Description
The CIGA Design Edge Titanium Orange is built around clarity of structure. Its skeletonised dial removes traditional layering, allowing the movement architecture to define the visual identity. The use of titanium reinforces this approach - light, technical, and purpose-driven - while orange accents introduce controlled contrast within an otherwise monochromatic frame.
Inspiration & Design
The Edge series is driven by structural design rather than traditional watch aesthetics. Instead of hiding the movement beneath a dial, the bridges and supporting elements become the dial itself.
Angular forms and exposed geometry give the watch a technical, almost architectural presence. The orange highlights are not decorative, but directional - guiding the eye through the layout and adding legibility to an otherwise open composition.
Dial & Case Details
The openworked dial reveals a multi-layered structure, with bridges arranged to create depth without visual clutter. The finishing is kept deliberately restrained, allowing light and shadow to define the surfaces.
The titanium case complements this with a matte, industrial texture. Its lightweight nature improves wearability, while the sharp lines and clean edges reinforce the overall design language.
Movement & Mechanics
At the core is an automatic mechanical movement, visible from both the front and caseback. The open architecture allows key components to remain in view, reinforcing the connection between form and function.
Rather than treating the movement as something to conceal, the Edge integrates it as part of the visual system.
Bracelet/Strap & Wearability
The tonneau-shaped case is engineered for ergonomic comfort, allowing the watch to sit naturally along the curvature of the wrist. Despite its bold appearance, the Edge remains balanced and comfortable for daily wear.
The watch is equipped with a quick-release strap system, allowing straps to be swapped easily without tools. This feature makes it simple to adapt the watch’s style from casual to more formal settings.
Final Impression
The CIGA Design Edge Titanium Orange is less about traditional watchmaking cues and more about structure, material, and clarity. It suits someone who values design thinking - where every element has a purpose and nothing feels added without reason.
Technical Specifications
| Case size: |
48.0x40.8mm |
| Case material: |
Grade 2 titanium
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| Case back: |
Sapphire exhibition caseback
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| Movement type: |
Automatic
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| Movement no.: |
In-house movement
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| Power reserve: |
Approx 40hrs |
| Dial: |
Unique open work dial design |
| Glass: |
Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating |
| Water resistance: |
3ATM |
| Strap type: |
Silicone and leather
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| Strap material: |
1 x orange silicone; 1 x black calf leather
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| Buckle: |
Tang buckle |
| Warranty: |
2 years
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