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CIGA Design BLUE PLANETvsanOrdain Fabrik GMT

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BLUE PLANET
CIGA DesignBLUE PLANET
MSRP $999
Fabrik GMT
anOrdainFabrik GMT
MSRP $1,937

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BLUE PLANET
Fabrik GMT38mm
Power Reserve
BLUE PLANET
Fabrik GMT42h
Water Resistance
BLUE PLANET30m
Fabrik GMT50m
MSRP
BLUE PLANET$999
Fabrik GMT$1,937

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
GMT
Diameter
38mm
Thickness
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Fabrik GMT

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2893-2
Power Reserve
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$999
$1,937

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What people say

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CIGA Design BLUE PLANET

The CIGA Design BLUE PLANET is widely praised for its unique visual impact and aesthetic, particularly its 3D rotating globe dial with raised topography. Owners and reviewers consistently highlight the high aesthetics and unique time-telling mechanism. However, legibility is a recurring concern, with multiple sources noting difficulty distinguishing familiar continents and small, unclear markers. The 46mm case, while lugless and surprisingly wearable for some due to its short lug-to-lug distance, is described as top-heavy and having substantial heft, especially in stainless steel. The automatic movement offers a 40-hour power reserve and an accuracy range of +30/-15 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the CIGA Design BLUE PLANET for its striking, unique dial design and aesthetic appeal, despite significant legibility challenges.

anOrdain Fabrik GMT

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Fabrik GMT for its striking purple lacquer dial. Some enthusiasts, however, feel it departs from the brand's signature enamel dials and Scottish heritage. The watch is considered good value at £1350 GBP, featuring a Swiss LJP movement and a German-made dial. One owner noted the 38mm case size felt small on an 8.5" wrist. Overall, owners rate the anOrdain Fabrik GMT highly for its unique dial and perceived value, despite some feeling it deviates from the brand's core identity.

From video reviewers

The hand-enameled dial is a significant strength. No weaknesses were cited by multiple reviewers.

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