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CIGA Design EDGEvsGrand Seiko SLGB001

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EDGE
CIGA DesignEDGE
MSRP $299
SLGB001
Grand SeikoSLGB001
MSRP $39,000

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
EDGE40.8mm
SLGB00137mm
Power Reserve
EDGE40h
SLGB00172h
Water Resistance
EDGE30m
SLGB001100m
MSRP
EDGE$299
SLGB001$39,000

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Skeleton
Dress
Diameter
40.8mm
37mm
Thickness
12.3mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.3mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Platinum
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
9RB2
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$39,000

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What people say

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CIGA Design EDGE

Owners widely praise the CIGA Design EDGE for its stunning, design-forward skeletonized looks and surprisingly light wearability, with one owner noting it as a conversation starter. The finishing is also highlighted as a strong point, alongside its attractive book-style packaging. Concerns exist regarding the robustness and longevity of the Sea-Gull movement, with quality noted as potentially irregular. The included strap may be too small for some wrists, requiring aftermarket solutions. Overall, owners rate the CIGA Design EDGE highly for its unique aesthetic and value, especially when purchased at a sale price.

Grand Seiko SLGB001

The Grand Seiko SLGB001 is a limited edition platinum watch in the Evolution 9 collection, featuring a 37mm case and the new Calibre 9RB2 Spring Drive U.F.A. movement, rated to ±20 seconds per year. It has an "Ice Forest" dial with a deep blue hue and a silver seconds hand, but notably lacks lume. A criticism is the absence of a micro-adjustment clasp on its leather strap. Overall, reviewers highlight the watch's advanced movement and distinctive dial as key features.

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