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Mr Jones Watches K9vsSpinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton

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K9
Mr Jones WatchesK9
MSRP $225
Croft 42 Skeleton
SpinnakerCroft 42 Skeleton
MSRP $435

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
K9
Croft 42 Skeleton42mm
Power Reserve
K940h
Croft 42 Skeleton40h
Water Resistance
K9
Croft 42 Skeleton100m
MSRP
K9$225
Croft 42 Skeleton$435

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Casual
Sport
Diameter
42mm
Thickness
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Limited edition
Steel

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH38A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$225
$435

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What people say

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Mr Jones Watches K9

Owners widely report the Mr Jones Watches K9 is a fun, quirky, and unique artistic piece that serves as a conversation starter, with some noting reliable movements and solid customer support. However, some owners found the build quality lacking, reporting issues with misaligned hands and needing to return their watches multiple times, while others find them difficult to read and question the value at full price. On balance, owners view the Mr Jones Watches K9 as a well-made artistic statement, with its unique design being the primary draw despite potential readability and build quality concerns.

Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton

Owners widely report the Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton offers good build quality for its price, with some finding it a decent buy on sale. Reviewers note the 42mm case provides significant wrist presence. However, opinions are split on legibility and aesthetics, with some finding it poorly executed and uninteresting while others consider it one of the more legible skeleton watches. The watch is powered by a Seiko NH70 automatic movement with a 41-hour power reserve, though one reviewer considered the movement uninteresting. The bracelet and clasp are considered mediocre for the price point. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton to be a polarizing but potentially good value skeletonized dive watch when purchased on sale, with its build quality being a key positive for many.

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