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Lorier AstravsMonta Atlas

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Astra
LorierAstra
MSRP $599
Atlas
MontaAtlas
MSRP $2,150

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Astra36mm
Atlas38.5mm
Power Reserve
Astra40h
Atlas40h
Water Resistance
Astra50m
Atlas152m
MSRP
Astra$599
Atlas$2,150

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Field
GMT
Diameter
36mm
38.5mm
Lug Width
18mm
Water Resistance
50m
152m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Standard
Silver

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Monta M-23

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$599
$2,150

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Lorier Astra

The Lorier Astra is praised for its outstanding details and design language, hitting a "dressy sports watch" vibe with a beautiful sector dial and lume. Owners note its versatile, do-it-all design with classic proportions and refined details like beveled markers, making it suitable for both formal and casual wear. The watch wears slightly larger than its 36mm case suggests, closer to 38mm, with lugs that taper and curve downward to fit well on smaller wrists. However, the bracelet feels a bit light, some screws are difficult to remove, and the Miyota movement can gain around 8 seconds in 12 hours with potentially offset date numerals. On balance, owners rate the Lorier Astra highly for its dressy sports watch aesthetic and refined details at its price point.

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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