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Glycine Airman PuristvsCIGA Design EDGE

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Airman Purist
GlycineAirman Purist
MSRP $2,700
EDGE
CIGA DesignEDGE
MSRP $299

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airman Purist42mm
EDGE40.8mm
Power Reserve
Airman Purist48h
EDGE40h
Water Resistance
Airman Purist100m
EDGE30m
MSRP
Airman Purist$2,700
EDGE$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Skeleton
Diameter
42mm
40.8mm
Thickness
12mm
12.3mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Green
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
Power Reserve
48h
40h
Jewels
21
24
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,700
$299

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What people say

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Glycine Airman Purist

Owners widely praise the Glycine Airman Purist's 39mm case size as ideal, noting it wears well, while some prefer the 36mm variant. The 24-hour dial is an engaging feature that proves easy to adapt to, particularly for those familiar with 24-hour timekeeping. Readability is a point of discussion; while some contemporary models feature stealthy, difficult-to-read hands and bezels, others, especially vintage versions and the white-dial GL0376, offer good contrast and legibility. On balance, owners appreciate the Glycine Airman Purist for its comfortable wearability and unique 24-hour dial experience, despite some legibility concerns on specific configurations.

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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