Citizen Series 8 Automatic 40mm NB6010-81E

The Citizen Series 8 831 NB6010-81E is a men’s automatic watch that takes Citizen’s “aesthetics of subtraction” seriously. Every surface earns its place, and nothing is there just for show. The 40mm stainless steel case is cut with clean facets, and brushed and polished finishes alternate across the case and bezel to give it a crisp, architectural edge.

Under an anti-reflective sapphire crystal, the black dial keeps things clear: silver hands, applied indices and a date window at 3 o’clock. The steel bracelet carries the same mixed finishing and fastens with a push-button deployant clasp. The 40mm size suits most wrists, sitting neatly under a shirt cuff and on its own at the weekend.

Powering it is Citizen’s in-house Calibre 9051, a self-winding Japanese mechanical movement that beats at 28,800 vibrations per hour, has a 42-hour power reserve, and is regulated to -10/+20 seconds a day. Like every Series 8, it is built to resist magnetism up to 16,000 A/m. That matters, because everyday magnets in phones, laptops and bag clasps are a common reason mechanical watches drift.

Add 100m water resistance and you have a 40mm stainless steel automatic watch that handles modern life without fuss. It’s the most accessible way into Citizen’s Series 8 mechanical line, and a strong first serious automatic for anyone stepping up from quartz.

What we love about this watch: The NB6010-81E proves restraint can still have presence. Its black dial and faceted 40mm case look sharp and contemporary without trying hard, and the magnetic resistance means it keeps working properly in a world full of devices. As an everyday automatic, it’s hard to find a more honest one.

Sydney Dispatch | Express Delivery
Dispatched from our Sydney warehouse within 1–3 business days via Australia Post Express. Prefer to collect? Same-day Click & Collect from our Alexandria showroom, ready one hour after you order.

Authentic Citizen | Authorised Australian Retailer
Starbuy is an authorised Citizen retailer. Your Series 8 comes with Citizen Watches Australia’s full 5-year warranty, and every price includes GST.

• How and when will my StarBuy order be shipped?
  We ship all orders via Australia Post Express for fast and reliable delivery. We aim to dispatch every order as quickly as possible—typically within 1–3 business days. You'll receive a confirmation email with tracking details as soon as your order ships.
  

• Can StarBuy guarantee delivery dates?
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• Will I need to sign for my order?
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• What if I am not home when my order arrives?
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• What are your shipping charges?
  We offer free shipping Australia-wide with Australia Post Express. For approved brands shipped to New Zealand, a $10 flat fee will be added to your total at checkout. Approved parcels to NZ are shipped within the Australia Post / NZ Post network.
  

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