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Monta AtlasvsZelos Spearfish 3

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

Atlas
MontaAtlas
MSRP $2,150
Spearfish 3
ZelosSpearfish 3
MSRP $749

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Atlas38.5mm
Spearfish 340mm
Power Reserve
Atlas40h
Spearfish 340h
Water Resistance
Atlas152m
Spearfish 3200m
MSRP
Atlas$2,150
Spearfish 3$749

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
38.5mm
40mm
Thickness
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
152m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Diver - Forged Carbon

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Monta M-23
La Joux-Perret G100

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,150
$749

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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.

Zelos Spearfish 3

The Zelos Spearfish 3 is widely praised for its exceptional finishing, with razor-sharp polish and flawless brushed transitions that owners feel exceed its price point. The 40mm case is noted for its wearability, and the La Joux-Perret G100 movement offers a 68-hour power reserve, with reported accuracy averaging +2.6 seconds per day. Reviewers highlight the exceptionally smooth bi-directional bezel and a tool-less micro-adjustment clasp described as best-in-class among microbrands. The sapphire sandwich construction and lumed bezel are also cited as desirable features. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Spearfish 3 highly for its outstanding finishing and value at its price point.

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