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A lot of friends asked in the watch article I wrote, oh, how to choose the first, second, third and fourth generations of the Citizen Blue Angels~
Each time the answer is not detailed enough, so this time, I will seriously explain to you all the information about the Blue Angel series.
Let you read it in one go, the past and present life of the Blue Angel, and find the Blue Angel you want.
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V1.0 初稿_2021.03.24
V1.1 Second Draft_2023.03.07, supplemented with different sizes of Blue Angels.
V2.0 Third Draft_2023.06.06, added the fourth generation of Blue Angels.
V2.1 Fourth Draft_2024.04.25, fixed some error messages.
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- Introduction to the Blue Angels
- Blue Angel background
- The Blue Angels are currently the most classic three + four generations
- A complete collection of models from the history of the Blue Angels
- The Blue Angel's Choice
- Some suggestions for the selection table
- A variant of the first, second, third and fourth generations of the new Blue Angel
- At last
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1. Introduction to the Blue Angels
Citizen has designed a commemorative watch series in collaboration with the Blue Angels, the best air show team in the United States, the Blue Angels.
THE BLUE ANGELS SERIES ARE BASICALLY PART OF THE CITIZEN'S PROMASTER SEQUENCE.
The Blue Angels watch uses the same color scheme as the livery of the performance team's aircraft, with blue from the ocean as the main color, and gold accents to symbolize dignity, which is eye-catching. The back of the case is printed with the corresponding badge logo of the performance team, which is full of aviation themes.
Its dial is designed with an aviation ruler, which is a fatal attraction for men with aviation and mechanical feelings.
Today, the Blue Angels have launched a lot of different models for people with different needs to choose from.
2. Blue Angel background
Chinese name: U.S. Navy Blue Angels Air Show Team
外文名：Blue Angels U.S. Naval Flight Demonstration Squadron
The "Blue Angels" air show team is currently the only air show team in the world that belongs to the naval aviation force. It was officially established in April 1946, one year after the end of World War II, and is based at the Naval Aviation Training Base in Jacksonville, Florida. The "Blue Angels" were founded seven years earlier than the "Thunderbirds", and they are also the earliest aerobatic team in the world.
3. Blue Angels are currently the most classic three + four generations
When it comes to the current three most classic models of the Blue Angels, we have to put this picture.
The model of the Blue Angel generation is recognized on the market as the AT8020.
The model number of the Blue Angel II is recognized on the market as JY8078
The model number of the Blue Angel III is recognized in the market as CB5848
The picture comes from the Internet
Functionally, Blue Angel II is more like an all-round electronic watch + light drive watch. The first and third generations of the Blue Angels are traditional Eco-Drive watches.
The Blue Angels 123 generations are all time-matched with radio waves, otherwise how can they be called the reputation of aviation watches?
Let's break down the characteristics of each generation in detail:
蓝天使一代的型号为AT8020-54L
The dial of the Blue Angel generation, full of mechanical and aviation instrument cluster style, captured my heart at once, this is a man's romance!
The blue + yellow elements of the Blue Angel Flight Team are highly recognizable, coupled with the characteristic minute hand and hour hand, and the texture is in the hand under exquisite craftsmanship.
Features: Photo-Kep, Multi-local Radio Wave, 20 Atmospheres Waterproof, Hour and Minute Luminous, JIS1 Magnetic, Pointer Correction Function
Watch Material: Clasp Double Button Triple Discount, Case Stainless Steel, Strap Stainless Steel, Crystal Anti-Reflective Coating Sapphire
Dimensions: case size 44mm, case thickness 12.5mm, strap width 24.7mm*20mm, watch circumference 204mm, weight 178g
It's not just a well-made aviation watch, it's a fully functional aviation watch.
Even the glow-in-the-dark is as beautiful as an airplane sailing in the night sky:
Next up is the introduction of the Blue Angels II
The model number of the Blue Angels II is JY8078
The most typical feature of the Blue Angel II is the addition of an electronic screen, which makes the entire aviation dial more modern.
The design continues to use the blue + yellow elements of the Blue Angel Flying Team, which makes people love it.
Features: Photo-Kep, Multi-local Radio Wave, 20 Atmospheres Waterproof, Hour and Minute Luminous, JIS1 Magnetic, Pointer Correction Function
+ Daylight Saving Time Display + LEDs + 43 Area Time Display + Clock!>
Watch Material: Clasp Double Button Three-Discount, Stainless Steel Case Dark Blue, Stainless Steel Band, Synthetic Sapphire Crystal
Dimensions: case size 46mm, case thickness 15mm, strap width 24.7mm*20mm, watch circumference 202mm, weight 176g
The Blue Angel II is 2mm larger than the case size of the first generation, and the case is also 2.5mm thicker. It's a little bigger overall, but not much bigger in comparison.
Comparison between Blue Angel I and Blue Angel II
Blue Sky II is more modern because of the addition of electronic displays and a more sleek design.
Of course, the second generation has its own characteristics, depending on which one you prefer.
Let's talk about the three generations of the Blue Angels.
The Blue Angel III model number CB5848
The most typical feature of the Blue Angel III is that the bezel has been enlarged and the watch is embellished with a rotating bezel similar to a diver's watch.
The design continues to use the blue elements of the Blue Angels, and reduces the yellow elements.
Features: Photo-Kep, Multi-local Radio Wave, 20 Atmospheres Waterproof, Hour and Minute Luminous, JIS1 Magnetic, Pointer Correction Function
+ Alarm clock
Watch Material: Butterfly clasp with double button, dark blue between stainless steel cases, stainless steel straps, synthetic sapphire with anti-reflective coating on the crystal
Dimensions: Case size 45mm, case thickness 14mm, watch circumference 204mm, weight 162g
Compared to the first and second generations, the Blue Angels III reduced the yellow elements of the flying team and added a rotating bezel.
And with the use of Milanese straps, the texture is different.
The model number of the Blue Angel IV is JY8125-54L
The four generations of Blue Angels are more flamboyant and wild.
The 54mm dial is not something that anyone can handle.
Of course, this series is also full-functional, photokinetic, radio wave time, and pointer correction.
You don't need to look at this lot, you just need to know that the four generations of this Blue Angel should have everything
All watches in the Blue Angel series weigh about 185g, and the Blue Angel IV is no exception.
Buying new rather than old, the fourth generation of the Blue Angels is also worth considering.
4. A complete list of models in the history of the Blue Angels
In fact, the first, second, third and fourth generations of the Blue Angel are the four generations that everyone in the market collectively refers to.
In fact, there are a lot of models in the history of Blue Angels, even non-Citizen ones.
Different dials, different straps, and different functions make up different blue angels.
And the unification is the use of blue and yellow elements of the Blue Angel Flying Team.
I searched in the U.S. and China, as well as on eBay, and there were a lot.
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For example, if you like the watch face of the Blue Angel II JY8078, but I want to change the strap, can I do that?
OK!
I'll give you a new skin, and I'll take it
Then change to a pure black strap.,Oh,Take it (this isn't a blue angel =_=)
Change the Milanese strap again, and take it
IN ADDITION TO CITIZEN'S OWN BLUE ANGELS, THERE ARE BREITLING BLUE ANGELS AND RUSSIA'S BAOJIE BLUE ANGELS.
BREITLING BREITLING BLUE ANGELS
This retro feel is really good.
BREITLING BREITLING BLUE ANGELS
5. The choice of the Blue Angel
Personally, after looking at so many models of the Blue Angels,
Personally, I recommend the first eye!
Personally, I recommend the first eye!
Personally, I recommend the first eye!
Then, you can choose the strap according to different scenes.
Looking at the same AT8020, the difference in the strap makes it feel different.
Nylon strap
Leather rubber strap
Then choose the function,The Blue Angel series is all with multi-bureau radio wave calibration time,The difference is whether there is an LED、There is no alarm clock and so on。
6. Some detailed suggestions for selecting the table
Many people choose a good-looking watch, a favorite watch, and when they come back and wear it, it is either loose or big.
There are two points to focus on: the diameter of the dial and the adjustability of the strap.
Dial diameter:
Take the Blue Angels, for example
AT8020-54L.44mmys 1.54mm举𝓀.
AT8020-03L.y43mmys 1.55.
JY8078-01L is a dial with a diameter of 46mm.
JY8085-81E has a 45mm diameter dial.
7. The new Blue Angel is a variant of the first, second, third and fourth generations
In addition to the traditional three blue angels, the market is now starting to differentiate into different dial strap materials.
The different variants that have been differentiated, you can refer to them, they are not the first, second and third generations that everyone recognizes in the traditional sense, but they are still quite distinctive.
Generation:
Second generation:
Third:
Four generations:
8. Finally
Blue Angels men will be very handsome and good-looking when wearing them, and women are not very recommended for watches with large dials.
I am @Ryan's Fantasy Museum, I love watches, I love life, I love to write guides, welcome to like and collect ~
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