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Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanicalvsWolbrook Skindiver Automatic

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A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750
Skindiver Automatic
WolbrookSkindiver Automatic
MSRP $549

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
Skindiver Automatic38mm
Power Reserve
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
Skindiver Automatic40h
Water Resistance
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Skindiver Automatic200m
MSRP
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750
Skindiver Automatic$549

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Casual
Diver
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
40mm
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$750
$549

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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.

Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic 38mm for its vintage-inspired design, compact 38mm size, and tool-like aesthetic, offering good value for its price. The watch features ridiculously bright and long-lasting lume, a clean dial, and a Miyota 9039 no-date movement. Some owners find the push-pull crown a drawback, while others note the clasp and some bracelet links can feel sharp. Opinions are split on the bracelet design, with some finding it confusing and others praising its articulation and micro-adjustments. One owner found the 40mm case felt larger than expected. Overall, owners rate the Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic 38mm highly for its vintage aesthetic and tool-watch appeal at a reasonable price.

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