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Cincinnati Watch Company Desk DivervsCIGA Design EDGE

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Desk Diver
Cincinnati Watch CompanyDesk Diver
MSRP $750
EDGE
CIGA DesignEDGE
MSRP $299

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Desk Diver36mm
EDGE40.8mm
Power Reserve
Desk Diver45h
EDGE40h
Water Resistance
Desk Diver50m
EDGE30m
MSRP
Desk Diver$750
EDGE$299

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
Skeleton
Diameter
36mm
40.8mm
Thickness
0mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
0mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Sandwich
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
45h
40h
Jewels
18
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$750
$299

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What people say

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Cincinnati Watch Company Desk Diver

The Cincinnati Watch Company Desk Diver is a 40mm hand-wind watch with a black dial, acrylic crystal, and FKM rubber strap, powered by a Sellita SW210 manual wind movement. Owners report the watch gained one second per day, and it comes with a QC and timing report. Some find the Desk Diver a unique novelty, though many consider its $1500 price too high. The watch has 0 meters of water resistance, and its vintage case may show small marks. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Desk Diver as a unique novelty, with the primary reservation being its high price for its perceived playful nature.

CIGA Design EDGE

Owners widely praise the CIGA Design EDGE for its stunning, design-forward skeletonized looks and surprisingly light wearability, with one owner noting it as a conversation starter. The finishing is also highlighted as a strong point, alongside its attractive book-style packaging. Concerns exist regarding the robustness and longevity of the Sea-Gull movement, with quality noted as potentially irregular. The included strap may be too small for some wrists, requiring aftermarket solutions. Overall, owners rate the CIGA Design EDGE highly for its unique aesthetic and value, especially when purchased at a sale price.

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