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Praesidus Desert FieldvsCIGA Design EDGE

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Desert Field
PraesidusDesert Field
MSRP $195
EDGE
CIGA DesignEDGE
MSRP $299

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Desert Field34mm
EDGE40.8mm
Power Reserve
Desert Field40h
EDGE40h
Water Resistance
Desert Field50m
EDGE30m
MSRP
Desert Field$195
EDGE$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Skeleton
Diameter
34mm
40.8mm
Thickness
12.3mm
Lug Width
18mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Red
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Ronda 515
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
40h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$195
$299

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What people say

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Praesidus Desert Field

Praesidus Desert Field owners highlight its textured dial, with one specifically mentioning the Black Texture variant. On balance, owners find the Praesidus Desert Field appealing for its dial textures.

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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