Which is cheaper, the Laco Monte Carlo or the Squale 1521?

At MSRP the Squale 1521 is the cheaper of the two at $1,265, against $2,250 for the Laco Monte Carlo — a $985 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Laco Monte Carlo or the Squale 1521?

The Laco Monte Carlo wears larger at 44mm versus 42mm for the Squale 1521 — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Laco Monte Carlo or the Squale 1521?

The Squale 1521 is rated to 500m versus 50m for the Laco Monte Carlo.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Laco Monte Carlo or the Squale 1521?

The Laco Monte Carlo carries a 40-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Squale 1521.

What movement does the Laco Monte Carlo run compared to the Squale 1521?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Laco Monte Carlo uses the Valjoux 7750 and the Squale 1521 uses the Sellita SW200-1.

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Laco Monte CarlovsSquale 1521

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Laco Monte Carlo

861815

MSRP $2,250

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Squale 1521

1521-classic-leather

MSRP $1,265

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At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Monte Carlo44mm

152142mm

Power Reserve

Monte Carlo40h

152138h

Water Resistance

Monte Carlo50m

1521500m

MSRP

Monte Carlo$2,250

1521$1,265

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Case

5 specs

Diameter

44mm

42mm

Thickness

16mm

12.5mm

Lug Width

0mm

20mm

Material

Stainless steel

Steel

Water Resistance

50m

500m

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Valjoux 7750

Sellita SW200-1

Power Reserve

40h

38h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,250

$1,265

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