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Monta SkyquestvsTudor Pelagos Ultra

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Skyquest
MontaSkyquest
MSRP $2,435
Pelagos Ultra
TudorPelagos Ultra
MSRP $6,900

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Skyquest40.7mm
Pelagos Ultra40mm
Power Reserve
Skyquest40h
Pelagos Ultra65h
Water Resistance
Skyquest305m
Pelagos Ultra1,000m
MSRP
Skyquest$2,435
Pelagos Ultra$6,900

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
40.7mm
40mm
Thickness
14.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.4mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Brushed and polished
Satin
Water Resistance
305m
1000m
Caseback
Solid
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Indices
Applied

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Monta M-23
MT5612-U
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
65h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,435
$6,900

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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.

Tudor Pelagos Ultra

The Tudor Pelagos Ultra is praised for its 1000 meters of water resistance, METAS-certified Calibre MT5612-U movement, and fully lumed dial and bezel. Reviewers highlight its titanium case and self-adjusting clasp as key features. The Tudor Pelagos Ultra is slightly larger at 43mm than some other models in the line but wears comfortably. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tudor Pelagos Ultra highly for its technical specifications and comfortable wearability as a flagship dive watch.

From video reviewers

The Tudor Pelagos Ultra's all-titanium construction provides a lightweight and durable case. One weakness is the lack of lume brightness. Reviewers disagree on whether the helium release valve is a notable feature or a drawback for a more streamlined design.

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