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Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanicalvsLongines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC

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A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750
ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC
LonginesULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC
MSRP $4,000

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC40mm
Power Reserve
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC72h
Water Resistance
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC30m
MSRP
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750
ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC$4,000

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Casual
Thickness
10.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.2mm
Lug Width
21mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
Caseback
Solid
Transparent case back with sapphire crystal

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Both sides
Dial Color
40mm
Silver
Indices
Applied
Applied indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
L836.6
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, seconds, moon phase display and date indicated by small hand at

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$750
$4,000

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC

The Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC is widely praised for its high-beat 5Hz movement, offering superior accuracy and a smooth seconds hand, with reviewers noting its TIMELAB certification for chronometer standards. Owners and reviewers alike commend its faithful retro design, capturing beloved 1960s details with modern relevance and a charming appearance. The bracelet is described as comfortable and refined, featuring a micro-adjustment clasp, and the sunray silver dial with sparkling indices is a notable strength. Some owners, however, find the 11mm thickness detracts from a vintage feel, and there is a desire for a no-date version. The 40mm case wears larger than expected, with many suggesting the 37mm version offers superior wearability and fit for most wrists, and its 50m water resistance is considered not exceptional. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC highly for its accurate high-frequency movement and successful retro design at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's high-beat movement, certified by TimeLab Geneva as an Ultra-Chronometer, is a notable feature. The relatively high price compared to its competitors is a drawback. Reviewers disagree on the optimal case size, with one reviewer mentioning 41mm and 43mm, and the other mentioning 37mm and 40mm.

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