Monta Skyquest, Gilt Dial, Bi-Color Aluminum Bezel
$2,4352,688
40.7 mm300 m WRSapphire
The Sensei's take
The Monta Skyquest with its striking gilt dial and bi-color aluminum bezel is a standout for those seeking a sporty yet refined diver's watch. With a robust 300m water resistance and an elegant design, it strikes a solid balance between form and function, making it an appealing choice for both adventure seekers and style-conscious wearers. At $2,435, it’s a solid investment for enthusiasts who appreciate quality craftsmanship, but keep in mind, there are other options at this price point that may offer more heritage or brand prestige.
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Dial Color: Black Movement: Caliber M-23 Water Resistance: 300 M - 1000 FT Case Size: 40.7 mm Includes: Quick-adjust clasp
7.5
StrongSensei Score — Strong
A confident recommendation with few compromises.
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
Pulled straight from the spec sheet, framed for the buyer. The editorial verdict is the Sensei's take above.
Strengths
- Serious water resistance (300m)
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- Priced above what the spec suggests
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 40.7 mm it has present, sporty proportions, a 47.4 mm lug-to-lug suits most wrists.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- 167KL24ALNR
- Released
- 2022
- Production
- Current production
- Case diameter
- 40.7 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 47.4 mm
- Thickness
- 11.8 mm
- Lug width
- 20 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- 316L stainless steel, aluminum
- Water resistance
- 300 m
- Crystal
- Sapphire · 7 layers of anti-reflective coating
- Bezel
- None
- Caseback
- Exhibition
- Dial colour
- Black
- Dial finish
- Matte
- Indices
- applied hour markers
- Lume
- Yes — Super-LumiNova BGW9
- Strap / bracelet
- bracelet
- Clasp
- quick-adjust
- Functions
- Hour, Minute, Date, 24-Hour
- Fit
- Unisex
The maker
Monta
Luxury-grade finishing without the luxury markup.
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