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Monta SkyquestvsPhoibos Wave Master GMT

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Skyquest
MontaSkyquest
MSRP $2,435
Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Skyquest40.7mm
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Power Reserve
Skyquest40h
Wave Master GMT40h
Water Resistance
Skyquest305m
Wave Master GMT200m
MSRP
Skyquest$2,435
Wave Master GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40.7mm
39.5mm
Thickness
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
305m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Monta M-23
SII NH34

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,435
$399

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Monta Skyquest

Owners widely praise the Monta Skyquest's build quality and bracelet finishing, with one owner noting its superior articulation and another calling it outstanding for the price. Reviewers highlight its wearability, sporty yet dressy aesthetic, bold aluminum bezel, and bright lume, powered by a Sellita SW330 movement. Some owners find the bezel numeral style polarizing, the GMT hand kinked, and the bezel rotation stiff with silent clicks. The clasp is described as a tight fit and long by some, and the watch wears larger than expected, though its low weight and slim side profile are noted positives. Accuracy for the SW330 movement is considered good by some, with 300m WR and a slim case profile also cited. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Monta Skyquest highly for its exceptional bracelet finishing and versatile design at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Monta Skyquest GMT features an excellent bracelet, praised by multiple reviewers for its high quality and smooth action. A notable trade-off is the lume brightness, which could be improved. Reviewers disagree on whether the watch's price justifies its cost, with some considering it one of the most expensive GMTs under $3,000 and others viewing it as a strong contender in the under $3000 GMT market.

Phoibos Wave Master GMT

The Phoibos Wave Master GMT is widely praised for its attractive design, comfortable 20mm tapering bracelet, and wearability on a 7" wrist, with owners finding it a strong value proposition at $220. Some minor finishing flaws, such as slightly crooked markers and off-center dial numbers, are noted by one owner, while accuracy averages around 5-10 seconds over two weeks. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Wave Master GMT highly for its distinctive design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Wave Master GMT's notable feature is its 200M water resistance. A drawback is the rattle of the bracelet. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer noting its significant weight for a 39.5mm case diameter, but the other reviewer doesn't mention any specific weaknesses or trade-offs.

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