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CIGA Design CHINESE ZODIAC YEAR OF THE HORSEvsZelos Skyraider 2

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CHINESE ZODIAC YEAR OF THE HORSE
CIGA DesignCHINESE ZODIAC YEAR OF THE HORSE
MSRP $2,699
Skyraider 2
ZelosSkyraider 2
MSRP $2,399

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
CHINESE ZODIAC YEAR OF THE HORSE45.5mm
Skyraider 242mm
Power Reserve
CHINESE ZODIAC YEAR OF THE HORSE
Skyraider 240h
Water Resistance
CHINESE ZODIAC YEAR OF THE HORSE50m
Skyraider 250m
MSRP
CHINESE ZODIAC YEAR OF THE HORSE$2,699
Skyraider 2$2,399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Skeleton
Diameter
45.5mm
42mm
Thickness
13.35mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Titanium
Mokume Gane

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Mokume

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
CD-12-SI
ETA 6498-1 Élaboré
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
22
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,699
$2,399

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CIGA Design CHINESE ZODIAC YEAR OF THE HORSE

The CIGA Design CHINESE ZODIAC YEAR OF THE HORSE is noted for its striking central tourbillon, DLC-coated titanium case, and 24k gold horse with diamond hands, all offered at a price point under $2,700. One owner reported their watch stopped working after two months, and the company did not respond to inquiries, while another found the leather strap to be subpar. The watch has a 45.5mm size and a 38-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers acknowledge the CIGA Design CHINESE ZODIAC YEAR OF THE HORSE as an attention-grabbing showcase of modern Chinese watchmaking, with its standout tourbillon and material execution being key draws despite some reported durability and accessory concerns.

Zelos Skyraider 2

The Zelos Skyraider 2 is praised for its value, particularly offering unique dial materials like meteorite at a fraction of luxury prices, and its bronze case is noted for a warm glow. Reviewers and owners highlight the Flieger-inspired design and the use of a manual-wind ETA 6498 movement, with BGW9 and C3 Super-LumiNova lume. Some owners find the skeletonized variant ideal for style over everyday legibility, while others note the brand's past designs have sometimes been hard to read or bulky. The Zelos Skyraider 2 is available in various materials and dial options, with prices ranging from $699 to $1,399. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Skyraider 2 highly for its distinctive materials and design at a competitive price point.

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