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Monta AtlasvsPagani Design PD-1788 GMT NH34

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Atlas
MontaAtlas
MSRP $2,150
PD-1788 GMT NH34
Pagani DesignPD-1788 GMT NH34
MSRP $196

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Atlas38.5mm
PD-1788 GMT NH3440mm
Power Reserve
Atlas40h
PD-1788 GMT NH3442h
Water Resistance
Atlas152m
PD-1788 GMT NH34100m
MSRP
Atlas$2,150
PD-1788 GMT NH34$196

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
40mm
Thickness
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
152m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Silver
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Monta M-23
NH34
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,150
$196

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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 Atlas

The Monta Atlas is widely praised for its exceptional wearability, with its comfortable 38.5mm case size and buttery bracelet frequently highlighted. Owners and reviewers alike commend its fit and finish, noting a mix of brushed, polished, and blasted surfaces. However, the rehaut on the opaline silver dial is considered nearly illegible for the 24-hour GMT scale, leading some to suggest other dial colors are more practical for GMT functionality. One owner also flagged the crown as less sturdy than anticipated and noted the AR coating attracts fingerprints. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Monta Atlas highly for its comfortable dimensions and appealing finishing.

From video reviewers

The Monta Opalin Silver's dial is a notable strength, particularly its subtle gradient effect that adds depth to the watch without being too flashy. The watch offers a notable value proposition due to its movement, typically found in more expensive timepieces. The bracelet can be prone to rattle, which might be a trade-off for some buyers.

Pagani Design PD-1788 GMT NH34

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1788 GMT NH34 for its good size and attractive design, with some noting it appears to be a quality step up for the brand. However, opinions are split on its value and aesthetic execution; some owners love it and find it cool, while others consider it a poor copy, too expensive, and note issues like faded dial print and a bracelet that looks bad on certain variants. One owner found their unit arrived DOA, and another suggests regulating the NH34 movement for reliability. Overall, owners are divided on the Pagani Design PD-1788 GMT NH34, with strong opinions ranging from love for its design and perceived quality to criticism of its execution and price point.

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