Which is cheaper, the Monta Atlas or the Pagani Design PD-1691?

At MSRP the Pagani Design PD-1691 is the cheaper of the two at $146, against $2,150 for the Monta Atlas — a $2,004 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Monta Atlas or the Pagani Design PD-1691?

The Pagani Design PD-1691 wears larger at 39.7mm versus 38.5mm for the Monta Atlas — a 1.2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Monta Atlas or the Pagani Design PD-1691?

The Pagani Design PD-1691 is rated to 200m versus 152m for the Monta Atlas.

What movement does the Monta Atlas run compared to the Pagani Design PD-1691?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Monta Atlas uses the Monta M-23 and the Pagani Design PD-1691 uses the Miyota 8215.

Side by side

Monta AtlasvsPagani Design PD-1691

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

Monta Atlas

monta-atlas-opalin-silver-dial

MSRP $2,150

Pagani Design PD-1691

pd-1691

MSRP $146

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Atlas38.5mm

PD-169139.7mm

Power Reserve

Atlas40h

PD-169140h

Water Resistance

Atlas152m

PD-1691200m

MSRP

Atlas$2,150

PD-1691$146

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Silver

Black

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

Monta M-23

Miyota 8215

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,150

$146

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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.

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.

A Blog to Watch

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Pagani Design PD-1691

Owners report an index falling off the dial of the Pagani Design PD-1691 shortly after purchase, with one owner noting the bracelet and clasp feel cheap and rattle, observing a significant quality difference compared to higher-end brands. Overall, owners find the Pagani Design PD-1691 to have significant quality control issues with its dial and bracelet components.

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