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CIGA Design BLACK STARvsFarer AQUAMATIC

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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.

Farer AQUAMATIC

Owners widely praise the Farer AQUAMATIC for its vibrant color palettes, clean design, and excellent wearability, particularly on its 38.5mm case, with multiple sources highlighting its value under $1,000 and the inclusion of multiple strap options. Reviewers and owners alike commend its build quality and dial details, with one owner noting the double AR coating. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting great timekeeping and another experiencing a watch running about 4 seconds per hour slow, requiring service. Some find the Sellita SW220-1 movement unremarkable, and the day/date font colors are noted by one owner as making the dial feel busy, while bezel grip is described as okay with slight wiggle, common for its price point. Overall, owners rate the Farer AQUAMATIC highly for its fun design and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The Farer AQUAMATIC features a visually appealing design with bold red accents and a spearmint dial. The watch's Swiss-made movement is a notable aspect. The price point is a trade-off against more established brands in the market.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BLACK STAR46mm
AQUAMATIC38.5mm
Power Reserve
BLACK STAR41h
AQUAMATIC41h
Water Resistance
BLACK STAR30m
AQUAMATIC200m
MSRP
BLACK STAR$1,980
AQUAMATIC$875

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
46mm
38.5mm
Thickness
15.6mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
CIGA Design CD-04-S
Sellita SW220-1
Power Reserve
41h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,980
$875
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