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Remixed A perfectly useless afternoon
Mr Jones WatchesRemixed A perfectly useless afternoon
MSRP $145
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Remixed A perfectly useless afternoon
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Remixed A perfectly useless afternoon40h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Remixed A perfectly useless afternoon
Futurist100m
MSRP
Remixed A perfectly useless afternoon$145
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Casual
Dress
Diameter
39mm
Thickness
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
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
$145
$648

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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.

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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