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A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750
The Boys
BoldrThe Boys
MSRP $299

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
The Boys38mm
Power Reserve
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
The Boys40h
Water Resistance
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
The Boys200m
MSRP
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750
The Boys$299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Casual
Tool
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
40mm
The Boys' Brigade 90th Anniversary Edition
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$750
$299

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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.

Boldr The Boys

Boldr The Boys is praised for its lightweight, durable titanium case, ergonomic lugs, and excellent legibility with strong lume. Owners note the competitive price and good customer service, while reviewers highlight the reliable SII NH35A movement and 200m water resistance. Some owners report that titanium scratches easily and question the brand's history and recognition. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Boldr The Boys highly for its practical features and value at $299.

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