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Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoonvsZelos LT Carbon

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A perfectly useless afternoon
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon
MSRP $195
LT Carbon
ZelosLT Carbon
MSRP $449

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A perfectly useless afternoon40mm
LT Carbon40mm
Power Reserve
A perfectly useless afternoon40h
LT Carbon40h
Water Resistance
A perfectly useless afternoon
LT Carbon50m
MSRP
A perfectly useless afternoon$195
LT Carbon$449

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Casual
Dress
Thickness
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Forged Carbon
Water Resistance
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Standard
Carbon

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9133

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$195
$449

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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.

Zelos LT Carbon

The forged carbon case construction is a standout feature, noted for its lightweight feel and distinctive pattern. The proprietary strap system limits aftermarket options. Reviewers disagree on the value proposition compared to alternatives.

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