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Oak & Oscar The AshlandvsMonta Atlas

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The Ashland
Oak & OscarThe Ashland
MSRP $1,850
Atlas
MontaAtlas
MSRP $2,150

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Ashland39.5mm
Atlas38.5mm
Power Reserve
The Ashland42 hoursh
Atlas40h
Water Resistance
The Ashland200m
Atlas152m
MSRP
The Ashland$1,850
Atlas$2,150

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Tool
GMT
Diameter
39.5mm
38.5mm
Thickness
12.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
152m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Double-domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Green
Silver
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
ETA 2892A2
Monta M-23
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
42 hoursh
40h
Jewels
21
25
Complications
GMT, Chronograph, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,850
$2,150

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What people say

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Oak & Oscar The Ashland

Owners widely appreciate Oak & Oscar The Ashland for its handsome design, symmetrical dial layout, and good timekeeping, with one owner reporting -4 seconds per day. Some pre-owned examples show minor marks on the lugs, bezel, and case, along with strap wear, consistent with normal use. On balance, owners value Oak & Oscar The Ashland for its attractive design and reliable performance.

Monta Atlas

The Monta Atlas is widely praised for its exceptional wearability, with its comfortable 38.5mm case size and buttery bracelet frequently highlighted. Owners and reviewers alike commend its fit and finish, noting a mix of brushed, polished, and blasted surfaces. However, the rehaut on the opaline silver dial is considered nearly illegible for the 24-hour GMT scale, leading some to suggest other dial colors are more practical for GMT functionality. One owner also flagged the crown as less sturdy than anticipated and noted the AR coating attracts fingerprints. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Monta Atlas highly for its comfortable dimensions and appealing finishing.

From video reviewers

The Monta Opalin Silver's dial is a notable strength, particularly its subtle gradient effect that adds depth to the watch without being too flashy. The watch offers a notable value proposition due to its movement, typically found in more expensive timepieces. The bracelet can be prone to rattle, which might be a trade-off for some buyers.

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