Knot Watches CMP-34SVvsKUOE Old Smith 90-001

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Knot Watches CMP-34SV at true scale

CMP-34SV

KUOE Old Smith 90-001 at true scale

Old Smith 90-001

Diameter

34mm

35mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

42mm

Thickness

8mm

lowest

10mm

Water Resistance

30m

50m

highest

MSRP

$174

lowest

$405

Movement

Miyota 6P24

Seiko VD78

Case

6 specs
Diameter
34mm
35mm
Thickness
8mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
42mm
Lug Width
n/a
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Dome
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
Ivory
Gold

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 6P24
Seiko VD78

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$174
$405
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Knot Watches CMP-34SV

Knot Watches CMP-34SV owners praise its attractive dials and unique dial texture, balancing minimalism with detail for depth and personality, and note impressive Seiko-like finishing and quality for an attractive price. One owner loves the light cream dial and orange second hand. However, one owner reported poor timekeeping and received no company response, while another expressed disappointment with the strap and engraving quality. The 34mm CMP-34SV uses a Miyota quartz movement and features attractive dials for its price point. Overall, owners appreciate the Knot Watches CMP-34SV for its aesthetic appeal and finishing at its price, though some have noted issues with timekeeping and strap quality.

KUOE Old Smith 90-001

Owners widely praise the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-001 for its vintage aesthetic and comfortable 35mm wearability, noting its attractive dial and excellent accuracy. The case finishing is considered average for the price, and the lume fades quickly, with some finding the small date window difficult to read. The watch is versatile with straps and features a good level of polish and brushing. Overall, owners rate the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-001 highly for its compelling vintage field watch aesthetic and accuracy at the price.