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CIGA Design BLACK STARvsHamilton Jazzmaster Auto

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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.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto

The Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto is widely praised for its excellent value, clean and uncomplicated design suitable for various occasions, and comfortable wearability, with a 40mm or 42mm case size that is considered unobtrusive. Reviewers highlight its refined H-21 movement, which offers a 60-hour power reserve, and distinctive sunray dials. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto highly for its impressive balance of contemporary style and traditional watchmaking at its price point.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BLACK STAR46mm
Jazzmaster Auto36mm
Power Reserve
BLACK STAR41h
Jazzmaster Auto80h
Water Resistance
BLACK STAR30m
Jazzmaster Auto50m
MSRP
BLACK STAR$1,980
Jazzmaster Auto$1,125

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
46mm
36mm
Thickness
15.6mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
CIGA Design CD-04-S
Hamilton H-10
Power Reserve
41h
80h
Jewels
26
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,980
$1,125
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