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Monta SkyquestvsZelos Comet 39

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Skyquest
MontaSkyquest
MSRP $2,435
Comet 39
ZelosComet 39
MSRP $2,499

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Skyquest40.7mm
Comet 3939mm
Power Reserve
Skyquest40h
Comet 3940h
Water Resistance
Skyquest305m
Comet 3950m
MSRP
Skyquest$2,435
Comet 39$2,499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
40.7mm
39mm
Thickness
7.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
39mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
305m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Tantalum LE

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Monta M-23
ETA/Peseux 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,435
$2,499

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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 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.

Zelos Comet 39

Owners widely praise the Zelos Comet 39 for its wearable 39mm size, thin profile under 10mm thanks to its manual-wind Sellita SW215 movement, and its captivating dial with a deep starburst effect. The winding action is described as a joy, and the watch is considered a stunner for its price, blending modern and vintage aesthetics. Some owners note frustration with Zelos's limited production runs leading to quick sell-outs. One owner found the logo childlike, while another experienced strap-rubbing issues with the short lugs, which were resolved with a Milanese bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Comet 39 highly for its excellent value and striking dial design.

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