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CIGA Design HUNTERvsGalo Novo Cruisin

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HUNTER
CIGA DesignHUNTER
MSRP $499
Novo Cruisin
GaloNovo Cruisin
MSRP $488

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
HUNTER43mm
Novo Cruisin39mm
Power Reserve
HUNTER40h
Novo Cruisin42h
Water Resistance
HUNTER30m
Novo Cruisin100m
MSRP
HUNTER$499
Novo Cruisin$488

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Skeleton
Sport
Diameter
43mm
39mm
Thickness
12.1mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Layered applied sector dial with contrasting textured and lacquered finishes
Water Resistance
30m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Carbon
Cream
Texture
Layered sector dial
Indices
Applied

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
CD-07
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$488

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What people say

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CIGA Design HUNTER

The CIGA Design HUNTER is widely seen as a visually impressive skeleton watch that offers an expensive aesthetic for its price. Owners find the CIGA Design HUNTER weighty but fun, and reviewers highlight its well-executed skeletonization and excellent case integration. However, legibility is a common concern, with one owner noting minimal anti-reflective coating and another pointing out the hands' lume application is lacking. The movement is described as loud by one reviewer, and a significant durability issue was reported by an owner whose watch stopped ticking within a day. The CIGA Design HUNTER features a Grade 5 titanium case with crisp finishing. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the CIGA Design HUNTER for its striking skeletonized design and premium case finishing at an accessible price point, though concerns exist regarding legibility and movement noise.

From video reviewers

The CIGA Design HUNTER's unique layered case with an industrial skeleton aesthetic gives it a futuristic look. A notable weakness is the integrated stainless steel H-link bracelet's noticeable rattle, which may be a drawback for some buyers. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer considering the custom, in-house movement impressive at the price point, while another suggests the price is higher than some competitors without a clear justification.

Galo Novo Cruisin

Owners widely praise the Galo Novo Cruisin's attractive specs and price, with many calling it a perfect summer watch and appreciating its clean, refreshing, and beautiful design. The bronze case variant features "killer lume" that glows blue-green and looks great in the sun, and the watch is comfortable enough for constant wear. However, owners are split on the 38mm/39mm sizing, with some finding it too small and others preferring sub-40mm cases. Significant frustration exists regarding Galo's communication, with owners citing rolling delays, a perceived lack of transparency, and misleading timelines, leading to a negative customer service impression and some considering order cancellations. One owner noted their crown does not screw in. Overall, owners rate the Galo Novo Cruisin highly for its aesthetic appeal and value, despite significant concerns about production communication and transparency.

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