The dial is blue and it features conservatively sized, index, dot and Roman numeral hour markers and silver tone luminous sword shaped hands for superior readability. Citizen EM0500-73L also features a 6 months power reserve function. This watch has a mineral crystal for scratch resistance. Running this superb model is Japanese made E031 eco-drive movement (Eco-Drive is fueled by light so it never needs a battery change). The water resistance stands at 50 meters. The Citizen EM0500-73L watch is brand new in its original packaging and is backed by a 5 years manufacturer's limited warranty.