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Monta AtlasvsVaer Field

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Atlas
MontaAtlas
MSRP $2,150
Field
VaerField
MSRP $329

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Atlas38.5mm
Field40mm
Power Reserve
Atlas40h
Field40h
Water Resistance
Atlas152m
Field100m
MSRP
Atlas$2,150
Field$329

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
38.5mm
40mm
Thickness
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
152m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Silver
White

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Monta M-23
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,150
$329

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Vaer Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Field's wearability, citing its slim 10.4mm thickness and 40mm case size. Reviewers and owners alike commend the crisp dial and excellent C3 SuperLuminova lume, with one owner noting it is "crazy bright." The Miyota 9015 movement is reported by one owner to run at +6 seconds per day. Some owners find the date window on older models to be a design flaw, and the lug hole placement can create a gap with standard straps. The $549 price is considered a hard sell by some, with others feeling it offers less value than established brands. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Field highly for its comfortable, slim case and bright lume at its price point.

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