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Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanicalvsSchofield B3

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A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750
B3
SchofieldB3

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
B344mm
Power Reserve
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
B342h
Water Resistance
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
B3200m
MSRP
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750
B3

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Casual
Sport
Diameter
40mm
44mm
Thickness
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
40mm
Blue
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$750

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What people say

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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.

Schofield B3

The Schofield B3 is widely praised for its exceptional packaging and the unique character of its pre-patinated bronze case, which reviewers found imbues the watch with warmth. Owners highlight its comfortable wearability, attributing it to a flat case back that mitigates its 44mm size, and the striking petrol blue and gold dial. One owner notes the winding action of the steel crown as a minor point of contention. The value proposition is debated within the community, with some questioning the inclusion of a Seiko NH34 movement at its price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Schofield B3 highly for its distinctive case patina and thoughtful design details.

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