SKYHAWK PILOT C651

Watch with Box

C.J., Sr's Estate

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Some Back Story

Yes, it's true, he died at 92.

In his own words, his epitaph and what was ordered for his memorial;

We Kid You Not!

A Bane to Miscreants, Friend to Lost Children and Stray Dogs.

A Decorated War Hero Who Fought on Three Continents.  He Led Men Into Battle With Everything From Aircraft, Tanks and Artillery to Horses, Spears and Swords.  He Has Visited and Befriended Tribal Villages No White Man Had Ever Seen Before.  He Has Won and Lost Three Out Of Four Fortunes,

"I've Killed Evil Men and Truly Loved Only One Woman With A Passion I've Never Really Understood.  I Believe In Honor, Courage, and True Love.  This Is Necessary, As Things That May Or May Not Be True Are The Things A Man Needs To Believe In The Most."

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Back To The Watch

It is a Vintage CITIZEN Eco-Drive Titanium SKYHAWK PILOT C651 Watch with Box from C.J., Sr's Estate, as the title implies.

It is one of two purchased new about 25 years ago and it has traveled with him throughout the United States, South America, Thailand, Laos, Viet Nam and Malaysia.

It is in very good overall and excellent working condition with some honest wear such as minor crystal scratches and 2 missing links that were removed to fit his 8.5" wrist. and misplaced with no other signs of damage or repair.

Holds and accepts a sun charge and keeps perfect time.

Vintage CITIZEN Eco-Drive Titanium SKYHAWK PILOT C651 Watch with Box

The Vintage Citizen Eco-Drive Titanium Skyhawk Pilot C651 is a highly coveted early-2000s aviation timepiece known for its multi-function analog-digital layout, titanium construction, and light-powered movement.

Finding one with its original factory packaging significantly boosts its long-term collectible value.

Core Technical Specifications Movement Caliber: Citizen C651 quartz Eco-Drive (solar-powered, no battery changes required).

Case Material: Lightweight, hypoallergenic Titanium.

Case Size: 44mm diameter, 15mm thickness.

Dial Features: Bidirectional rotating pilot's slide-rule bezel, dual LCD digital screens, 24-hour sub-dial, and UTC sub-dial.

Functionality: World time (30+ cities), 1/100-second chronograph, 99-minute countdown timer, and 3 independent alarms.

Water Resistance: 100 meters (10 BAR).

Key Value Factors for Collectors - The Original Box: Having the period-correct box (often shaped like a pilot's flight case or a sleek round Citizen case) dramatically stabilizes the watch's resale premium.

Capacitor Health: While Eco-Drive movements are incredibly resilient, original 20-year-old secondary rechargeable lithium cells can degrade over time.  Ensure the watch can hold a full charge under light without skipping seconds.

Titanium vs. Stainless Steel: The titanium variants bear a premium for being significantly lighter on the wrist and offering a distinct matte-gray aesthetic.

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It is certainly a nicely aged, vintage watch that is much nicer than the photographs depict,

Nice addition to any collection, wardrobe or decor, displays really well.

Really doesn't get any better than this.

There are 15 photographs below to tell the rest of this tale.

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