Which is cheaper, the Monta Atlas or the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss is the cheaper of the two at $850, against $2,150 for the Monta Atlas — a $1,300 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Monta Atlas or the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss?

The Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss wears larger at 43mm versus 38.5mm for the Monta Atlas — a 4.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Monta Atlas or the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss?

The Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss is rated to 300m versus 152m for the Monta Atlas.

What movement does the Monta Atlas run compared to the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Monta Atlas uses the Monta M-23 and the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss uses the Sellita SW200-1.

Side by side

Monta AtlasvsSpinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

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

Monta Atlas

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MSRP $2,150

Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

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MSRP $850

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Atlas38.5mm

Tesei Bronze Swiss43mm

Power Reserve

Atlas40h

Tesei Bronze Swiss40h

Water Resistance

Atlas152m

Tesei Bronze Swiss300m

MSRP

Atlas$2,150

Tesei Bronze Swiss$850

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

Silver

Green

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

Monta M-23

Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,150

$850

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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.

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Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

Owners praise the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss for its incredible macro-level detail and sharp design, noting its bronze case, ceramic bezel, and wave dial. The inclusion of a Sellita SW200 Swiss movement is highlighted. One owner expressed a desire for a smaller 39-40mm variant, stating it would be their ultimate bronze diver if such a size were offered. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss highly for its detailed finishing and bronze diver aesthetic.

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