The Citizen Jet Auto Dater, produced in the 1960s, features a distinctive automatic movement with ball bearings that emit a jet engine-like sound, inspiring its "Jet" nickname. Known for its serrated “Rotor Jet” rotor used in both Jet and Super Jet models, this version updates the original design with a jet plane symbol on the second hand, blending vintage charm with modern touches for a refreshed, transcontinental-inspired look.
The Auto Dater, produced by Citizen in the 1960s and known as the "Jet Auto Dater," features a unique automatic winding mechanism that uses ball bearings. Many people say the sound it makes resembles that of a jet engine, which is where the "Jet" name comes from. The company designed and used a serrated rotor from the early to mid-1960s, which was featured in both the "Jet" and "Super Jet" models, earning the nickname "Rotor Jet." Originally, the second hand on this watch was standard, but in this model, it has been updated to feature a jet plane symbol at the tip, making it a transcontinental timepiece. This model blends the classic design of the original Citizen Jet watch with modern elements, refreshing the older Jet Auto Dater in a stylish way.
