Review of the Citizen BL5250

Although in general I was very happy with the BL5250, there are some issues to point out.The bell ross can be cycled through features by turning the crownwhen it's in the "0" position (setting the time and date use thetraditional "1" and "2" pull-out positions). By turning the crown, one can clickthrough the "time," "CHR," "L-TM," and "ALM" settings (the 6 o'clockregister points to the active function). So, to activate thechronograph, one must advance the crown clockwise one click, then pushthe 2 o'clock pusher to start the chronograph.Throughout the watch collectingworld, one often hears of the "grail watch." Theseare generally watches that an enthusiast has been lusting after forsome time and plans to one-day own, but due to cost, rarity, or both, immediate ownership is not possible. Most watch collectorshave not only a grail watch, but a list of grails. For me, theseinclude such pieces as the Ernst Benz Great Circle Chronoscope, anytitanium Panerai Luminor, Fortis Marine Master Chrono, BreitlingSuperOcean Chrono, etc. It's a long list.Occasionally, I come across awatch that is not in the normal grail price range, but has many of thefeatures or styling that draws me to some of my grail gift for def. A goodexample of this is the Citizen BL5250-02L: a handsome titaniumchronograph with military and aviation styling not generally found in its price range. I have been interested in a BL5250 (the 02Ldesignates a leather strap, where as the 53L is the titanium bracelet)for a couple of years, but only recently found myself ready to give one a try.I will admit -- I had very high hopes for this watch, and it has not letme down. Here are the specs:42.5 x 13mm all titanium case.Mineral crystal.Lug width of 20mm.Blue dial.Solar Eco-Drive movement.270 day power reserve.1/20 second chronograph (max 60 minute).Perpetual calendar.Dive style countdown bezel.24 hr register.Alarm.200m water resistant.