CIGA Design

About CIGA Design

CIGA Design was founded in 2016 in China, and has grown into one of the fastest-growing independent watch brands worldwide within less than a decade. The brand is built around a 'Form Follows Function' design philosophy, treating the watch movement itself as the centrepiece rather than hiding it behind a conventional dial.

CIGA Design has earned international recognition for its youthfulness, horology complications industrial, modern aesthetic, including the GPHG Challenge Prize in 2021 for its Blue Planet collection, alongside an iF Design Award and a Red Dot Award. The brand blends Swiss-inspired horology with contemporary art, appealing to collectors looking beyond mainstream Swiss brands.

Why Choose CIGA Design Watches?

Unlike traditional luxury watch brands that focus on heritage styling, CIGA Design emphasises modern industrial design and complex features, mechanical innovation. Every watch is created to showcase the beauty of its movement, making the watch itself a wearable piece of engineering.

Highlights of CIGA Design Watches

•        Award-winning watch brand

•        Innovative skeleton and open-worked movements

•        Automatic mechanical movements

•        Sapphire crystal protection

•        Premium materials including titanium, ceramic and stainless steel

•        Stainless steel, ceramic & titanium straps. 

•        Contemporary architectural case designs

•        Excellent value in the luxury mechanical watch segment

•        Perfect for collectors seeking unique conversation pieces

CIGA Design at a Glance

Feature	Details
Brand Origin	China
Founded	2016
Watch Type	Mechanical & Automatic
Design Philosophy	Form Follows Function
Known For	Skeleton Watches, Blue Planet Collection
Signature Collections	Blue Planet, Series C, X Series, Z Series, Magician
Award Recognition	GPHG Challenge Prize, iF Design Award, Red Dot Award
Ideal For	Design Enthusiasts, Watch Collectors, Everyday Mechanical Watches

Best Selling CIGA Design Watches

Collection	Movement	Case Material	Key Feature
Blue Planet II	Automatic	Titanium / Steel	Award-winning single-hand display
Hunter Series	Automatic Skeleton	Carbon / Steel	Fully skeletonized architecture
Edge Series	Automatic	Stainless Steel	Ultra-thin skeleton design
Machina Series	Automatic	Ceramic	Contemporary geometric styling
Eastern Jade	Automatic	Ceramic	Jade-inspired premium finish

Popular CIGA Design Collections

Each CIGA Design collection offers a distinct interpretation of modern horology.

Blue Planet

The collection that brought global recognition to CIGA Design. Featuring a rotating Earth-inspired dial with an innovative satellite-style time display, Blue Planet became the first Chinese-designed watch to win the GPHG Challenge Prize, in 2021.

Series C

Minimalist skeleton watches that expose the movement while maintaining a clean, architectural appearance. Ideal for buyers looking for affordable skeleton automatic watches.

X Series

Bold geometric cases with industrial styling and visible mechanics, designed for collectors who prefer contemporary wrist presence.

Z Series

Futuristic designs with unique case construction and layered dials, reflecting CIGA Design's emphasis on innovation.

Magician Series

Mechanical watches inspired by illusion and transparency, showcasing intricate movement architecture.

Explore CIGA Design Watches by Collection

•        Blue Planet Watches

•        Hunter Skeleton Watches

•        Edge Collection

•        Machina Collection

•        Eastern Jade Series

•        Gorilla Series

•        Moon Walker Edition

•        Tourbillon Collection

Each collection showcases a unique interpretation of mechanical watchmaking, ranging from minimalist skeleton designs to highly artistic complications.

CIGA Design Watches By Category

Watches By Gender

CIGA Design Watches for Men | CIGA Design Watches for Women | Unisex CIGA Design Watches

Watches By Movement

CIGA Design Automatic Watches | CIGA Design Manual Winding Watches | CIGA Design Quartz Watches

Watches By Colour

CIGA Design Black Watches | CIGA Design Blue Watches | CIGA Design Red Watches | CIGA Design White Watches | CIGA Design Purple Watches | CIGA Design Orange Watches | CIGA Design Skeleton Watches | CIGA Design Mother of Pearl Watches | CIGA Design Grey Watches

Watches By Case Shape

CIGA Design Round Watches | CIGA Design Cushion Watches | CIGA Design Square Watches | CIGA Design Tonneau Watches | CIGA Design Asymmetrical Watches

Watches By Price

Ciga Design Watches Under ₹25,000 | Ciga Design Watches Under ₹50,000 | Ciga Design Watches Under ₹1,00,000 | Ciga Design Watches Under ₹2,00,000

What Makes CIGA Design Different?

CIGA Design has become one of the fastest-growing independent watch brands because it challenges traditional watchmaking norms. Instead of designing around conventional dials, the brand builds watches where the movement becomes the centrepiece - exposed mechanics, unconventional time displays, and bold architectural cases that have attracted collectors worldwide.

Its flagship Blue Planet watch introduced an entirely new way of displaying time through a single rotating pointer inspired by Earth's orbit, earning the brand one of the industry's highest honours - the GPHG Challenge Prize.

Who Should Buy a CIGA Design Watch?

A CIGA Design watch is ideal for:

•        First-time automatic watch buyers

•        Mechanical watch enthusiasts

•        Skeleton watch collectors

•        Design professionals

•        Micro Engineering/Architecture lovers

•        Modern luxury enthusiasts

•        Watch collectors looking beyond mainstream Swiss brands

•        Buyers seeking exceptional value in mechanical watches

•        Young collector

CIGA Design Watch Buying Guide

Buying Factor	Recommendation
Everyday Wear	Hunter, Edge Series
Statement Piece	Blue Planet II
Skeleton Watch	Hunter Collection
Lightweight Option	Titanium Blue Planet
Luxury Gift	Blue Planet II or Eastern Jade
Premium Collectible	Tourbillon Collection

Why Watch Collectors Appreciate CIGA Design

CIGA Design has earned recognition for challenging conventional watchmaking through bold industrial design rather than traditional luxury positioning. While many brands emphasise heritage, CIGA Design focuses on originality, engineering, and accessibility - an approach that has earned it multiple international design awards and a growing following within the global watch community.

Why Buy CIGA Design Watches from Hour Studio?

Hour Studio sources every CIGA Design watch directly from authorized channels, ensuring complete authenticity and manufacturer-backed warranty, alongside expert assistance before and after your purchase.

Benefits of Shopping at Hour Studio

•        100% Genuine CIGA Design Watches

•        Backed by India’s largest Luxury watch retailer Ethos

•        Manufacturer Warranty

•        Secure Online Shopping

•        Multiple Payment Options

•        Easy EMI Availability

•        Fast & Insured Shipping Across India

•        Dedicated Luxury Watch Experts

•        Easy Customer Support

Whether you're investing in your first automatic watch or expanding your collection, Hour Studio helps you choose the perfect CIGA Design model based on your style and budget.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was CIGA Design founded?

CIGA Design was founded in 2016 in China. Within a few years, the brand built an international reputation for skeleton dials and industrial design, culminating in the 2021 GPHG Challenge Prize for its Blue Planet collection - one of independent watchmaking's most prestigious honours.

Are CIGA Design watches worth buying?

Yes. definitely as it provides great value to the money spent. CIGA Design is recognised globally for combining innovative engineering with award-winning industrial design, including the 2021 GPHG Challenge Prize for its Blue Planet collection. Its automatic mechanical watches offer exceptional value compared to many traditional luxury brands, particularly for buyers new to mechanical watches. Complication which features in ultra-high end watch brands are made available at very reasonable prices. 

Are CIGA Design watches automatic?

Most CIGA Design watches feature automatic mechanical movements, visible through the brand's signature skeleton and open-worked dials that put the moving parts on display. The brand also offers select manual-winding complications and tourbillon models for collectors seeking more advanced mechanics.

What is the most popular CIGA Design watch?

The Blue Planet II is the brand's flagship model and one of the most celebrated contemporary watch designs worldwide, known for its single-hand, Earth-inspired time display. It remains the watch most closely associated with CIGA Design's global recognition, including its 2021 GPHG Challenge Prize win.

Do CIGA Design watches use sapphire crystal?

Many premium CIGA Design collections feature scratch-resistant sapphire crystal for enhanced durability and clarity, particularly in the brand's skeleton and open-worked models where the crystal also needs to showcase the movement clearly. Availability varies by collection and specific model.

Are CIGA Design watches suitable for collectors?

Absolutely. CIGA Design's distinctive design language, limited production models, award-winning innovations, and unique complications make the brand highly appealing to modern collectors, especially those looking for mechanical watches outside the mainstream Swiss watchmaking tradition.

Why buy CIGA Design watches from Hour Studio?

Hour Studio sources every CIGA Design watch through authorised channels, backing each purchase with official manufacturer warranty. Shoppers also get secure checkout, expert guidance, nationwide delivery, and a premium ownership experience from a trusted luxury watch retailer in India.