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CIGA Design HUNTERvsSeiko Prospex Sea

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HUNTER
CIGA DesignHUNTER
MSRP $499
Prospex Sea
SeikoProspex Sea
MSRP $900

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
HUNTER43mm
Prospex Sea41mm
Power Reserve
HUNTER40h
Prospex Sea70h
Water Resistance
HUNTER30m
Prospex Sea200m
MSRP
HUNTER$499
Prospex Sea$900

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Skeleton
Diver
Diameter
43mm
41mm
Thickness
12.1mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.9mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Carbon
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
CD-07
6R35
Power Reserve
40h
70h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$900

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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.

Seiko Prospex Sea

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea for its excellent lume, robust build, and value, with many highlighting the comfortable 4 o'clock crown and reliable movements. Reviewers note impressive case finishing and attractive dials, with specific models lauded for their gradient blue designs and smooth bezel actions. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +9 seconds/day after demagnetization, while others find the watches to be good first "proper" watches. Some owners find the stock rubber straps uncomfortable or the overall size substantial on smaller wrists. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its combination of strong dive watch functionality and appealing design at its price point.

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