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Baltic Aquascaphe ClassicvsCIGA Design HUNTER

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Aquascaphe Classic
BalticAquascaphe Classic
MSRP $648
HUNTER
CIGA DesignHUNTER
MSRP $499

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Aquascaphe Classic39mm
HUNTER43mm
Power Reserve
Aquascaphe Classic42h
HUNTER40h
Water Resistance
Aquascaphe Classic200m
HUNTER30m
MSRP
Aquascaphe Classic$648
HUNTER$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Skeleton
Diameter
39mm
43mm
Thickness
13mm
12.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
200m
30m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black Gilt
Carbon
Lume
SuperLuminova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
CD-07
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$648
$499

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Baltic Aquascaphe Classic

Owners widely praise the Baltic Aquascaphe Classic for its vintage-inspired design, comfortable 39mm wearability, and attractive blue sunburst dial with gold indices. Some owners note a hollow feeling and slight bezel play, while others point to rough case edges and sharp lugs. The faux vintage lume is considered weak by some, and the dial can appear dark without direct light due to limited anti-reflective coating. Accuracy is generally found to be good. On balance, owners rate the Baltic Aquascaphe Classic highly for its aesthetic appeal and comfortable wear at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Baltic Aquascaphe Classic is praised for its exceptional value and unique aesthetic. The watch's bezel action is somewhat stiff and could be improved. Reviewers disagree on the watch's water resistance, with one reviewer finding it unimpressive compared to other dive watches in its price range, while others do not mention any specific issues.

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.

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