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Mr Jones Watches KingvsVario Futurist

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King
Mr Jones WatchesKing
MSRP $295
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
King
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
King40h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
King
Futurist100m
MSRP
King$295
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Casual
Dress
Diameter
39mm
Thickness
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
Standard
Purple

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$295
$648

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Mr Jones Watches King

The Mr Jones Watches King is widely praised for its imaginative and unconventional design, with owners appreciating its unique playing card dial that tells time unconventionally. Some owners find the time-telling easy to adjust to, while others note difficulty, particularly in poor light. One owner swapped the mesh bracelet for a red leather strap to enhance its flair. The Mr Jones Watches King is considered an inexpensive timepiece for those who appreciate unconventional aesthetics. On balance, owners rate the Mr Jones Watches King highly for its fun, creative, and unconventional design at an accessible price point.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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