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Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanicalvsNodus Unity

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A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750
Unity
NodusUnity
MSRP $725

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
Unity36.5mm
Power Reserve
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
Unity41h
Water Resistance
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Unity150m
MSRP
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750
Unity$725

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Casual
Dress
Diameter
40mm
36.5mm
Thickness
11.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
150m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Box
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
40mm
Lume
None
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota Cal.9015 Premium Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$750
$725

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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.

Nodus Unity

The Nodus Unity is praised for its novel design, featuring a fixed ceramic bezel and a textured sunray dial, and its slim 36.5mm case. It is powered by a Miyota 9015 movement, regulated to ±8 seconds per day, with a 41-hour power reserve and 150m water resistance. Reviewers note the well-executed bracelet with a five-position extension clasp, though its aesthetic is compromised when fully extended. Some find the dial colors may not appeal to everyone. Overall, reviewers highlight the Nodus Unity's refined yet playful sports watch aesthetic and slim wearability at its price point.

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