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Serica Ref. 1174 ParadevsCIGA Design EDGE EXPLORATION

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Ref. 1174 Parade
SericaRef. 1174 Parade
MSRP $1,768
EDGE EXPLORATION
CIGA DesignEDGE EXPLORATION
MSRP $359
What people say

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Serica Ref. 1174 Parade

The Serica Ref. 1174 Parade is widely praised for its elegant proportions, with a compact 35mm case and slim 8.6mm thickness, making it sit close to the wrist. Reviewers and owners highlight its impressive finishing, complex case with brushed and polished surfaces, and cohesive dial textures. It offers robust 100-meter water resistance, a Soprod M100 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve, and a unique eclipse-shaped case. However, the strap and buckle are frequently cited as the weakest points, with some noting rough finishing that marks the leather, and the lug width necessitates custom straps. One reviewer questioned the dial's finishes, suggesting other textures might better suit the case. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Serica Ref. 1174 Parade for its distinctive design and robust build at its price point.

From video reviewers

The satin black dial with guilloché and sunburst finishes is a standout feature. The 35mm case size and 8.2mm thickness contribute to a compact vintage feel. The non-screw-down crown limits water resistance to 100 meters.

CIGA Design EDGE EXPLORATION

Owners widely praise the CIGA Design EDGE EXPLORATION for its impressive quality and packaging, noting its surprisingly light feel on the wrist. One owner reports the stock strap may be too small for some wrists, but replacement straps are readily available. On balance, owners rate the CIGA Design EDGE EXPLORATION highly for its perceived quality and comfortable, lightweight wearability.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ref. 1174 Parade35mm
EDGE EXPLORATION48mm
Power Reserve
Ref. 1174 Parade42h
EDGE EXPLORATION40h
Water Resistance
Ref. 1174 Parade100m
EDGE EXPLORATION30m
MSRP
Ref. 1174 Parade$1,768
EDGE EXPLORATION$359

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Skeleton
Diameter
35mm
48mm
Thickness
8.2mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
41mm
Lug Width
18mm
22mm
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Tobacco
Black
Lume
None
Swiss Super-Luminova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Soprod M100
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,768
$359
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