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Dryden PathfindervsCIGA Design HUNTER

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Pathfinder
DrydenPathfinder
MSRP $650
HUNTER
CIGA DesignHUNTER
MSRP $499

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pathfinder41mm
HUNTER43mm
Power Reserve
Pathfinder40h
HUNTER40h
Water Resistance
Pathfinder201m
HUNTER30m
MSRP
Pathfinder$650
HUNTER$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Skeleton
Diameter
41mm
43mm
Thickness
11.8mm
12.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
201m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Steel
Carbon

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
CD-07
Power Reserve
40h
40h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$499

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Dryden Pathfinder

The Dryden Steel 12 Hour 41mm is widely praised for its excellent case finishing and comfortable wearability, with a sleek 11.75mm height. Owners note generous BGW9 lume and excellent end link fitment on the bracelet, though the crown is described as small and slippery, and the clasp disappointing. The dial's design is considered generic by some, and one owner desires a more unique aesthetic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Steel 12 Hour 41mm highly for its case finishing and comfortable wearability at its price point.

CIGA Design HUNTER

The CIGA Design HUNTER is widely seen as a visually impressive skeleton watch that offers an expensive aesthetic for its price. Owners find the CIGA Design HUNTER weighty but fun, and reviewers highlight its well-executed skeletonization and excellent case integration. However, legibility is a common concern, with one owner noting minimal anti-reflective coating and another pointing out the hands' lume application is lacking. The movement is described as loud by one reviewer, and a significant durability issue was reported by an owner whose watch stopped ticking within a day. The CIGA Design HUNTER features a Grade 5 titanium case with crisp finishing. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the CIGA Design HUNTER for its striking skeletonized design and premium case finishing at an accessible price point, though concerns exist regarding legibility and movement noise.

From video reviewers

The CIGA Design HUNTER's unique layered case with an industrial skeleton aesthetic gives it a futuristic look. A notable weakness is the integrated stainless steel H-link bracelet's noticeable rattle, which may be a drawback for some buyers. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer considering the custom, in-house movement impressive at the price point, while another suggests the price is higher than some competitors without a clear justification.

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