



Citizen Mechanical Automatic 40mm NH9138-82L
4 interest free payments of $162.50
Items in stock at Starbuy Showroom Alexandria
The Citizen NH9138-82L is a men's open heart automatic with a deep blue dial and a matching stainless steel bracelet. A window in the lower left of the dial shows the balance wheel beating at 21,600 vibrations per hour, so the movement is part of the design.
The 40mm stainless steel case is 10.7mm thick, slim enough for a shirt cuff yet substantial on the wrist. It has scratch-resistant sapphire crystal on the front and an exhibition caseback that shows the movement from the other side.
The watch is powered by Citizen's in-house Caliber 8229, a 21-jewel automatic movement that winds itself as you wear it and can also be wound by hand at the crown. It holds about 42 hours of power reserve.
Water resistance of 100m means you don't need to take it off for the beach, which most dress watches can't claim. The blue dial and steel bracelet make this blue-dial men's automatic easy to wear with a suit, chinos or shorts. It's a good choice for a man who wants one mechanical watch for every occasion.
What we love about this watch: The NH9138-82L takes a dress-watch idea and makes it practical for everyday wear. The blue dial gives the open heart window a richer backdrop than silver. The steel bracelet and 100m water resistance mean you never have to think about where you're wearing it. Sapphire crystal and a display caseback are details you rarely see on an automatic at this price.
Orders are dispatched within 1–3 business days from Sydney via Australia Post Express for fast and reliable delivery. Customers located in Sydney may also enjoy the convenience of same‑day Click & Collect, with orders ready for pickup from our Alexandria showroom just one hour after purchase when this option is selected at checkout.
5 Year warranty from Citizen Watches (Australia). StarBuy are Authorised distributors of Citizen Watches. All Citizen Watches are shipped in Citizen original packaging released for Australia. All Citizen warranties are registered online on the Citizen Warranty Portal directly by StarBuy on behalf of the customer. After purchase and shipping by StarBuy, an email is sent by Citizen registering the warranty directly to the buyer. A link to the online instructions manual is also sent within the email. Citizen no longer supply any hard copies of the warranty booklet or the instructions manual.
Specification
Case
- Case Diameter (mm) 40mm
- Case Thickness (mm) 10.7mm
- Lug-to-Lug (mm) 46mm
- Lug Width (mm) 20mm
- Case Material Stainless Steel
- Case Shape Round
- Case Back Type See Through Case Back
- Glass Type Sapphire Crystal
- Water Resistance (m) 100
- Bezel Material Stainless Steel
- Bezel Type Fixed Bezel
Bracelet / Strap
- Material Stainless Steel Bracelet
- Type Bracelet
- Interchangeable? Yes
- Clasp Foldover Clasp
- Clasp Type Push Button
Dial
- Colour Blue
- Finish Polished Blue Dial
- Indices Type Roman Numerals
Delivery
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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. -
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Will I need to sign for my order?
Yes, a signature is required upon delivery. If no one is home, we recommend using a work address. Australia Post may offer contactless delivery—in those cases, we follow their current safety protocols. Risk and ownership transfer to the recipient upon delivery. -
What if I am not home when my order arrives?
If no one is available to sign, Australia Post will leave a card with details on how to collect your parcel from the closest authorised Australia Post Office. You’ll need to present a photo ID at the post office to pick it up. If you’ve authorised a Safe Drop with Australia Post previously, they’ll follow your existing instructions. -
Will I get a Shipping Notification?
Absolutely! As soon as your order is on its way, you’ll receive an email with tracking details. We kindly ask for your patience—tracking updates may take up to 3 business days after ordering. -
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. -
Click & Collect?
Prefer a quicker pick-up? Our Click & Collect service makes it easy.
Pickup Location:
StarBuy
Suite 23, 112 McEvoy Street
Alexandria NSW 2015Hours:
Monday–Friday: 10am–5pm
Saturday: 9am–12pmHow it works - Your order will be ready for pickup within an hour during business hours (unless otherwise notified). If someone else is collecting on your behalf, just email us their name—they’ll need to show ID at pickup.
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Specifications
- Case Diameter (mm) 40mm
- Case Thickness (mm) 10.7mm
- Lug-to-Lug (mm) 46mm
- Lug Width (mm) 20mm
- Case Material Stainless Steel
- Case Shape Round
- Case Back Type See Through Case Back
- Glass Type Sapphire Crystal
- Water Resistance (m) 100
- Bezel Material Stainless Steel
- Bezel Type Fixed Bezel
- Material Stainless Steel Bracelet
- Type Bracelet
- Interchangeable? Yes
- Clasp Foldover Clasp
- Clasp Type Push Button
- Colour Blue
- Finish Polished Blue Dial
- Indices Type Roman Numerals
- Type Automatic
- In House? Citizen In House Movement
- Calibre 8229
- Beat Rate (vph) 21600 vph
- Jewels 21
- Movement Hacking? Yes
- Hand Winding? Yes
- Self Winding? Yes
- Power Reserve (days) 1.75 days
- Accuracy -20 to +40 Seconds per Day
- Reference NH9138-82L
- Display Analog
- Gender Male
- Age Group Adults
- Weight (g) 132g (Approximate)
- Shipping Period 1-3 Business Days - Sydney
- Brand Citizen
- Authorised Dealer Yes
- Warranty Period Citizen 5 Year
- Warranty Registration Online by Starbuy
- Warranty Provider Citizen Watches Australia
- Packaging Citizen Official Packaging
- Manual Citizen Online
- Service Centre Citizen - Sydney
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Citizen NH9138-82L a good first automatic watch?
Yes. The NH9138-82L is one of the most accessible ways into mechanical watches from a maker that builds its own movements. You get an in-house automatic movement, sapphire crystal, a display caseback and 100m water resistance. Those features usually cost considerably more. The open heart window also shows you exactly what makes an automatic different from quartz every time you check the time.
Can I wind it by hand, and do I need a watch winder?
You can top up the Caliber 8229 by turning the crown, which is useful if the watch has been sitting in a drawer. You don't need a winder. Worn daily, the automatic rotor keeps it charged, and its 42-hour power reserve carries it overnight and through a day off the wrist.
Should I choose the steel bracelet or a leather strap?
The NH9138 family shares the same 40mm case, sapphire crystal, display caseback and Caliber 8229 movement. The bracelet versions, the blue NH9138-82L and the silver NH9138-82A, are better for warm climates, water and daily wear. The leather versions, the silver NH9138-15A and the copper NH9138-07X, lean dressier. Choose the bracelet if this will be your only watch.
