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CIGA Design BLACK STARvsEza Sealander

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What people say

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CIGA Design BLACK STAR

Owners widely praise CIGA Design for its unique, avant-garde designs that stand out as conversation pieces, with some finding the 46mm titanium case comfortable and wearable. Reviewers highlight the Blue Planet II Atlantic's aesthetically pleasing dial with good textures and raised surfaces, and the exotic time-telling mechanism is surprisingly readable once accustomed. However, multiple owners and reviewers flag challenges with legibility due to unusual displays and difficulty identifying details on the map. Some owners report issues with customer service and strap quality, while others consider the watch overpriced or an imitation. Overall, CIGA Design is highly regarded by owners and reviewers for its radical, statement art watch aesthetic and unique mechanics that make it look and wear like a much more expensive timepiece.

Eza Sealander

Owners widely praise the Eza Sealander for its build quality and finishing, which is considered exceptional for its price point. Reviewers highlight its balanced, wearable vintage-inspired design and legible dial. The ceramic bezel is noted for its precise action, and C3 Super-Luminova provides strong lume on the hands, markers, and bezel. The watch comes with both a leather and a NATO strap. Some owners and reviewers express dislike for the bezel teeth and large crown guards, and one reviewer found the crown's sharp grooves uncomfortable. The Eza Sealander is powered by a Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement and offers 300m water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Eza Sealander highly for its vintage-inspired design and impressive finishing at its price.

From video reviewers

The case finishing is a strong point. The lume on the hands and markers is also consistently praised.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BLACK STAR46mm
Sealander41mm
Power Reserve
BLACK STAR41h
Sealander40h
Water Resistance
BLACK STAR30m
Sealander300m
MSRP
BLACK STAR$1,980
Sealander$1,411

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
46mm
41mm
Thickness
15.6mm
14.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Material
Titanium
Bronze
Water Resistance
30m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova
SuperLuminova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
CIGA Design CD-04-S
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
26
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,980
$1,411
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