-edge technology and groundbreaking design, we continue to redefine excellence. Pushing boundaries and reshaping the future to improve upon each minute.

5X stronger.

40% lighter.

Totally Super.

Superior starts with Super Titanium™

In 1970, Citizen introduced the first-ever titanium watch: the X-8 Chronometer. Since then, we’ve perfected the process, creating the ideal metal for watchmaking

Say hello to Super Titanium™, our proprietary space-age material that knows no equal. It’s more than five times harder than stainless steel, at nearly half the weight. And thanks to our exclusive DURATECT surface hardening technology, it’s rust-resistant, scratch-resistant, and helps protect against metal and nickel allergies. The result is a timepiece that looks great, feels great, and lasts a lifetime.

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Comfortably lightweight

Super Titanium™ is around half the weight of stainless steel, making it extremely comfortable on the wrist.‌

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Scratch & rust resistant

Super Titanium™ is over 5X harder than stainless steel and is resistant to scratches and corrosion.

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Gentle on the skin

Application of our surface-hardening technology, DURATECT, solves against nickel and metal allergies.‌

Strength across the color spectrum

Our DURATECT technology doesn’t just make your watch ultra durable, the process also creates a stunning range of finishes that you can’t find anywhere else. Choose from unique colorways, like Sakura Pink, DLC Blue, Amber Yellow, and more. It’s super strength mixed with unmistakable style.

Technology | Super Titanium | DURATECT Titanium Carbide

DURATECT Titanium carbide

Hardness: approx. 1,000–1,100 HV

The masculine-looking silver color capitalizes on titanium's natural hue. This was the first version of DURATECT to be commercialized.

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DURATECT DLC

Hardness: approx. 1,000–1,400 HV

This adaptation of industrial-use diamond-like carbon (DLC) for watches is a CITIZEN proprietary technology. In addition to the gorgeous black hue, superior scratch resistance and smoothness to the touch typical of DLC, it is hypoallergenic and has an external appearance suitable for jewelry watches.

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DURATECT DLC Blue

Hardness: approx. 1,000–1,400 HV

This blue DLC was created through a sophisticated technology that controls the reflection and refraction of light with great precision. The shine—developed only after overcoming numerous technical challenges—interacts with the circumambient light to generate a gorgeous sense of depth.

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DURATECT DLC (Recrystallized titanium)

Hardness: approx. 1,000–1,400 HV

A DURATECT DLC coating is applied to a crystal pattern created by heat-treating titanium according to a proprietary method. The shine of the crystals changes depending on the viewing angle. This makes for a beautiful look that is at once unique and rich in variety.

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DURATECT Pink

Hardness: approx. 1,000–1,500 HV

This pink color combines scratch hardness with an atmosphere of lush elegance. Reminiscent of the sun’s warm radiance, its soft glow adds a distinct note of refinement to the wearer.

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DURATECT Amber Yellow

Hardness: approx. 1,700–2,300 HV

A soothing yellow gold that guards against metal allergies, this color is a long-standing favorite with all ages and genders. Boasting exceptional hardness, it can be used for both daily watches and dress watches.

Technology | Super Titanium | DURATECT Sakura Pink

DURATECT Sakura Pink

Hardness: approx. 1,000–1,500 HV

This pale and gentle pink evokes the beautiful, delicate color of cherry blossoms against a slate grey sky in springtime. Sophisticated and serene, this subtle color never loses its pristine beauty.

Technology | Super Titanium | DURATECT MRK

DURATECT MRK

Hardness: approx. 1,300–1,500 HV

This version of DURATECT hardens the surface of the actual materials to make them resistant to nicks and bumps as well as scratches. Because it works directly on the titanium materials, it has excellent hypoallergenic properties at the same time as highlighting titanium’s beautiful purity by accentuating its natural shine and texture.

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DURATECT Platinum

Hardness: approx. 1,000–1,100 HV

The silver color is derived from the translucent brilliance of platinum. Watches treated with it shine extraordinarily vividly in pale moonlight.

Technology | Super Titanium | Pure Titanium

Every piece of Super Titanium™ begins as pure titanium, then is master-polished and hardened with Citizen's exclusive DURATECT treatment.

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Beauty that lasts a lifetime

Scratches? Rust? Not on our watch. DURATECT surface-hardening technology is anti-corrosive and achieves a top-quality rating of over 1,000 HV hardness. So when other watches begin to show their years, your Super Titanium™ timepiece will stay as beautiful as the day you bought it.

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DURATECT Series

Ultra-tough and ultra-light. Experience the next generation of watchmaking with our DURATECT collection. Built from Super Titanium™, to resist rust, dents, and scratches with superior comfort.

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