Slow Watches Jo seriesvsVon Doren Runde

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Slow Watches Jo series at true scale

Jo series

Von Doren Runde at true scale

Runde

Diameter

38mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46mm

Thickness

8.2mm

lowest

10.7mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

MSRP

$235

lowest

$375

Movement

Ronda 505.24

Ronda 1069

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
8.2mm
10.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Cream
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 505.24
Ronda 1069

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$235
$375
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Slow Watches Jo series

Owners widely praise the Slow Watches Jo series for its unique, elegant design and conversation-starting appeal, frequently highlighting the simple and organizing 24-hour dial and single hand. Many appreciate its vintage feel and the compliments it garners. Some owners find the small indices and digits require reading glasses, and precise time-telling can be challenging, offering only approximate time to the nearest 10 minutes without looking directly at the dial. The provided leather strap is described as sticky and stretchy by one owner, who prefers an alternative bracelet. One owner notes significant scratches and pits in the glass. On balance, owners rate the Slow Watches Jo series highly for its unique concept and design that encourages a slower pace of life.

Von Doren Runde

The Von Doren Runde's 39mm case is considered large for a dress watch, but it wears well on larger wrists and is a great-looking piece. Owners find the design and story behind the Il Tempo Gigante model appealing, though one owner calls the price "bonkers." Overall, owners rate the Von Doren Runde highly for its wearability and attractive design.