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Dryden Heartlander SolarvsMr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon

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Heartlander Solar
DrydenHeartlander Solar
MSRP $279
A perfectly useless afternoon
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon
MSRP $195

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Heartlander Solar38mm
A perfectly useless afternoon40mm
Power Reserve
Heartlander Solar40h
A perfectly useless afternoon40h
Water Resistance
Heartlander Solar101m
A perfectly useless afternoon
MSRP
Heartlander Solar$279
A perfectly useless afternoon$195

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Casual
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
101m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Standard

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$279
$195

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What people say

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Dryden Heartlander Solar

The Dryden Heartlander Solar is widely praised for its wearability, with its 38mm case and thin profile making it a versatile, go-anywhere watch. Owners and reviewers highlight its exceptional lume, comfortable president-style bracelet, and compelling $500 price point. The solar power feature is appreciated for its convenience, eliminating the need for winding. Some owners note the 38mm case can feel small on wrists just under seven inches, and one reviewer flags that the prominent crown may irritate some wearers. The use of a Miyota movement is seen as a positive for durability and affordability. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Heartlander Solar highly for its excellent wearability and value at the $500 price point.

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon is widely praised for its creative, fun, and original design, with reviewers and owners alike highlighting its vibrant colors and ability to serve as a conversation starter. The watch is considered well-made for its price, featuring a unique aesthetic where a figure's leg indicates the hour and a rubber duck shows the minutes. Some owners report the blue nylon strap can be small in diameter. One reviewer noted the Milanese bracelet was too shiny and opted to brush it and the lugs for a more subdued look. The mechanical variant uses an STP1-11 automatic movement with a 44-hour power reserve and acceptable accuracy, while the quartz variant features a unique dial design with hour markers integrated into the watery visual. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon highly for its imaginative design and good value.

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