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Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanicalvsMarloe Watch Company Sceptre S2

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A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750
Sceptre S2
Marloe Watch CompanySceptre S2
MSRP $507

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
Sceptre S242mm
Power Reserve
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
Sceptre S242h
Water Resistance
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Sceptre S2200m
MSRP
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750
Sceptre S2$507

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Casual
Diver
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
Water Resistance
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
40mm
Lume
None
Luminous

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
40h
42h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$750
$507

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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.

Marloe Watch Company Sceptre S2

Owners widely praise the Marloe Watch Company Sceptre S2's unique design, with particular admiration for its face, bezel, and distinctive orange chapter ring with "+" hour markers. The bracelet's finish and micro-adjustments are noted as well-executed, contributing to a solid feel and versatility for daily wear. However, some enthusiasts find the 42mm diameter wears large due to the expansive dial and thin bezel. Overall, owners rate the Marloe Watch Company Sceptre S2 highly for its striking aesthetics and solid build at its price point.

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