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Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanicalvsPhoibos Leviathan

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A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750
Leviathan
PhoibosLeviathan
MSRP $399

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
Leviathan40mm
Power Reserve
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
Leviathan40h
Water Resistance
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Leviathan200m
MSRP
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750
Leviathan$399

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Casual
Diver
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
40mm
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$750
$399

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What people say

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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.

Phoibos Leviathan

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Leviathan for its excellent value, superb case finishing, and generous lume. The watch is described as visually striking, legible, and well-made, with a unique case design, sapphire crystal, and a comfortable FKM strap or excellent bracelet with a milled clasp and quick adjustments. Some owners note the bezel's staggered jimping can cause fingers to slip, and the beveled crystal can distort the view of indices. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting losing 5-10 seconds per day without a winder, while others state it keeps accurate time out of the box. The watch is frequently described as heavy and thick, with some owners finding it too large for wrists smaller than 7.5 inches, although newer models feature an improved clasp for better comfort and functionality. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Leviathan highly for its striking design and impressive finishing at an accessible price point.

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