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Kobold Phantom Black OpsvsCIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT

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Kobold Phantom Black Ops

Owners find the Kobold well-constructed overall, with a serviceable ETA 7750 movement, though one notes the subdials and day/date indicator read surprisingly subdued on the dial. The brand draws mixed feedback on value: multiple owners cite overpricing relative to specs and report poor customer service and managerial issues, though one owner had a positive repair experience. On balance, the Kobold's solid build quality is offset by widespread concern over pricing and inconsistent customer support.

CIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT

The CIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT features an onyx case and a unique dial design with a gold snake indicating hours and minutes. Reviewers note the CD-04-S automatic movement has a 41-hour power reserve and the watch is water-resistant to 30 meters. The silver version uses a 925 silver snake and a CD-04-E movement, while the gold version features an 18K gold snake and the CD-04-S movement. On balance, reviewers highlight the LEGEND OF SERPENT's distinctive dial and case design as its primary appeal.

From video reviewers

The unique case design and 18k gold serpent hand are notable features of the CIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT. The watch's movement accuracy is also a strength, as it shares its movement with the award-winning Blue Planet titanium predecessor.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Phantom Black Ops41mm
LEGEND OF SERPENT46.5mm
Power Reserve
Phantom Black Ops40h
LEGEND OF SERPENT41h
Water Resistance
Phantom Black Ops300m
LEGEND OF SERPENT30m
MSRP
Phantom Black Ops$6,450
LEGEND OF SERPENT$2,399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
41mm
46.5mm
Thickness
17mm
15.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Gold
Water Resistance
300m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
18k

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Valjoux 7750
CD-04-S
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,450
$2,399
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