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CIGA Design HUNTERvsTraska Venturer GMT

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HUNTER
CIGA DesignHUNTER
MSRP $499
Venturer GMT
TraskaVenturer GMT
MSRP $785

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
HUNTER43mm
Venturer GMT40mm
Power Reserve
HUNTER40h
Venturer GMT42h
Water Resistance
HUNTER30m
Venturer GMT150m
MSRP
HUNTER$499
Venturer GMT$785

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Skeleton
GMT
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Thickness
12.1mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
30m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Carbon
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
CD-07
9075
Power Reserve
40h
42h
Jewels
24
26
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$785

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What people say

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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.

Traska Venturer GMT

Owners widely praise the Traska Venturer GMT for its slim, wearable 38.5mm case and comfortable Oyster-style bracelet featuring an excellent micro-adjustment system. Reviewers highlight its outstanding build quality for the price, crisp glossy white lacquered dial, and reliable flyer GMT functionality powered by the Miyota 9075 movement. One owner finds the Traska Venturer GMT a versatile watch suitable for everyday and business-casual wear. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Traska Venturer GMT highly for its exceptional value and wearability.

From video reviewers

The Traska Venturer GMT has a notable movement with the Sellita SW330-1 caliber, praised for its accuracy and reliability. The watch's lume brightness is somewhat lacking, particularly in low-light conditions. Reviewers disagree on the watch's most notable feature, with one highlighting the independently adjustable hour hand for quickly adapting to a new timezone, and the other praising the movement's accuracy and reliability.

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