Mark Time Watches M 1.2vsMark Time Watches M 3
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Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.
M 1.2
M 3
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
46mm
lowest
Thickness
12.5mm
11.5mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
100m
MSRP
$345
n/a
Movement
Miyota 9039
Miyota 9039
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Mark Time Watches M 1.2 is praised by owners for its sleek black dial and fun, cheerful pink dial aesthetic, with the Miyota 9039 automatic movement noted as a convenient feature. The watch measures 42mm with a 12.5mm height and a 49.5mm lug-to-lug distance. It was available for $199 on Kickstarter. Overall, owners rate the Mark Time Watches M 1.2 highly for its fun aesthetic and value at the price point.
Owners widely praise the Mark Time Watches M 3 for its Bauhaus-inspired design, hacking and hand-winding capabilities, applied indices, and sub-40mm size, with the time zone chart on the caseback also noted positively. Some commenters find the bezel, dial, and hands to be a matter of personal taste, and one owner describes the 39mm case as a bit "chonk" for their preference. Overall, owners rate the Mark Time Watches M 3 highly for its design and wearability at the price.
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