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CIGA Design EDGEvsVaer Tactical Field

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EDGE
CIGA DesignEDGE
MSRP $299
Tactical Field
VaerTactical Field
MSRP $199

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
EDGE40.8mm
Tactical Field36mm
Power Reserve
EDGE40h
Tactical Field40h
Water Resistance
EDGE30m
Tactical Field100m
MSRP
EDGE$299
Tactical Field$199

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Skeleton
Field
Diameter
40.8mm
36mm
Thickness
12.3mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
36mm

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
40h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$199

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What people say

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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.

Vaer Tactical Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tactical Field's exceptionally bright and long-lasting C3 SuperLuminova, supple straps that break in well, and thin case that avoids snagging. The watch is described as a reliable beater for outdoor activities and a welcome change from smartwatches, with some commenters calling it a "thing of beauty" and "good looking." However, some owners report issues with the second hand occasionally missing indicators due to hand assembly, and one owner experienced a misaligned watch face. A power reserve indicator is also missed by some. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its excellent lume and wearability at the price point.

From video reviewers

The 36mm case size is a great fit for smaller wrists. The watch's 200m water resistance is a standard for this type. The quartz movement is a compromise for the watch's overall design and feel.

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