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Mr Jones Watches The Promise of HappinessvsVario Futurist

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The Promise of Happiness
Mr Jones WatchesThe Promise of Happiness
MSRP $275
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Promise of Happiness
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
The Promise of Happiness40h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
The Promise of Happiness
Futurist100m
MSRP
The Promise of Happiness$275
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Casual
Dress
Diameter
39mm
Thickness
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
Standard
Purple

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$275
$648

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What people say

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Mr Jones Watches The Promise of Happiness

Mr Jones Watches The Promise of Happiness is praised for its unique, multilayered design featuring a jumping-hour complication and a painted tiger with scrolling minutes. The 37mm polished case with distinctive lugs is noted as comfortable for smaller wrists, though the 15mm thickness is considered substantial. Owners highlight its distinctiveness within the brand's lineup, fulfilling a desire for a jump-hour complication. Overall, owners rate Mr Jones Watches The Promise of Happiness highly for its unique jumping-hour complication and distinctive design.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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