CIGA's Innovative Watch Design Diverges into Absorption of Light, Emulating the Mystique of Black Holes
The CIGA Design Black Star watch is a celestial marvel that has just landed on Earth, offering an innovative blend of horological innovation and space-themed aesthetics.
At its heart, the Black Star features a unique dial design inspired by the enigmatic black hole. This cosmic masterpiece is brought to life through CMYK gradient printing, which depicts a breathtaking galaxy scene surrounding a deep central "black hole" pit. Coated in Super Black pigment, the pit absorbs an astounding 99.6% of visible light, creating an illusion of a depthless void surrounded by pixelated blue arcs and scattered white stars.
Complementing this celestial aesthetic are luminous elements, including a single luminous polar-star hand and luminous hour and minute rings. These elements ensure readability even in the darkest of conditions, making the Black Star an ideal companion for night-time adventures.
The watch's 46mm case is crafted from Grade 2 titanium, boasting a sleek black DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) coating that enhances scratch resistance and maintains a lightweight feel. With a thickness of 15.6mm and integrated lugs, the case is paired with a black fluororubber strap featuring a quick-release system, continuing the watch's monochromatic, space-themed look.
Mechanically, the Black Star relies on the same CIGA CD-04-S automatic movement as the standard Blue Planet II. This movement incorporates CIGA Design's proprietary Asynchronous-Follow Technology, resulting in an unconventional time display: the hour ring rotates 30° while the minute ring rotates 390°, all indicated by the luminous polar star hand. The movement operates at a 4Hz beat rate, delivers a power reserve of 41 hours, and offers an accuracy of +15/-30 seconds per day.
Water resistance is rated at 30 meters (3 ATM), making the Black Star suitable for daily wear but not for diving. The watch is equipped with an anti-reflective coated sapphire crystal, ensuring clear visibility and durability.
Each Black Star watch comes with a handwritten letter from Label Noir, adding a personal touch to this cosmic timepiece. The watch also includes custom packaging made from recycled paper, further emphasising CIGA Design's commitment to sustainability.
The CIGA Design Black Star is available now through CIGA Design's website. With its artistic dial design, cutting-edge Swiss automatic movement, robust titanium case, and space-inspired visual theme, the Black Star offers a unique and captivating timekeeping experience for modern explorers. The contrast between the light-absorbing center and the glowing time indicators creates a spectacle in darkness, making the Black Star a standout timepiece in any collection.
- The CIGA Design Black Star, with its space-themed style, makes it an impressive wearable gadget, blending technology and horological innovation to deliver a captivating timekeeping experience.
- Alongside its unique dial design and cosmic aesthetic, the Black Star watch is crafted with a lightweight yet durable titanium case, enhancing its appeal as a high-tech, fashionable timepiece.
