Duckworth Prestex Z Hunter by CIGA DesignvsCIGA Design Hunter
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Measurements
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Z Hunter by CIGA Design

Hunter
Diameter
40mm
43mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Thickness
n/a
12.1mm
Water Resistance
n/a
30m
Power Reserve
40h
40h
MSRP
$475
lowest
$599
Movement
Automatic
CIGA Design CD-07
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners praise the Duckworth Prestex Z Hunter by CIGA Design for its unique skeletonized tonneau design and legibility improvements over other models in the line, with some appreciating the use of trade association letters as hour markers on specific variants. The watch is seen as a statement piece offering a high-end aesthetic for its price. However, some owners express concerns about the longevity and reliability of the Chinese-made automatic movement, with one reporting a rotor failure and another finding the watch difficult to read for precise timekeeping. The leather strap is also noted as subpar. Overall, owners rate the Duckworth Prestex Z Hunter by CIGA Design positively for its distinctive design and value, despite some reservations about movement reliability.
The CIGA Design HUNTER is praised for its affordable execution of high-end aesthetics, with reviewers noting its beautiful appearance and well-executed skeletonization, particularly the integration of the case and sapphire crystal. Owners find the CIGA Design HUNTER weighty but fun, and one owner highlights the crisp finishing on its Grade 5 titanium case. However, legibility is flagged as poor, the movement is described as loud, and the anti-reflective coating is minimal. One owner reported the watch stopped ticking within a day. The CIGA Design HUNTER features an automatic CIGA Design CD-07 movement and 30m water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the CIGA Design HUNTER for its striking skeletonized design and premium look at an accessible price point, despite noted legibility and lume drawbacks.
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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