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CIGA Design HUNTERvsLongines LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION

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HUNTER
CIGA DesignHUNTER
MSRP $499
LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION
LonginesLONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION
MSRP $2,600

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
HUNTER43mm
LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION39mm
Power Reserve
HUNTER40h
LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION72h
Water Resistance
HUNTER30m
LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION30m
MSRP
HUNTER$499
LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION$2,600

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Skeleton
Dress
Diameter
43mm
39mm
Thickness
12.1mm
9.75mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Carbon
White

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
CD-07
L891.5
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$2,600

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION

The Longines Elegant Collection is widely praised for its refined, classic design and slim, polished case, with reviewers highlighting its visual discretion and splendor through simplicity. Owners appreciate its versatile aesthetic, suitable for both formal and casual wear, and note the improved date window execution. The watch is powered by the anti-magnetic, 72-hour power reserve calibre L891.5. Some find the silver baton hands on white dials can be difficult to read, and a few feel the date complication detracts from its classic charm. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Elegant Collection highly for its elegant styling and value.

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