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Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanicalvsSeiko Astron GPS Solar 2026 Limited Edition

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A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750
Astron GPS Solar 2026 Limited Edition
SeikoAstron GPS Solar 2026 Limited Edition
MSRP $2,400

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
Astron GPS Solar 2026 Limited Edition41.2mm
Power Reserve
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
Astron GPS Solar 2026 Limited Edition40h
Water Resistance
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Astron GPS Solar 2026 Limited Edition100m
MSRP
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750
Astron GPS Solar 2026 Limited Edition$2,400

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Casual
GMT
Diameter
40mm
41.2mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.6mm
Lug Width
14mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Super-clear coating
Dial Color
40mm
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
3X62
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Jewels
25
10

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$750
$2,400

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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.

Seiko Astron GPS Solar 2026 Limited Edition

The Seiko Astron GPS Solar 2026 Limited Edition is noted for its advanced GPS timekeeping that automatically updates time and date via satellite signals, powered by light to eliminate battery changes. Owners appreciate its design and texture, and the legible dial despite its complexity, with one owner preferring its less overloaded appearance over other Astron models. However, the GPS function requires a clear outdoor line-of-sight to the sky for reception, which can be an issue indoors or in dense urban environments, and DST is not implemented. The watch is priced over $2,000, and while it features a perpetual calendar, it only displays the date. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Seiko Astron GPS Solar 2026 Limited Edition a functional and appealing watch, particularly for its automatic timekeeping and solar power, though its GPS reception limitations and price point are noted considerations.

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