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CIGA Design GORILLAvsBoldr The Boys

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GORILLA
CIGA DesignGORILLA
MSRP $379
The Boys
BoldrThe Boys
MSRP $299

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
GORILLA
The Boys38mm
Power Reserve
GORILLA
The Boys40h
Water Resistance
GORILLA30m
The Boys200m
MSRP
GORILLA$379
The Boys$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Skeleton
Tool
Diameter
38mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black+Orange
The Boys' Brigade 90th Anniversary Edition
Lume
Super-LumiNova features a luminous effect to create outstanding nighttime visibility that catches the spotlight
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
CD-01
Seiko NH35A
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$379
$299

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What people say

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CIGA Design GORILLA

Owners widely praise the CIGA Design GORILLA for its incredible wrist presence, unique skeletonized design with purple accents, and exceptional value under $400, with one owner highlighting its quality and scratch resistance from Gorilla glass. Reviewers note the watch's striking, Hublot-esque aesthetic and shock-resistant suspension system. However, legibility can be challenging, lume is weak, and the CD-01 movement gains approximately 17 seconds per day with a 40-hour power reserve. Community sentiment is divided, with some finding the design "hideous" while others enthusiastically recommend it as affordable, interesting, and cool. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the CIGA Design GORILLA highly for its bold, unconventional design and accessible price point.

Boldr The Boys

Boldr The Boys is praised for its lightweight, durable titanium case, ergonomic lugs, and excellent legibility with strong lume. Owners note the competitive price and good customer service, while reviewers highlight the reliable SII NH35A movement and 200m water resistance. Some owners report that titanium scratches easily and question the brand's history and recognition. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Boldr The Boys highly for its practical features and value at $299.

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