Now Available at Rivoli: The Citizen Blue Angels Promaster Air Automatic GMT Limited Edition
Some watches tell the time. Others tell a story. The Citizen Blue Angels Promaster Air Automatic GMT Limited Edition — reference NB6044-54L — does both, and we’re proud to be among the select retailers bringing it to watch lovers in Jersey.
Drawing on the legacy of one of the world’s most celebrated aerial display teams, the U.S. Navy’s Blue Angels, this timepiece captures something of the focus, discipline and precision that defines the squadron. In the metal, it more than lives up to the reputation of its namesake.
A Watch Born from the World’s Most Celebrated Flight Team
Flying since 1946, the Blue Angels represent the absolute apex of aviation skill — tight formations, extraordinary speed, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. This watch channels that spirit through a 44.5mm stainless steel case that commands attention without apology. The deep navy sunray dial immediately sets the tone, offset by a vivid yellow GMT hand and a rotating slide-rule bezel that nods to the practical toolkit of a working aviator. It’s a watch with personality and purpose in equal measure.
Mechanical Precision at its Core
Inside sits Citizen’s in-house Calibre 9054 automatic movement — a high-beat engine running at 28,800 vibrations per hour with genuine GMT functionality that allows two time zones to be read simultaneously. For anyone regularly travelling between Jersey and the UK, Europe, or further afield, that’s a genuinely practical complication rather than a box-ticking exercise.
The movement delivers a 50-hour power reserve, keeping the watch running through a long weekend without needing to be worn. Daily accuracy sits at -10/+20 seconds per day, and resistance to magnetic fields of up to 16,000 A/m means real-world conditions won’t catch it out. Crucially, when crossing time zones, the local hour hand adjusts independently — the hallmark of a well-executed GMT complication that seasoned travellers will immediately appreciate.
Built to Last
A sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment protects the dial and eliminates distracting glare in bright conditions. The stainless steel bracelet is solid and well-finished, and with 200 metres of water resistance, this is a watch that can keep pace with an active life without any concessions. The fixed 24-hour bezel in the squadron’s signature deep blue, paired with a yellow slide-rule scale, gives the watch a visual identity that’s bold and immediately recognisable — distinctive without being ostentatious.
Packaging befitting a collector’s piece completes the picture: a special presentation box with engraved silver plaque that makes this as impressive to give as it is to receive.
Limited to 1,800 Pieces Worldwide
With just 1,800 examples produced globally, this is a watch that won’t be restocked once it’s gone. Collector interest in Citizen’s Blue Angels editions has always been strong, and the NB6044-54L — with its upgraded movement, larger case and refined detailing — is the finest version of this collaboration yet.
A great watch earns its place on the wrist through character as much as craftsmanship. The Citizen Blue Angels Promaster Air Automatic GMT has both in abundance.
Come and see it in store or online at www.rivolijewellers.co.uk.
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Visit us at Rivoli Jewellers, 41/43 King Street, St Helier, Jersey, or shop online at rivolijewellers.com.
