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Alsta SuperautomaticvsCIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT

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What people say

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Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Alsta Superautomatic

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Alsta Superautomatic's excellent retro 70s dive watch design, with a strong connection to the movie Jaws. The contrasting case finishes and dial build quality are well-regarded, and the comfortable Tropic strap is a plus. However, the watch is considered egregiously overpriced at MSRP, with some noting a Seiko NH35 movement and stamped clasp as disappointing for the price. The bezel lacks lume, and one reviewer criticized the bracelet's poor detailing and less crisp machining. The Alsta Superautomatic is seen as a fun summer piece around $500-600, oozing 70s cool. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Alsta Superautomatic highly for its vintage-inspired design and Jaws movie connection, despite significant price concerns at MSRP.

From video reviewers

The Alsta Superautomatic offers excellent value for its price point. Reviewers noted that the lume is on par with Seiko.

CIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT

The CIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT features an onyx case and a unique dial design with a gold snake indicating hours and minutes. Reviewers note the CD-04-S automatic movement has a 41-hour power reserve and the watch is water-resistant to 30 meters. The silver version uses a 925 silver snake and a CD-04-E movement, while the gold version features an 18K gold snake and the CD-04-S movement. On balance, reviewers highlight the LEGEND OF SERPENT's distinctive dial and case design as its primary appeal.

From video reviewers

The unique case design and 18k gold serpent hand are notable features of the CIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT. The watch's movement accuracy is also a strength, as it shares its movement with the award-winning Blue Planet titanium predecessor.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Superautomatic38mm
LEGEND OF SERPENT46.5mm
Power Reserve
Superautomatic38h
LEGEND OF SERPENT41h
Water Resistance
Superautomatic300m
LEGEND OF SERPENT30m
MSRP
Superautomatic$1,435
LEGEND OF SERPENT$2,399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
46.5mm
Thickness
13.2mm
15.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Gold
Water Resistance
300m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
18k
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
CIGA Design CD-04-S
Power Reserve
38h
41h
Jewels
0
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,435
$2,399
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