Noble

Premium $1,300+

The Monta Noble is a slim Swiss automatic in 38.5mm 316L stainless steel, driven by the brand's M-22 caliber (a Sellita SW300 base with Monta's custom rotor and regulation) and dressed with a sunburst dégradé dial, mirror-polished bezel, and exhibition sapphire case back. Launched in 2020 as Monta's flagship dress-sport expression, it combines 150m water resistance with a level of surface finishing — polished chamfers against satin-brushed flanks — that is uncommon under $2,000.

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38.5mm

Case

150m

Water res.

9.7mm

Thick

47mm

Lug-to-lug

Overview

Brand	Monta
Collection	Noble
Category	Dress
Released	2020
Price guide	Premium · $1,300+

Full specification

Specs

Case & dial

Diameter	38.5 mm
Lug-to-lug	47 mm
Thickness	9.7 mm
Lug width	20 mm
Water resistance	150 m
Crystal	sapphire
Case material	stainless steel
Bezel	fixed, mirror-polished
Case back	exhibition

Movement & furniture

Type	Automatic
Caliber	Monta M-22 →
Functions	Date
Power reserve	56 h
Jewels	25
Lume	Super-LumiNova BGW9
Strap / bracelet	steel bracelet

On the wrist

The Noble is the kind of watch that earns its reputation gradually. Put it on and the bracelet immediately lives up to the reviews — supple, correctly sized with included half-links, it settles on the wrist rather than sits on it. At 9.7mm thick the case slips under a shirt cuff with no argument, and the mirror-polished bezel, wide and reflective, is assertive enough to hold its own at a dinner table without looking overdressed on a Saturday.

The blue sunburst dial is the star. In dim light it reads almost black; in direct daylight it blooms to a saturated deep navy at the centre before fading to darkness at the edges — a dégradé effect that changes character through the day. Diamond-cut indices and rhodium-plated hands show crisp bevels and no visible tool marks. The BGW9 lume charges fast and glows a clean blue-white. One honest quibble: the date disc at 6 o'clock, framed simply with a bare aperture, feels slightly prosaic against an otherwise polished dial. For most that will be invisible; for the detail-obsessed it will always be there.

Bottom line

A beautifully surfaced Swiss automatic that comfortably outclasses its price bracket in case polish, bracelet quality, and case-back elegance — best for buyers who prioritise fit-and-finish and a versatile 38.5mm footprint over brand prestige.

Highlights

38.5mm / 47mm L2L, 9.7mm thin
150m WR + flat beveled sapphire crystal
Exhibition sapphire case back
Mirror-polished bezel with brushed + chamfered case
Super-LumiNova BGW9 + adjustable steel bracelet with half-links

Who it's for

Buyers on roughly 16.5–18cm (6.5–7in) wrists who want a single Swiss automatic that transitions between desk, dinner, and light outdoor use without swapping. It occupies the same design space as the Omega Aqua Terra or Longines Record but offers notably better case finishing relative to retail price — a strong choice for the value-conscious collector stepping up from entry-level Japanese automatics.

Who should skip it

Skip it if you need more than 150m water resistance, prefer a case larger than 39mm, require GMT or chronograph complications, or want an independent in-house movement rather than a Sellita-based caliber.

Before you buy

All 38.5mm variants showed 'Sold out' as of June 2026 — confirm production status or consider the Noble 40 (40mm, 200m) instead
Official 56h power-reserve claim conflicts with standard Sellita SW300-1 base spec (42h) — discrepancy unexplained by Monta
Several dial variants are limited editions (Mint 150 pcs, Turquoise Blue 100 pcs) — confirm exact variant and availability before purchase
No manufacturer reference numbers are publicly listed by Monta — verify exact SKU with retailer

FAQ

Is the Noble automatic or quartz?

It runs a automatic movement.

What movement does the Noble use?

The Monta M-22 (Monta).

Does the Noble have a date?

Yes.

How water resistant is the Noble?

It is rated to 150 m.

How big does the Noble wear?

38.5 mm wide with a 47 mm lug-to-lug.

How does the original Noble differ from the newer Noble 40?

The Noble 40, released in 2025–26, grows the case to 40mm (vs. 38.5mm), adds 0.8mm in thickness (10.5mm), extends lug-to-lug slightly to 47.8mm, and boosts water resistance to 200m — all at the same $1,895 retail price with the same M-22 movement.

Does the M-22 carry any independent chronometer certification?

No. Monta regulates each watch to ±5–7 seconds per day across five positions before shipment but does not submit the M-22 for COSC or any other third-party certification.

Is the Noble's bracelet easy to size at home?

Yes — the bracelet ships with two half-links and a quick-adjust clasp with three micro-adjustment slots, covering most wrist sizes without tools. Full link removal still requires a push-pin.