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Mr Jones Watches Remixed A perfectly useless afternoonvsLongines LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK

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Remixed A perfectly useless afternoon
Mr Jones WatchesRemixed A perfectly useless afternoon
MSRP $145
LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK
LonginesLONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK
MSRP $5,000

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Remixed A perfectly useless afternoon
LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK42mm
Power Reserve
Remixed A perfectly useless afternoon40h
LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK40h
Water Resistance
Remixed A perfectly useless afternoon
LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK100m
MSRP
Remixed A perfectly useless afternoon$145
LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK$5,000

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Casual
Chronograph
Diameter
42mm
Thickness
17mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Standard
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
L791.4

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$145
$5,000

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What people say

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Mr Jones Watches Remixed A perfectly useless afternoon

Owners widely praise Mr Jones Watches Remixed A perfectly useless afternoon for its whimsical, art-piece design, lightweight comfort, and 38mm size, with some finding its quality commensurate with its sub-$300 price. The unconventional time-telling is noted as unintuitive but surprisingly not difficult to read, making it a fun conversation starter. Some owners report issues with the hour hand alignment and find the straps undesirable or the plug near 9 o'clock feels cheap, and a few question the overall build quality and 50m water resistance. Overall, owners rate Mr Jones Watches Remixed A perfectly useless afternoon highly for its unique dial design and refreshing aesthetic at a reasonable price.

LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK

Owners widely praise the Longines Spirit Flyback for its attractive design, well-finished titanium case, and value as a chronometer-certified flyback chronograph. Specific positive notes include its fun and useful flyback function for cooking, and the perceived adventure-ready, indestructible feel of the titanium model. However, reviewers and owners consistently flag its 17mm thickness as a significant detractor from wearability, with some finding it too chunky for daily wear. There is also a split opinion on the dial design, with some preferring the older five-star motif and gold hands/markers, while others appreciate the cleaner, simplified dial and cutoff numerals. The Longines Spirit Flyback is priced around $5,350-$6,500 USD. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Spirit Flyback highly for its flyback chronograph complication and attractive design, despite widespread concerns about its thickness.

From video reviewers

The Spirit Flyback's heritage-inspired design is a notable strength, with a distinctive look reminiscent of the original Flyback Chronograph. The watch's price point is somewhat high compared to its competitors, which might be a drawback for some buyers. Reviewers disagree on the watch's design, with one reviewer feeling it needed more of an edge to stand out in the Spirit collection, while another praises its heritage-inspired style.

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