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Citizen CorsovsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-007

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Corso
CitizenCorso
MSRP $296
OLD SMITH 90-007
KUOEOLD SMITH 90-007
MSRP $640

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Corso44mm
OLD SMITH 90-00735mm
Power Reserve
Corso40h
OLD SMITH 90-00742h
Water Resistance
Corso100m
OLD SMITH 90-00750m
MSRP
Corso$296
OLD SMITH 90-007$640

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
44mm
35mm
Thickness
12mm
12.25mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
42.3mm
Lug Width
23mm
18mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Ivory

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
8729
Miyota 82S5
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$296
$640

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Citizen Corso

Citizen Corso owners widely praise its value, with many noting its accurate Eco-Drive movement keeping time within a few seconds per month. The sunburst silver dial and elegant blue dial options are frequently highlighted for their attractive, light-catching qualities suitable for various occasions. The stainless steel case is considered durable, and the metal bracelet's links are described as substantial. Some models feature day and date complications. However, reviewers note the polished steel case can be overly shiny and a fingerprint magnet, and the original leather bands have an unpleasant lining. One owner questions the 40mm dial size for smaller wrists, and the bracelet has a stamped clasp without micro-adjustments, though it includes two half links. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Corso highly for its impressive value and classic dial aesthetics at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Citizen Corso features a convenient Eco-Drive movement that eliminates battery changes by utilizing light for power. A weakness of the Citizen Corso is its mineral crystal, which is less scratch-resistant than sapphire.

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-007

Owners widely praise the KUOE OLD SMITH for its distinctive vintage aesthetic, with specific admiration for the blue hands that pop in sunlight and the satisfying chunky numerals. The watch is considered a discreet dress or office option, with one owner cherishing it despite an initial defective crown. The 38mm size is noted as a perfect fit by one owner, while another finds the 35mm size and 12mm thickness can be problematic on smaller wrists. The $635 price is considered high for the NH38 movement and standard specifications, though some believe the premium is justified by Kuoe's unique design language and microbrand status. Accuracy is reported at -5 seconds per day, but the Super-LumiNova is weak. Overall, owners rate the KUOE OLD SMITH highly for its unique design and cherished vintage aesthetic at the price.

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