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CIGA Design BLACK STARvsPagani Design PD-YS027

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BLACK STAR
CIGA DesignBLACK STAR
MSRP $1,980
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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.

Pagani Design PD-YS027

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-YS027's quality and appearance, particularly in low light, and appreciate the display case back. However, some owners find the integrated bracelet excessively shiny and limiting for strap changes. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-YS027 highly for its exceptional quality and value at its price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BLACK STAR46mm
PD-YS02740.5mm
Power Reserve
BLACK STAR41h
PD-YS02740h
Water Resistance
BLACK STAR30m
PD-YS027100m
MSRP
BLACK STAR$1,980
PD-YS027$146

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
46mm
40.5mm
Thickness
15.6mm
11.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
27mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
CD-04-S
Miyota 8215
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,980
$146
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