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Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanicalvsSpinnaker Fleuss

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A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750
Fleuss
SpinnakerFleuss
MSRP $179

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
Fleuss43mm
Power Reserve
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
Fleuss40h
Water Resistance
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Fleuss150m
MSRP
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750
Fleuss$179

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Casual
Diver
Diameter
40mm
43mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
40mm
Lumber Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$750
$179

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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.

Spinnaker Fleuss

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss for its retro design, textured dial, and good value, with many noting it looks better in person than in photos. The watch is appreciated for its robust construction and finishing, especially when found at a discount. Some owners report good timekeeping and a decent power reserve. However, the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT is criticized by some for its large case size, which can affect proportions and numeral legibility. One owner experienced a broken crown after a fall, while another noted concerns about the acrylic bezel's durability. The lume is described as adequate but not exceptional. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss highly for its retro aesthetic and value proposition, particularly when purchased on sale.

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