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Monta SkyquestvsVario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

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Skyquest
MontaSkyquest
MSRP $2,435
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
Vario1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
MSRP $218

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Skyquest40.7mm
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40mm
Power Reserve
Skyquest40h
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Skyquest305m
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz50m
MSRP
Skyquest$2,435
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz$218

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
40.7mm
40mm
Thickness
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.4mm
41mm
Lug Width
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
305m
50m

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Monta M-23
Miyota 2070/2170
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,435
$218

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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.

Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz for its superb case finishing, legibility, and premium look, with its 40mm size proving comfortable for many wrists. Reviewers highlight its incredible value at $198, featuring a Miyota solar quartz movement and polished chamfers adding unexpected style. Some owners note the lume is poor and the 50-meter water resistance is limited, while others desire a big date complication not supported by the solar movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz highly for its excellent finishing and value proposition.

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