Which is cheaper, the Laco DC-3 or the Monta Noble?

At MSRP the Laco DC-3 is the cheaper of the two at $650, against $1,895 for the Monta Noble — a $1,245 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Laco DC-3 or the Monta Noble?

The Laco DC-3 wears larger at 42mm versus 38.5mm for the Monta Noble — a 3.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Laco DC-3 or the Monta Noble?

The Monta Noble is rated to 152m versus 50m for the Laco DC-3.

What movement does the Laco DC-3 run compared to the Monta Noble?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Laco DC-3 uses the Miyota 821 and the Monta Noble uses the Monta M-22.

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Laco DC-3

861901

MSRP $650

MSRP $1,895

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At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

DC-342mm

Noble38.5mm

Power Reserve

DC-3—

Noble—

Water Resistance

DC-350m

Noble152m

MSRP

DC-3$650

Noble$1,895

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Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

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Anthracite

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

Miyota 821

Monta M-22

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$650

$1,895

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