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Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoonvsTudor Black Bay

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A perfectly useless afternoon
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon
MSRP $195
Black Bay
TudorBlack Bay

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A perfectly useless afternoon40mm
Black Bay41mm
Power Reserve
A perfectly useless afternoon40h
Black Bay70h
Water Resistance
A perfectly useless afternoon
Black Bay200m
MSRP
A perfectly useless afternoon$195
Black Bay

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Casual
Diver
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
14.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Polished + Satin
Water Resistance
200m
Caseback
Solid
Engraved

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Standard
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
MT5602
Power Reserve
40h
70h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$195

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What people say

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Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon is widely praised for its creative, fun, and original design, with reviewers and owners alike highlighting its vibrant colors and ability to serve as a conversation starter. The watch is considered well-made for its price, featuring a unique aesthetic where a figure's leg indicates the hour and a rubber duck shows the minutes. Some owners report the blue nylon strap can be small in diameter. One reviewer noted the Milanese bracelet was too shiny and opted to brush it and the lugs for a more subdued look. The mechanical variant uses an STP1-11 automatic movement with a 44-hour power reserve and acceptable accuracy, while the quartz variant features a unique dial design with hour markers integrated into the watery visual. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon highly for its imaginative design and good value.

Tudor Black Bay

Owners widely praise the Tudor Black Bay for its comfortable wearability, robust build, and vintage-inspired aesthetics, with specific mentions of its satisfying winding feel and sturdy bezel action. Reviewers highlight the 39mm Black Bay 58's comfortable size and thinness, while others note the 41mm Master Chronometer's reliable timekeeping and magnetic resistance. Some owners find the GMT hand difficult to distinguish in low light. A recurring point of contention across multiple sources is the lack of on-the-fly micro-adjustment on the bracelet, though some find aftermarket solutions adequate. One owner reported the watch losing two minutes a day after six years, requiring a service. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tudor Black Bay highly for its blend of vintage charm, modern robustness, and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The COSC-certified accuracy of the movement is a notable strength. The 14.7mm to 14.8mm thickness is cited as a potential drawback. Reviewers are divided on whether the newer models represent a departure from the Black Bay's heritage design.

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