CITIZEN L EM1140-80L ECO-DRIVE WOMEN WATCH
EM1140-80L
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The Citizen L EM1140-80L is the Classic in navy, and it is elegant with just enough sportiness to wear anywhere. The dial is a gradient navy — deepening from the centre outwards rather than sitting as one flat block of colour — with silver-tone accents and slim Roman numeral indices matched to equally slim hands.
The detail worth knowing about is the seconds hand: its counterweight is shaped as the "L" of the collection. It is a small signature that turns once a minute on your wrist, and it is the sort of thing that makes a watch feel designed rather than assembled.
The 33mm silver-tone stainless steel case connects to a matching five-link bracelet via faceted lugs, with a synthetic sapphire-set crown and a dual-sphere sapphire crystal — curved rather than flat, so it catches light around the edge of the dial. Inside, Eco-Drive Calibre E031 runs on any light with roughly six months of reserve and accuracy of about ±15 seconds a month. No battery, ever. Water resistant to 50 metres.
At a Glance
- BrandCitizen
- CollectionCitizen L Classic
- MovementEco-Drive Calibre E031
- Case Size33mm
- Thickness8.7mm
- DialGradient Navy
- IndicesRoman Numerals
- DisplayThree-Hand
- GlassDual-Sphere Sapphire
- CrownSynthetic Sapphire-Set
- Power ReserveApprox. 6 Months
- Water Resistance50m (5 BAR)
Why You'll Love It
- The seconds hand carries the collection's "L" as its counterweight — a signature that sweeps past once a minute. It costs nothing to notice and it is the detail owners end up pointing out.
- The navy is a gradient, not a flat colour. It deepens across the dial, so the tone shifts as the light and the angle change rather than reading as one solid block.
- Roman numerals with matching slim hands is a genuinely classical pairing — more considered than batons, and the reason this reads as a dress watch rather than a fashion one.
- The dual-sphere sapphire crystal is curved rather than flat, which catches light around the rim and softens the edge of the dial. Sapphire also resists the everyday scratches that would haze mineral glass within a few years.
- Faceted lugs and a sapphire-set crown are small structural details that lift the case above a plain round one — you see them in profile, on your own wrist.
- 33mm is the most versatile women's size: substantial enough to read easily, small enough to stay elegant. It suits a wider range of wrists than the 27mm dress sizes.
- It never needs a battery. Eco-Drive converts any light into power, with roughly six months of reserve from a full charge and no service appointments to remember.
- The five-link bracelet drapes properly, where the flat three-link bracelets common at this price sit rigidly across the wrist.
Perfect For
- Everyday Elegance
- Office & Formal
- Navy Dial Collectors
- Day-to-Evening Wear
- Low-Maintenance Wearers
- First Dress Watch
- Graduation Gift
- Anniversary Gift
Key Features
- Gradient navy dial with silver-tone accents — the tone deepens across the dial rather than sitting flat.
- Roman numeral indices with matching slim hands — the classical pairing, in silver-tone against the navy.
- "L" signature seconds hand — the counterweight is shaped as the collection's initial.
- Citizen Eco-Drive Calibre E031 — powered by any light source, natural or artificial, with a power reserve of approximately six months from a full charge and accuracy of around ±15 seconds per month. No battery replacement, ever.
- Dual-sphere sapphire crystal — a double-domed curved crystal, rated 9 on the Mohs hardness scale.
- Synthetic sapphire-set crown — a jewelled detail set into the crown.
- 33mm stainless steel case with faceted lugs — 8.7mm thick in a polished silver-tone finish.
- Five-link stainless steel bracelet — matching the case, with a deployant clasp and push buttons.
- Insufficient charge warning and overcharge prevention — the watch signals when it needs light, and protects the cell once fully charged.
- 50-metre water resistance (5 BAR) — rated for handwashing, rain and brief immersion. Not intended for showering or diving.
Technical Specifications
The Citizen L EM1140-80L is a 33mm women's watch from the Citizen L Classic line, powered by Citizen's Eco-Drive Calibre E031 — a light-powered quartz movement with a power reserve of approximately six months, accuracy of around ±15 seconds per month, an insufficient-charge warning and overcharge prevention. The silver-tone stainless steel case measures 8.7mm thick with faceted lugs, a synthetic sapphire-set crown and a dual-sphere sapphire crystal over a gradient navy dial with silver-tone accents, Roman numeral indices and matching slim hands. The seconds hand carries the collection's "L" signature. It is fitted with a five-link stainless steel bracelet with deployant clasp and push buttons, and is water resistant to 50 metres.
| Model Number | EM1140-80L |
| Case Material | Stainless Steel |
| Case Colour | Silver-Tone |
| Case Diameter | 33mm |
| Case Thickness | 8.7mm |
| Lugs | Faceted |
| Crown | Synthetic Sapphire-Set |
| Glass | Dual-Sphere (Double-Domed) Sapphire |
| Water Resistance | 50 Metres (5 BAR) |
| Colour | Navy, Gradient |
| Accents | Silver-Tone |
| Markers | Roman Numerals |
| Hands | Slim, Silver-Tone |
| Seconds Hand | "L" Collection Signature |
| Display | Three-Hand |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Colour | Silver-Tone |
| Style | Five-Link |
| Clasp | Deployant with Push Buttons |
| Calibre | Citizen E031 |
| Type | Eco-Drive (Light-Powered Quartz) |
| Power Reserve | Approx. 6 Months (Fully Charged) |
| Accuracy | Approx. ±15 Seconds per Month |
| Functions | Hours, Minutes, Seconds |
| Insufficient Charge Warning | Yes |
| Overcharge Prevention | Yes |
| Battery Replacement | Not Required |
Best Matched With
- White Shirt
- Navy Tailoring
- Cream Knit
- Light Denim
- Silver Jewellery
- Camel Coat
- Evening Wear
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the "L" on the seconds hand?
The counterweight of the seconds hand is shaped as the letter L, the initial of the Citizen L collection. It sweeps past once a minute and is one of the small signatures that identifies the range.
How dark is the navy dial?
It is a gradient rather than a single tone — deeper toward the edges and lighter through the centre, so the colour shifts as the angle and the light change. In most conditions it reads as a rich navy; in low light it comes close to black.
What is a dual-sphere sapphire crystal?
A double-domed crystal — curved on both the upper and lower surfaces rather than flat. It catches light around the rim and gives the dial a slight depth, and being sapphire it resists the everyday scratches that would haze mineral glass within a few years.
Does it have a seconds hand?
Yes. The EM1140-80L displays hours, minutes and seconds — a full three-hand layout, with the seconds hand carrying the collection's "L" signature.
How does Eco-Drive work?
A solar cell beneath the dial converts light into electrical energy and stores it in a rechargeable cell. Any light works — sunlight through a window, office lighting, a lamp. Normal daily wear keeps it running indefinitely, and there is no battery to replace at any point in the watch's life.
What happens if I don't wear it for a while?
A fully charged watch keeps running for approximately six months in complete darkness. If it does stop, leaving it in bright light for a few hours restarts it and you simply reset the time. Storing it face-up near a window rather than in a closed drawer avoids the issue entirely.
What is the insufficient charge warning?
When the charge runs low, the seconds hand starts moving in two-second jumps instead of one. That is the watch telling you it needs light. Place it somewhere bright for a few hours and normal operation resumes.
Does a dark dial charge more slowly?
No. The solar cell sits beneath the dial and receives light through it regardless of the dial colour — Citizen designs the dial to transmit light to the cell. Ordinary daily wear charges it normally.
Can I swim with this watch?
Citizen classifies 50-metre (5 BAR) water resistance as suitable for still-water swimming, but not for showering, hot water or diving — steam and temperature swings are what damage seals. In practice it comfortably handles handwashing, rain and an accidental soaking.
Will 33mm suit my wrist?
33mm is the most versatile size in women's watches — larger and more readable than the 27mm dress sizes, but still elegant rather than sporty. It suits most wrists, and at 8.7mm thick it sits comfortably under a sleeve.
Is the bracelet adjustable?
Yes. The five-link bracelet can be resized by adding or removing links. City Chain offers complimentary bracelet sizing at any outlet — bring your warranty book along for the service.
What warranty does this watch come with?
The EM1140-80L comes with a 3-year warranty when purchased from City Chain Singapore, an authorised Citizen retailer. Keep your warranty card and proof of purchase — both are required when submitting the watch for service at any City Chain outlet.
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Calibre: E031
Eco-Drive
Insufficient Charge Warning Function
Overcharge Prevention Function
Case Color: Silver
Case Diameter: 33mm
Case Thickness: 8.7mm
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Glass: Sapphire Glass
Strap Material: Stainless Steel
Strap Color: Silver
Water Resistance: 5 ATM
Delivery within Singapore
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• Click & Collect — ready in 2–3 business days. Please wait for the collection confirmation email before visiting the store.
Weekend & Public Holiday Orders
Orders placed after the applicable cut-off time, on weekends, or on public holidays will be processed on the next business day. Delivery will take place on the next available business day based on the selected delivery service.
During peak periods, festive seasons, major launches or sale events, additional processing and delivery time may be required.
For online purchase, you can have bracelet or leather strap adjustments done at any City Chain store. Please bring along your warranty book for the service.
