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Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanicalvsTissot Classic Dream

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A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750
Classic Dream
TissotClassic Dream
MSRP $350

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
Classic Dream42mm
Power Reserve
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
Classic Dream40h
Water Resistance
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Classic Dream50m
MSRP
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750
Classic Dream$350

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Casual
Dress
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
8.05mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
Lug Width
22mm
Water Resistance
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
40mm
White
Indices
Applied
Roman

Movement

1 specs
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$750
$350

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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.

Tissot Classic Dream

The Tissot Classic Dream is widely praised for its exceptional value, with owners and reviewers citing its Swiss movement, sapphire crystal, and traditional design as key strengths. Its thin 8.1mm profile and 42mm case are noted for excellent wearability, and the white dial with Roman numerals is described as dazzling. Some owners express a desire for an automatic movement and higher water resistance, while others prefer a smaller 38mm case size. The silver dial's indexes are flagged as less visible due to the absence of luminescent treatment. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Tissot Classic Dream a standout value proposition for its dressy aesthetic and Swiss-made components.

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