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Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoonvsLongines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

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A perfectly useless afternoon
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon
MSRP $195
SPIRIT ZULU TIME
LonginesSPIRIT ZULU TIME
MSRP $3,550

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A perfectly useless afternoon40mm
SPIRIT ZULU TIME39mm
Power Reserve
A perfectly useless afternoon40h
SPIRIT ZULU TIME72h
Water Resistance
A perfectly useless afternoon
SPIRIT ZULU TIME100m
MSRP
A perfectly useless afternoon$195
SPIRIT ZULU TIME$3,550

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Casual
GMT
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.8mm
Lug Width
21mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Ceramic
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
Caseback
Solid
Screw-down case back

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Both sides
Dial Color
Standard
Anthracite
Indices
Applied
Applied Arabic numerals
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
L844.4
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, seconds and date, 24 hours hand with time zone mechanism

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$195
$3,550

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What people say

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Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon is widely praised for its creative, fun, and original design, with reviewers and owners alike highlighting its vibrant colors and ability to serve as a conversation starter. The watch is considered well-made for its price, featuring a unique aesthetic where a figure's leg indicates the hour and a rubber duck shows the minutes. Some owners report the blue nylon strap can be small in diameter. One reviewer noted the Milanese bracelet was too shiny and opted to brush it and the lugs for a more subdued look. The mechanical variant uses an STP1-11 automatic movement with a 44-hour power reserve and acceptable accuracy, while the quartz variant features a unique dial design with hour markers integrated into the watery visual. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon highly for its imaginative design and good value.

Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

Owners widely praise the Longines Spirit Zulu Time for its excellent fit and finish, visual appeal, and value, with many preferring its thinner titanium case and color-matched date wheel. Reviewers highlight its legibility and comfortable 39mm wearability, while some owners note the bracelet could be weightier and lacks tool-less micro-adjustment. Accuracy figures range from +5 seconds per day to unspecified, and one owner reported condensation risk in hot tubs. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Spirit Zulu Time highly for its blend of tool-watch utility and segment-leading finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 18k gold capped bezel insert is a notable feature, adding a touch of luxury to the watch. However, the watch's lume is not as bright as some reviewers would like, which is a drawback for those who prioritize good illumination. Reviewers disagree on the watch's functionality, with some considering it a compelling option and others feeling it doesn't quite live up to its design.

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