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Monta SkyquestvsLinde Werdelin Oktopus III Black

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Skyquest
MontaSkyquest
MSRP $2,435
Oktopus III Black
Linde WerdelinOktopus III Black
MSRP $20,953

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Skyquest40.7mm
Oktopus III Black45mm
Power Reserve
Skyquest40h
Oktopus III Black60h
Water Resistance
Skyquest305m
Oktopus III Black300m
MSRP
Skyquest$2,435
Oktopus III Black$20,953

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
40.7mm
45mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
305m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
None
Superluminova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Monta M-23
LW09
Power Reserve
40h
60h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,435
$20,953

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Monta Skyquest

Owners widely praise the Monta Skyquest's build quality and bracelet finishing, with one owner noting its superior articulation and another calling it outstanding for the price. Reviewers highlight its wearability, sporty yet dressy aesthetic, bold aluminum bezel, and bright lume, powered by a Sellita SW330 movement. Some owners find the bezel numeral style polarizing, the GMT hand kinked, and the bezel rotation stiff with silent clicks. The clasp is described as a tight fit and long by some, and the watch wears larger than expected, though its low weight and slim side profile are noted positives. Accuracy for the SW330 movement is considered good by some, with 300m WR and a slim case profile also cited. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Monta Skyquest highly for its exceptional bracelet finishing and versatile design at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Monta Skyquest GMT features an excellent bracelet, praised by multiple reviewers for its high quality and smooth action. A notable trade-off is the lume brightness, which could be improved. Reviewers disagree on whether the watch's price justifies its cost, with some considering it one of the most expensive GMTs under $3,000 and others viewing it as a strong contender in the under $3000 GMT market.

Linde Werdelin Oktopus III Black

The Linde Werdelin Oktopus III is noted for its original, artistic design and high-quality case finishing. Reviewers describe it as a fun, attention-grabbing watch with a tough appearance, comfortable on the wrist despite its 44mm x 46mm size. It features a LW customized Dubois Dépraz caliber 14580 automatic movement and is water resistant to 300 meters. One reviewer flags that a big date complication's legibility is hampered by cut-out numerals. On balance, reviewers appreciate the Linde Werdelin Oktopus III for its striking aesthetic and robust build.

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