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Massena LAB Archetype 1.0vsMr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

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Archetype 1.0
Massena LABArchetype 1.0
MSRP $4,250
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Archetype 1.042mm
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
Power Reserve
Archetype 1.058h
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
Water Resistance
Archetype 1.0100m
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP
Archetype 1.0$4,250
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Casual
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Double-Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Champagne
40mm

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW510 BH M Elaboré
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
58h
40h
Jewels
23
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,250
$750

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What people say

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Massena LAB Archetype 1.0

Owners find the Massena LAB Archetype 1.1's dial visually appealing with blue and gold accents, but also too cluttered with multiple dial rings. The Sellita SW510 BH M Elaboré movement is considered solid, though not top-tier. The $5,000 price point for a microbrand using a serial movement is questioned by some owners. On balance, owners are split on the Massena LAB Archetype 1.1, with some appreciating its aesthetic and movement while others find the dial too busy and the price point high for a microbrand.

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical is widely praised for its creative and original design, making it a fun conversation starter and a well-made watch for its price point. Owners appreciate the vibrant colors and quality packaging, with one reviewer noting the 40mm case dimensions and elegant lugs. The Swiss STP1-11 movement is reported to have acceptable accuracy. Some owners, however, find the Milanese bracelet too shiny, while the nylon strap may be small in diameter for some wearers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical highly for its unique design and good value.

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