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Citizen Zenshin MechanicalvsMr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

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Zenshin Mechanical
CitizenZenshin Mechanical
MSRP $488
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Zenshin Mechanical40.5mm
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
Power Reserve
Zenshin Mechanical40h
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
Water Resistance
Zenshin Mechanical100m
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP
Zenshin Mechanical$488
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Casual
Diameter
40.5mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
Super Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
40mm

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
8213

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$488
$750

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What people say

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Citizen Zenshin Mechanical

The Citizen Zenshin Mechanical is widely praised for its exceptional value, lightweight and scratch-resistant Super Titanium case, and superb, textured dials. Owners and reviewers highlight the refined finishing and comfortable wearability due to the titanium construction and integrated bracelet design. The 60-hour power reserve automatic movement is noted as a strong point, with some finding the accuracy to be precise while others desire tighter tolerances. The integrated bracelet limits strap changes, and opinions on the bracelet and clasp quality are mixed, with some finding them cheap-feeling and others appreciating the design. The Citizen Zenshin Mechanical is priced around EUR 499, though one owner reported a purchase price of €360. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Zenshin Mechanical highly for its impressive cost-benefit ratio and attractive, comfortable design.

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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