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CIGA Design TOURBILLON CHINESE ZODIAC YEAR OF THE DRAGONvsVaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

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TOURBILLON CHINESE ZODIAC YEAR OF THE DRAGON
CIGA DesignTOURBILLON CHINESE ZODIAC YEAR OF THE DRAGON
MSRP $3,299
RS1 Rally Chronograph
VaerRS1 Rally Chronograph
MSRP $279

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
TOURBILLON CHINESE ZODIAC YEAR OF THE DRAGON
RS1 Rally Chronograph40mm
Power Reserve
TOURBILLON CHINESE ZODIAC YEAR OF THE DRAGON40h
RS1 Rally Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
TOURBILLON CHINESE ZODIAC YEAR OF THE DRAGON
RS1 Rally Chronograph100m
MSRP
TOURBILLON CHINESE ZODIAC YEAR OF THE DRAGON$3,299
RS1 Rally Chronograph$279

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Skeleton
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
Thickness
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Dial Color
Super Black
Cream

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
CD-06
Type
Manual
Quartz
Power Reserve
40h
40h
Jewels
19
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,299
$279

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CIGA Design TOURBILLON CHINESE ZODIAC YEAR OF THE DRAGON

The CIGA Design TOURBILLON CHINESE ZODIAC YEAR OF THE DRAGON is noted for its striking, luxe design and unique materials, featuring a mirror-polished black agate case and a "Super Black" dial with a dragon-shaped tourbillon cage. Owners highlight the golden dragon's steady rotation and the way the black dial makes diamond hands and the tourbillon stand out. However, reviewers point out uneven gem-setting and a limited 30-meter water resistance. Some community members note inconsistent brand lettering quality and find the case design comparable to an Apple Watch. The CIGA Design TOURBILLON CHINESE ZODIAC YEAR OF THE DRAGON is a compelling conversation piece, with owners valuing its unique aesthetic and the tourbillon's visual appeal despite some finishing inconsistencies.

Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph for its legibility, with the red seconds hand noted as a standout feature. The watch is described as comfortable and good-looking, and many appreciate the inclusion of three quick-release straps. However, some owners report issues with the quality of the included steel bracelet, stating it does not seat flush on the case and that stock straps fit poorly. One owner also noted that the brand has faced criticism regarding perceived quality within its price range. Overall, owners rate the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph highly for its legibility and strap versatility, despite concerns about bracelet quality.

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