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Monta SkyquestvsZelos Spearfish 3

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Skyquest
MontaSkyquest
MSRP $2,435
Spearfish 3
ZelosSpearfish 3
MSRP $749

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Skyquest40.7mm
Spearfish 340mm
Power Reserve
Skyquest40h
Spearfish 340h
Water Resistance
Skyquest305m
Spearfish 3200m
MSRP
Skyquest$2,435
Spearfish 3$749

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
40.7mm
40mm
Thickness
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
305m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Diver - Forged Carbon

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Monta M-23
La Joux-Perret G100

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,435
$749

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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 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.

Zelos Spearfish 3

The Zelos Spearfish 3 is widely praised for its exceptional finishing, with razor-sharp polish and flawless brushed transitions that owners feel exceed its price point. The 40mm case is noted for its wearability, and the La Joux-Perret G100 movement offers a 68-hour power reserve, with reported accuracy averaging +2.6 seconds per day. Reviewers highlight the exceptionally smooth bi-directional bezel and a tool-less micro-adjustment clasp described as best-in-class among microbrands. The sapphire sandwich construction and lumed bezel are also cited as desirable features. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Spearfish 3 highly for its outstanding finishing and value at its price point.

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