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Brillier GMT (DUAL TIME) Mechanical Automatic Round 38 mm Gold Case Black Face

The Brillier GMT (DUAL TIME) Mechanical Automatic Round 38 mm Gold Case Black Face earns strong owner appreciation for its dual-time functionality and clean dial design without a date window. The black dial is particularly praised for its depth and presence in person. Owners appreciate the asymmetrical 4 o'clock pusher as part of the design language, though one notes a preference for a thinner case profile. Overall, owners rate the GMT highly for its functional dual-time complication and striking black dial execution at its price point.

KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008

KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 is widely praised for its authentic vintage aesthetic, featuring a textured dial with applied Breguet numerals and a unique cushion case. Owners highlight its compact 34mm/35mm sizing as refreshing and comfortable, though one user found the 35mm size too small for a 7-inch wrist. The Miyota 9039 movement is standard, rated at -10/+30 seconds per day, with one example running at +8 seconds per day. A minor criticism is the 16mm buckle taper on the leather straps. Overall, owners rate the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 highly for its exceptional fit, finish, presentation, and value under $1,000 USD.

From video reviewers

The watch's value at its price point is a key strength. Lume brightness is a noted weakness. Reviewers disagreed on the ideal case size, with some finding it comfortable and others wishing for a smaller option.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
GMT (DUAL TIME) Mechanical Automatic Round 38 mm Gold Case Black Face38mm
ROYAL SMITH 90-00834mm
Power Reserve
GMT (DUAL TIME) Mechanical Automatic Round 38 mm Gold Case Black Face
ROYAL SMITH 90-00842h
Water Resistance
GMT (DUAL TIME) Mechanical Automatic Round 38 mm Gold Case Black Face
ROYAL SMITH 90-00850m
MSRP
GMT (DUAL TIME) Mechanical Automatic Round 38 mm Gold Case Black Face$795
ROYAL SMITH 90-008$760

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
38mm
34mm
Thickness
12mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
41mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Dome
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Silver

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
0h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$795
$760
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