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Dryden PathfindervsMr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon

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Pathfinder
DrydenPathfinder
MSRP $650
A perfectly useless afternoon
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon
MSRP $195

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pathfinder41mm
A perfectly useless afternoon40mm
Power Reserve
Pathfinder40h
A perfectly useless afternoon40h
Water Resistance
Pathfinder201m
A perfectly useless afternoon
MSRP
Pathfinder$650
A perfectly useless afternoon$195

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Casual
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
201m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Steel
Standard

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$195

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What people say

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Dryden Pathfinder

The Dryden Steel 12 Hour 41mm is widely praised for its excellent case finishing and comfortable wearability, with a sleek 11.75mm height. Owners note generous BGW9 lume and excellent end link fitment on the bracelet, though the crown is described as small and slippery, and the clasp disappointing. The dial's design is considered generic by some, and one owner desires a more unique aesthetic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Steel 12 Hour 41mm highly for its case finishing and comfortable wearability at its 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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