Casio EQS-960PBvsJorg Gray Watches JG8500
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Measurements
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EQS-960PB
JG8500
Diameter
44.5mm
45mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.1mm
n/a
Thickness
13.3mm
lowest
13.5mm
Water Resistance
100m
100m
MSRP
$240
n/a
Movement
Quartz
Quartz
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Casio EQS-960PB is noted for its design, featuring a steep case taper, sharp bezel corners, and links that some find reminiscent of the PRX, while maintaining a distinctly Casio dial. One owner dislikes the suspension case design, preferring the standard lugs of other models. Overall, owners find the Casio EQS-960PB's design to be a point of discussion, with some appreciating its unique aesthetic and others preferring alternative lug designs.
The Jorg Gray Watches JG8500 is recognized as an affordable timepiece that saw increased attention after being presented to President Obama. One owner notes that a variant, the JG6500-44, is considered a better value due to its Swiss quartz movement and sapphire crystal, upgrades over other models' Miyota movements and mineral crystals. Overall, owners view the Jorg Gray Watches JG8500 as a popular, inexpensive watch with some variants offering enhanced specifications.
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