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Dryden Heartlander AutomaticvsMr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

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Heartlander Automatic
DrydenHeartlander Automatic
MSRP $600
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Heartlander Automatic38mm
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
Power Reserve
Heartlander Automatic40h
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
Water Resistance
Heartlander Automatic101m
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP
Heartlander Automatic$600
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Casual
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
11.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
101m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Goldfinch
40mm

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$600
$750

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What people say

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Dryden Heartlander Automatic

The Dryden Heartlander Automatic is widely praised for its versatility, comfortable 38mm case that wears smaller than its dimensions suggest, and excellent dial variety. Reviewers highlight its value at $500, noting good finishing, a domed sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance. The tapering bracelet with solid links is also considered comfortable. One owner notes the crown may protrude slightly and irritate some wearers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Heartlander Automatic highly for its combination of wearability, features, and value.

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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