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AVI-8 Dambuster Operation Catechism 80th Dual Time Chronograph Limited EditionvsMr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

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Dambuster Operation Catechism 80th Dual Time Chronograph Limited Edition
AVI-8Dambuster Operation Catechism 80th Dual Time Chronograph Limited Edition
MSRP $285
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Dambuster Operation Catechism 80th Dual Time Chronograph Limited Edition43mm
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
Power Reserve
Dambuster Operation Catechism 80th Dual Time Chronograph Limited Edition40h
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
Water Resistance
Dambuster Operation Catechism 80th Dual Time Chronograph Limited Edition50m
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP
Dambuster Operation Catechism 80th Dual Time Chronograph Limited Edition$285
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Casual
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
40mm

Movement

1 specs
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$285
$750

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AVI-8 Dambuster Operation Catechism 80th Dual Time Chronograph Limited Edition

The AVI-8 Dambuster Operation Catechism 80th Dual Time Chronograph Limited Edition features a dial that is considered neither boring nor overly loud, with case finishing described as acceptable for its price point. Its 43mm meca-quartz design is inspired by Avro Lancaster bomber cockpits and includes a 24-hour subdial with red accents, priced at US$255. The meca-quartz movement provides quartz accuracy and a sweep-second hand, though it is noted as less smooth than an automatic. However, its 51mm lug-to-lug measurement causes it to wear large on wrists up to 17.5cm. Overall, owners find the AVI-8 Dambuster Operation Catechism 80th Dual Time Chronograph Limited Edition to be a well-designed watch for its price, with its primary drawback being its substantial lug-to-lug measurement.

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical is widely praised for its creative and original design, making it a fun conversation starter and a well-made watch for its price point. Owners appreciate the vibrant colors and quality packaging, with one reviewer noting the 40mm case dimensions and elegant lugs. The Swiss STP1-11 movement is reported to have acceptable accuracy. Some owners, however, find the Milanese bracelet too shiny, while the nylon strap may be small in diameter for some wearers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical highly for its unique design and good value.

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