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CIGA Design EDGE EXPLORATIONvsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

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EDGE EXPLORATION
CIGA DesignEDGE EXPLORATION
MSRP $359
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
EDGE EXPLORATION48mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
EDGE EXPLORATION40h
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
EDGE EXPLORATION30m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
EDGE EXPLORATION$359
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Skeleton
Diver
Diameter
48mm
39mm
Thickness
12.3mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Swiss Super-Luminova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
40h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$359
$699

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What people say

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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.

Vaer D5 Tropic Auto

Owners widely praise the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto for its excellent value, vintage aesthetic, and comfortable 39mm size that wears larger. Specific highlights include the bezel's satisfying click action and subtle shine, beautifully finished lugs that pair well with a jubilee bracelet, and a dynamic black and cream dial with a unique date feature. The incorporation of brushed steel, quick-release spring bars for easy strap changes, and good timekeeping are also frequently mentioned positives. The Vaer D5 Tropic Auto is considered good value with excellent water resistance, making it a great daily wear, and its fit and finish are often compared favorably to brands like Hamilton and Tissot. On balance, owners rate the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto highly for its blend of vintage styling, practical features, and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The dial design is a standout feature. The Miyota automatic movement is also noted.

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