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Monta AtlasvsVario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

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

Atlas
MontaAtlas
MSRP $2,150
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
Vario1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
MSRP $218

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Atlas38.5mm
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40mm
Power Reserve
Atlas40h
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Atlas152m
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz50m
MSRP
Atlas$2,150
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz$218

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
38.5mm
40mm
Thickness
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
41mm
Lug Width
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
152m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Monta M-23
Miyota 2070/2170
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,150
$218

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz for its superb case finishing, legibility, and premium look, with its 40mm size proving comfortable for many wrists. Reviewers highlight its incredible value at $198, featuring a Miyota solar quartz movement and polished chamfers adding unexpected style. Some owners note the lume is poor and the 50-meter water resistance is limited, while others desire a big date complication not supported by the solar movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz highly for its excellent finishing and value proposition.

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