Monta has one brick and mortar retail AD close to their headquarters in St Louis-Clarkson Jewelers. Just in case you are in the area, and want to see some in the metal before buying. I purchased my opeline Skyquest from them. They also carry Rolex, Tudor, Breitling, Tissot, TAG, Oris, and Grand Seiko (I might be missing one), so there is plenty to look at while you are there.
@canadianwatchmonkey3992 Жыл бұрын
You mention scratch resistant coating and how you wish it had it, I’m in the other camp that would much rather not have any coating. The reason for this is that without a coating scratches can be easily polished out to bring a watch to as new with coating you can’t do anything. 😊
@RelativeTime Жыл бұрын
I guess that puts into the same argument as Sapphire Vs Acrylic. Basically, would you rather make it harder to prevent scratches, or do you make it easier to repair when it happens?
@A_Dude_And_His_Watch78 Жыл бұрын
I have the anthracite dial Noble. Great watch. Beautiful brushing, strong lume, and you can't beat the quick adjust on the clasp.
@mh-do3pe2 ай бұрын
How does crown? Heard it's wobbly
@A_Dude_And_His_Watch782 ай бұрын
@@mh-do3pe not at all. That would be vostok.
@RobinsWatchJourney Жыл бұрын
Nice review of a watch well-worth its price and the accolades it gets.
@ericsherer3505 Жыл бұрын
I like them both, but am in the " wish it was 40-41mm" group due to wrist size. That Rally Strap you have is awesome though!
@simonwright6882 Жыл бұрын
I think the noble is a real cracker and good value. The finishing is excellent. The skyquest looks great too. I think this gives my oyster perpetual a run for it's money and the female end links make it wear better than the op.
@mathewazzopard8100 Жыл бұрын
Nice watch, elegant and sporty. Dress watch but suitable for jeans and anything casual. Desk diving, pool, snorkeling. Great finishing btw. Can't compare it to the Aqua, mainly because of the price point but it is equally elegant so yes for an under 2k watch, it does offer a lot and would love to see one in the steel. Thanks for the excellent review.
@AlexanderB. Жыл бұрын
I'm not talking about brand prestige, movement and possible differences in quality. But for me the Omega Aqua Terra is the epitome of effortless sporty elegance. This Monta is nice but it isn't quite there. Especially the handset is a bit bland in my eyes.
@karlsenula9495 Жыл бұрын
That and the hands look a bit short to me.
@chrisdavis8399 Жыл бұрын
This watch is nice, but in no way would it scratch an itch for an Aqua Terra…
@bt3750 Жыл бұрын
I almost pulled the trigger on one of these, even tried their home test with a non-functional copy. The thing that stopped me was the thin hands and small indexes. My own perference I guess, but if the indexes were a little larger and they used their hands from the Atlas, I'd own one. The finishing really was outstanding.
@kevinmarble5260 Жыл бұрын
Monta has the same problem the publick has; having to purchase something over the Internet. Your feature here is an excellent, way to get introduced to a product outside of actually holding ONE. Seems as though it won't bee long, perhaps after the war, where 3D glasses will bring the experience even closer, making your job more interesting and expensive to produce as new equipment will bee necessary. I'm ONE that prefers actually putting on a pair of shoes, pants, or shirt sometimes, and definitely a suit bee for purchasing. Suits need alterations and an AD CAN furnish many ancillary needs including fitting. In lieu of service from an AD brick and mortar, any RE FUND policy is going to help. EYE was a CSR for a company that RE PRESENT TED Levis and it was possible then to even get a pre addressed shipping label and bag for the purpose of RE TURNS witch were highly monitored and honored for even the slightest of whims. Thank you for the heads up on this watch, it is a nice entry.
@AlexanderB. Жыл бұрын
Excellent point! Living in Europe, Monta's return policy kept me from buying one. Not only do they charge quite a lot for international shipping, in case I didn't like the watch, I'd have to: 1. bear the return shipping costs, 2. accept to get a restocking fee deducted and 3. deal with the customs authorities to get a refund on the VAT, this should be a pain if it's even possible.
@stevebrannan4966 Жыл бұрын
Great review as always. Price is a little above my comfort zone. I did check them out after your first review. Everyone needs a Grail watch thought right. My preference would also be the Triumph. 👍
@adk7962 Жыл бұрын
I guess they are more of a Micro Luxury Brand or a Luxury Micro Brand. It’s way above what I can comfortably pay for a watch, but if the fit and finish is almost at Aqua Terra levels, then it’s definitely a great “value.”Thanks for the great review.
@gorenyc Жыл бұрын
Best in the biz, Shane. Great review!
@chriscon8463 Жыл бұрын
That Noble is a gorgeous watch! I like your Triumph more, though. I think it goes anywhere & does everything a bit better; definitely a little less dressy than the Noble.
@adrianshephard224 Жыл бұрын
Looks stunning however that self-winding label instead of automatic is poking my eyes! Great review as always friend!
@karlsenula9495 Жыл бұрын
There are a few brands that have this 'style' GADA watch including Longines, Bulova, Hamilton, Orient, Tissot - some tough competition here. I appreciate the quality but it is a watch you have to think about shop around and consider what the alternatives are.
@deanP. Жыл бұрын
Nice watch. Thanks for the review.
@007josiah Жыл бұрын
I've watched dozens of your videos and have bookmarked many watches you review but the only thing I have yet to buy is the mini Darth Vader lightsaber. Thanks bud I love mine so much.
@RelativeTime Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Yeah it's cool. I actually got it as a wedding present from a co-worker a long time ago. Glad you like it too.
@watchalot919 Жыл бұрын
Very nice, but I think there is better value out there. A Christopher Ward C63 would be a good example. If you are prepared to forgo the "Swiss Made" label, my Second Hour Mandala would run it close. Come to think of it, my Maen Greenwich GMT IS Swiss made, very well put together, and half the price. Of course, the SW300 doesn't come cheap, and I appreciate that. Great review as usual
@piotrszmidel Жыл бұрын
Your Maen have shitty "faux Swiss" movement from a company that no longer exist
@chrisdavis8399 Жыл бұрын
💯!! I was thinking exactly the same thing about CW. I just got their C63 Sealander GMT and the finishing is incredible!
@maitrehg3 ай бұрын
I really like CW but Monta is in another league. Very close to Tudor in quality but better for comfort.
@midnightoracle982 Жыл бұрын
I prefer the dressier look of the noble. Looks more premium. But I’d prefer it in 40mm.
@canadianwatchmonkey3992 Жыл бұрын
Monta makes great watches that are fantastic looking and worth the extra money. I would put Monta on par with the likes of Christopher Ward.
@MrZanzibar123 Жыл бұрын
Very handsome! Love mine.
@larrydalton2205 Жыл бұрын
Wow! Monta really produces classy watches. Love the dial on this one. White date wheel looks right on the Noble and Triumph. I would be happy to own either but probably lean a little more towards the Noble. If only there was a decent price used one like your Triumph. Thanks a lot for showing us new watches...I think. How would you compare the finishing with your CW C63 GMT?
@BoozewithNick Жыл бұрын
Monta makes such nice watches, I would take one over an Omega or Rolex any day, but I do wish they’d make a 40-41mm version. For a lot of us, 38 or 39 just wears a bit small.
@jaer.6540 Жыл бұрын
The noble wears a bit larger tho. The fat lugs and the indices pushed all the way back to the chapter ring make it appear bigger than it is
@RelativeTime Жыл бұрын
I agree with that. I don't know if it wears quite like a 40mm, but it gets close.
@turnbasedtoddy7664 Жыл бұрын
It really is beautiful but I would say it looks 80% like a Tissot Gentleman. I think I like the triumph more. It just looks at lot more original.
@RelativeTime Жыл бұрын
That's probably why I like the Triumph more too.
@DumasMoran Жыл бұрын
That looks great. I dig the navy-ish blue dial. Is there a logistical reason the end links don't sit flush with the ends of the lugs?
@hrs.ai2018 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful
@greenjihad3390 Жыл бұрын
Lovely watch but it is expensive ($1795). I would suggest as an alternative is Tissot's Gentleman.
@ronb4115Ай бұрын
I’ve worn both and you would never say this if you’ve put on the Noble. The bracelet alone is worth the upgrade and the blue dial on the Noble is stunning. And this coming from a huge fan of the Gentleman as well.
@shawnholloway2410 Жыл бұрын
Great video! I think I like the Triumph better. My only issue is the 38.5mm diameter.
@jaer.6540 Жыл бұрын
Why is that an issue?
@EndtheWokeMadness Жыл бұрын
It's a beautiful watch. However, I think for the money, I'd stay with my Tissot Gentlemen for a lower price and all similar looks.
@Intelligence36 ай бұрын
The white date wheel kills it for me. The framing and size and shape are nice. But it ends up feeling like a missed detail or a cost cutting measure. I don’t mind it on many watches, but this one feels distracting.
@patrickhartmann1540 Жыл бұрын
Prefer the elegance of the Noble. Love the dimensions. Makes me wonder why the higher tier big brands don’t make similarly thin GADAs.
@monologic4806 Жыл бұрын
Very nice 👍
@thegorn Жыл бұрын
The rehaut looks purple in some shots
@RelativeTime Жыл бұрын
Could the AR on the crystal.
@MrPINKFL0YD Жыл бұрын
I've been looking at this it's a gorgeous looking watch. They make good quality watches.I think that date wheel is better white, than colour matched. The only thing I'm not sure about is the hour hand. I'd like it a bit more individualised. A sword or arrow?
@RelativeTime Жыл бұрын
They are expensive for a micro, but worth a look.
@MrPINKFL0YD Жыл бұрын
@@RelativeTimeyes. Longines comes to mind..especially the Spirit
@RelativeTime Жыл бұрын
@@MrPINKFL0YD The spirit is one I really want to check out. The blue dial version looks fantastic.
@BryanO92 Жыл бұрын
Out her tryin to sell me one of these things...it's working.
@caporal505 Жыл бұрын
Another one
@RelativeTime Жыл бұрын
Another what?
@LooptroopRocker4 ай бұрын
Beautiful watch but I can’t get over that purple hue rehaut. Should be black or dark blue. So close to being perfect…
@stavros_katsopr Жыл бұрын
I'd take Noble over Triumph, easily (mind if i say pun intended here? Not as aristocrat, rather noble gesture). But that's just me. As for the price, still waiting someone to say something bad, not praise this brand anyways, in general, so the only bet is fit, not the way you mean it, fit as fit on me. That said, time only will tell when we'll meet... hear me Monta?? Thanks for the (back to back...) review Shane. Be well mate. PS Strap monster indeed. Got to ask though, how helpful is that double spring bar removal tool (at 3:33)? Is it a cheap one from Ali, or... I've been using (curved edge) tweezers, not the best... but works. PS2 To (even) see one here, in Greece, is hard. To try it too... almost impossible! LOL
@grahambeer8179 Жыл бұрын
When I compare Monta watches to the Pitzmann II, I do not undertsand how Monta can charge $1800 for a watch that Pitzmann offers for $1000. Both offer a dress watch that can be used for diving. Same movement, same water-proofness, similar dimensions and level of finish (if anything, I would say the Pitzmann is slightly superior).
@RelativeTime Жыл бұрын
I haven't seen the Pitzmann in person, but I remeber Peter's video on it. I'd guess the Swiss Made factor and the bracelet are the two biggest factors for the price between the two. I'm not sure you could say the bracelt is better here, but I think it's more expensive to make. Same with Swiss Made.
@KC-bv9kf11 ай бұрын
Just need to shorten that weirdly long clasp.
@MrRarbelaez Жыл бұрын
On the surface both watches may be comparable… but the magnetic resistance, and the precision from a METAS certified movement really doesn’t allow a fair comparison and puts Omega way above the Monta.
@chrishennemeyer7276 Жыл бұрын
I've looked at Monta watches a hundred times and always concluded that, while they seem high quality, they look super boring. But to be fair, that's true of my Aqua Terra too.
@RelativeTime Жыл бұрын
What's a design that you find more interesting? One that really captivates you?
@chrishennemeyer7276 Жыл бұрын
@@RelativeTime I'm a huge fan of the Serica 5303, and ZRC watches appeal to me for their strangeness, as do Isotopes. I like the clever use of colors by Farer and anOrdain. And for sheer prettiness, it's hard to beat my Globemaster. But more and more I find myself drawn to old divers -- Omegas and Bulovas and the like -- from the less derivative eras of the '60s and '70s.
@billyrock2550 Жыл бұрын
Same watch different dial.
@RelativeTime Жыл бұрын
Same as? edit: Sorry.. not enough caffine this morning. You mean the Triumph.
@RyanBofMKE Жыл бұрын
....$1.8K for this microbrand.... 0_0 Maybe they'll include some of the crack they've been smokin' with your purchase..
@gafakyusef6201Ай бұрын
Pfft.
@finesse49 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful but too big and too expensive for me.
@RelativeTime Жыл бұрын
What is your ideal size?
@jaysterling26 Жыл бұрын
Agree , especially about the size.Make it in 36 & ( lower the price(?)- I can't see that , really) Monta could steal some potential CW customers ( i.e. me). Is there at least an ISO diver antimagnetism?
@RelativeTime Жыл бұрын
@@jaysterling26 I don't think there's anything beyond the normal capabilities of the movement. Although it would be interesting to see them do their version of a Milgauss.
@WatchMatt Жыл бұрын
Nic watch, but I don't think the price is justified. The fake in-house movement shenanigans is very much a red flag. Compare this to a Christopher Ward, bigger name, more coherent design, similar level of fit and finish, transparency about the movements used. Overall, a much better buy in my opinion.
@maitrehg3 ай бұрын
Absolutely not. Monta is in another league. Very close to Tudor in quality but better in comfort.
@buckethead84 Жыл бұрын
So you no experience with high end luxury watches such as omega but proceed with the click bait title 😅
@RelativeTime Жыл бұрын
Lol... Yeah, guilty as charged... But that's just what you have to do with the algorithm these days. You got to get people's attention and you got to get them to click on a video. Otherwise it basically dies on the vine, and they won't even tell your subscribers a new video is out.