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Monta SkyquestvsSugess Seestern Heritage S436-2 BB GMT

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Skyquest
MontaSkyquest
MSRP $2,435
Seestern Heritage S436-2 BB GMT
SugessSeestern Heritage S436-2 BB GMT
MSRP $299

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Skyquest40.7mm
Seestern Heritage S436-2 BB GMT40mm
Power Reserve
Skyquest40h
Seestern Heritage S436-2 BB GMT35h
Water Resistance
Skyquest305m
Seestern Heritage S436-2 BB GMT10m
MSRP
Skyquest$2,435
Seestern Heritage S436-2 BB GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40.7mm
40mm
Thickness
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
305m
10m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
None
Tritium

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Monta M-23
Seiko NH34
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
3 vph
Power Reserve
40h
35h
Complications
None
GMT, Moonphase, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,435
$299

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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.

Sugess Seestern Heritage S436-2 BB GMT

Owners widely praise the Sugess Seestern Heritage S436-2 BB GMT for its 39mm sizing, 12mm thinness, and light yet solid feel, with many appreciating its legibility due to the matte dial, clear crystal, and strong lume, though one owner flags the lume as a weak point. The case finishing is considered excellent, and the blue dial and satin finish are favorably compared to alternatives. Some owners report issues with a loose bezel, with others finding it improved after tuning, and one owner notes the seconds hand is too short. The bracelet clasp lacks sufficient micro-adjustment and screw pins are difficult to remove. On balance, owners rate the Sugess Seestern Heritage S436-2 BB GMT highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive finishing at the price.

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