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Mr Jones Watches Remixed A perfectly useless afternoonvsGrand Seiko SBGM221

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Remixed A perfectly useless afternoon
Mr Jones WatchesRemixed A perfectly useless afternoon
MSRP $145
SBGM221
Grand SeikoSBGM221
MSRP $5,400

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Remixed A perfectly useless afternoon
SBGM22139.5mm
Power Reserve
Remixed A perfectly useless afternoon40h
SBGM22172h
Water Resistance
Remixed A perfectly useless afternoon
SBGM22130m
MSRP
Remixed A perfectly useless afternoon$145
SBGM221$5,400

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Casual
GMT
Diameter
39.5mm
Thickness
13.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.9mm
Lug Width
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Standard
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9S66
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$145
$5,400

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What people say

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Mr Jones Watches Remixed A perfectly useless afternoon

Owners widely praise Mr Jones Watches Remixed A perfectly useless afternoon for its whimsical, art-piece design, lightweight comfort, and 38mm size, with some finding its quality commensurate with its sub-$300 price. The unconventional time-telling is noted as unintuitive but surprisingly not difficult to read, making it a fun conversation starter. Some owners report issues with the hour hand alignment and find the straps undesirable or the plug near 9 o'clock feels cheap, and a few question the overall build quality and 50m water resistance. Overall, owners rate Mr Jones Watches Remixed A perfectly useless afternoon highly for its unique dial design and refreshing aesthetic at a reasonable price.

Grand Seiko SBGM221

Grand Seiko SBGM221 is widely praised for its exceptional dial finish, highly polished hands and indices, and elegant design. Owners consistently highlight the stunning craftsmanship, with specific mention of the up to 11 hand-polished facets on its rectangular markers. The reliable 9S66 movement is noted for its 72-hour power reserve and true GMT functionality, tested beyond Chronometer specifications. Some enthusiasts desire a bidirectional 24-hour bezel, which the Grand Seiko SBGM221 lacks, and its 13.7mm thickness and 19mm lug width are noted as potential limitations. On balance, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGM221 highly for its exquisite finishing and elegant, comfortable design.

From video reviewers

The SBGM221 is praised for its value within the Grand Seiko lineup. The lug width is cited as a weakness.

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