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Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanicalvsCincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical

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A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750
Union Terminal Mechanical
Cincinnati Watch CompanyUnion Terminal Mechanical
MSRP $650

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
Union Terminal Mechanical38mm
Power Reserve
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
Union Terminal Mechanical
Water Resistance
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Union Terminal Mechanical30m
MSRP
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750
Union Terminal Mechanical$650

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Casual
Dress
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
0mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
40mm
Multiple
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
BGW9

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
25
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$750
$650

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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.

Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical

Owners praise the Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical for its striking design and historical significance, particularly for Cincinnati natives. One owner highlights its suitability as a dress watch, finding it wears well on a leather strap. The watch is noted for its colors and design inspired by the Union Terminal clock, with a portion of sales supporting the landmark. At just over $350, it is considered a good value despite not featuring a high-end movement, strap, or crystal. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical highly for its unique design and local historical connection at an accessible price point.

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