The quick answer.
Citizen Sport Automatic Blue (NH7530-52M) is a 42 mm sport watch at $378.90. We recommend it for a buyer who wants sapphire, 100 m water resistance and a mechanical movement for under $400.
Why it belongs on the shortlist.
The two-tone 60-minute bezel and geometric applied markers give it a seventies sports-watch character, and the day-date at 3 o’clock is genuinely useful. It is a watch for weekends, travel and the office alike.
Our verdict: specification you usually pay more for.
Sapphire crystals and 100 m ratings are not a given on automatics under $400. The Sport Automatic has both, plus crown guards and a hacking movement, which stops the seconds hand so you can set the time precisely. It is the Citizen we would buy for someone who wants one tough everyday automatic.
Design.
Citizen describes a sunray blue dial with bold geometric appliques and a two-tone 60-minute bezel. The retro day-date sits at 3 o’clock. It looks sporty without pretending to be a dive watch, which keeps it wearable with casual and smart-casual clothes.
Size: a confident 42 mm.
Citizen lists a 42 mm case and 22 mm lug width; Watches of America lists 13 mm thick. That is a full-sized sports watch. The 22 mm lugs open up a wide choice of rubber and NATO straps if you want to change the look.
Buying it from Watches of America.
Citizen’s US site lists the watch at $417 on sale; Watches of America lists it at $378.90 with one-to-three-day shipping. Our 10% code is supplied for the retailer and has applied to several Citizen references in our tests; confirm it applies to this one at checkout.
The details, at a glance.
- Reference
- NH7530-52M
- Case diameter
- 42 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- Not published by the brand
- Thickness
- 13 mm
- Lug width
- 22 mm
- Case
- Stainless steel
- Crystal
- Sapphire crystal
- Movement
- Citizen Caliber 8200 automatic with hacking
- Rated power reserve
- 42 hours
- Water resistance
- WR100 / 10 bar (swimming and snorkeling)
- Strap / bracelet
- Stainless-steel bracelet, fold-over clasp with hidden push-buttons
What draws us in
- Sapphire crystal and 100 m water resistance
- Hacking Caliber 8200 automatic with day-date
- Crown guards and a two-tone 60-minute bezel
Before you choose
At 42 mm and 13 mm thick it is a substantial watch; check it against one you wear. The reserve is a typical 42 hours, so it will stop if left off the wrist over a weekend.
Who it suits.
A buyer who wants sapphire, 100 m water resistance and a mechanical movement for under $400.
When to choose something else.
Skip it if you prefer slim or small watches; the Citizen NH8350 or a 38 to 40 mm diver suits you better.
Warranty, returns and ownership.
Watches of America lists a one-year retailer warranty and a 30-day return window on eligible items; conditions and a restocking fee may apply. Citizen’s own warranty is described for purchases through its boutiques and authorized retailers, and the listing does not say whether it carries over here, so ask Watches of America to confirm in writing if manufacturer coverage matters to you. Shipping is listed as one to three business days with free shipping available.
Closest alternatives.
- Citizen Tsuyosa Automatic Orange Dial (NJ0151-53Z): A smaller 40 mm Citizen automatic with an integrated bracelet, if you want something dressier.
- Citizen Promaster Dive Eco-Drive Light Blue: A 200 m solar diver if you swim and snorkel often and never want to wind a watch.
- Seiko 5 Sports: The classic Seiko alternative with a rotating bezel, when it is in stock.
Think beyond the diameter.
The brand does not publish lug-to-lug for this reference, so use the case width, thickness and strap length to judge fit. Use our wrist-fit guide and compare the proportions with a watch you already enjoy wearing.
Watches of America partner code and offer terms. Our supplied code is SEBASTIANBASSOL for 10% off. Check the exact model and variant at the store, then confirm eligibility and the final total at checkout.
Where to buy.
Specifications and product photography: Citizen product page (checked October 16, 2026). Find Sport Automatic Blue (NH7530-52M) at Watches of America through our partner link and search for the selected option there. How we choose.
A few good questions.
What is the discount code for the Citizen Sport Automatic Blue (NH7530-52M)?
The Watches of America discount code is SEBASTIANBASSOL for 10% off at watchesofamerica.com. We have not tested it on this exact model, so confirm the saving in your order summary. Every code and tested price: https://watchritual.com/promo/watches-of-america
Does the Citizen Sport Automatic Blue (NH7530-52M) have a sapphire crystal?
Yes. Citizen lists a sapphire crystal, 100 m water resistance and a Caliber 8200 automatic with hacking and day-date.
What is the power reserve of the Citizen Sport Automatic Blue (NH7530-52M)?
Citizen lists a 42-hour power reserve.
What size is the Citizen Sport Automatic Blue (NH7530-52M)?
Citizen lists a 42 mm case and 22 mm lug width. Watches of America lists the case as 13 mm thick.
How much is the Citizen Sport Automatic Blue (NH7530-52M) at Watches of America?
Watches of America listed NH7530-52M at $378.90 USD on October 17, 2026, against a $417 sale price on Citizen’s US site. Our supplied 10% code may lower it further; confirm at checkout.
