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Orient Esteem IIvsMr Jones Watches The Golden Hour

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Esteem II
OrientEsteem II
MSRP $285
The Golden Hour
Mr Jones WatchesThe Golden Hour
MSRP $795

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Esteem II41mm
The Golden Hour
Power Reserve
Esteem II40h
The Golden Hour40h
Water Resistance
Esteem II50m
The Golden Hour
MSRP
Esteem II$285
The Golden Hour$795

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Casual
Diameter
41mm
Thickness
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
Water Resistance
50m
Caseback
Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
White
Standard

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
FT622
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Jewels
22
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$285
$795

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What people say

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Orient Esteem II

Owners widely praise the Orient Esteem II for its surprising quality relative to its price point, with many finding it a beautiful and nice-looking watch. One owner specifically highlights its lightweight feel, good performance, and decent price, though notes the dial is silver, not white as anticipated. Overall, owners rate the Orient Esteem II highly for its impressive value and attractive aesthetics.

Mr Jones Watches The Golden Hour

Mr Jones Watches The Golden Hour is widely praised for its mesmerizing, garden-inspired dial and quality construction, with reviewers noting its artistic and visually rich design. Owners report the watch does not feel cheap despite its price point, and its originality is a key selling point. However, legibility can be challenging due to the unique time display, with indicators sometimes obscured by the bee's wings. Some owners find the small crown difficult to grip, and one noted the 45mm case wore too large for their wrist. The strap is also cited as an area that could be improved. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Mr Jones Watches The Golden Hour highly for its unique artistic design and quality dial production at its price.

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