Which is cheaper, the Aigi Watches RAAF or the Laco Monte Carlo?

At MSRP the Aigi Watches RAAF is the cheaper of the two at $1,032, against $2,250 for the Laco Monte Carlo — a $1,218 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Aigi Watches RAAF or the Laco Monte Carlo?

The Laco Monte Carlo wears larger at 44mm versus 40mm for the Aigi Watches RAAF — a 4mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Aigi Watches RAAF or the Laco Monte Carlo?

The Aigi Watches RAAF is rated to 200m versus 50m for the Laco Monte Carlo.

What movement does the Aigi Watches RAAF run compared to the Laco Monte Carlo?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Aigi Watches RAAF uses the Sellita SW200-1 and the Laco Monte Carlo uses the Valjoux 7750.

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MSRP $1,032

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MSRP $2,250

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At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

RAAF40mm

Monte Carlo44mm

Power Reserve

RAAF—

Monte Carlo40h

Water Resistance

RAAF200m

Monte Carlo50m

MSRP

RAAF$1,032

Monte Carlo$2,250

Full specifications

Case

3 specs

Diameter

40mm

44mm

Thickness

11.95mm

16mm

Water Resistance

200m

50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

black

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Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW200-1

Valjoux 7750

Power Reserve

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,032

$2,250

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