condition Rank a. The case has minor scratches and small dents consistent with use. The medallion on the back cover has some corrosion from age. The main case remains in good condition overall. The dial is stained and scratched from age, but not severely noticeable. The leather band has been replaced with a new one. The mechanism has been overhauled. The crown winds lightly and there are no accuracy problems. remarks The Citizen Chronometer, a top-of-the-line Citizen model, is a "chunk" of the Citizen brand that was developed by a group of earnest engineers who took the challenge of developing a watch with seriousness. The Citizen Chronometer is known for its gold-plated case and stainless steel case, but in fact a yellow gold case also existed. This particular piece is a phantom yellow gold model that was not even listed in the Citizen catalog at the time.