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Lum-Tec Solar MarinevsMr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

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Solar Marine
Lum-TecSolar Marine
MSRP $463
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Solar Marine39mm
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
Power Reserve
Solar Marine40h
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
Water Resistance
Solar Marine300m
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP
Solar Marine$463
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Casual
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
10.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Steel
40mm

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$463
$750

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What people say

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Lum-Tec Solar Marine

Lum-Tec Solar Marine owners praise its all-black diver design, excellent lume, and rugged, tank-like build. One owner finds it a perfect fit for a 7-inch wrist and the most frequently worn watch despite its smaller size. However, one owner cautions that the PVD coating will wear and chip within a year, impacting its appearance, and another finds the price high for a solar quartz watch with added lume. On balance, owners rate the Lum-Tec Solar Marine highly for its robust design and excellent lume, despite concerns about PVD durability and value proposition.

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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