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Lorier ZephyrvsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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Zephyr
LorierZephyr
MSRP $549
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze
KUOEOLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze
MSRP $599

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Zephyr36mm
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm
Power Reserve
Zephyr40h
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h
Water Resistance
Zephyr
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m
MSRP
Zephyr$549
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
36mm
35mm
Thickness
12.35mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
Brown
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
NH38
Power Reserve
40h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$549
$599

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What people say

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Lorier Zephyr

Owners widely praise the Lorier Zephyr for its stunning guilloche-style dial, refined and perfectly sized unique case shape, and comfortable wearability. The Miyota 9 series movement is noted by owners as being a little noisy, with a rotor whirring audible on quick hand movements. On balance, owners rate the Lorier Zephyr highly for its distinctive dial and case design at the price.

From video reviewers

The watch's vintage aesthetic and value for money are praised. The bracelet's refinement and perceived rattle are noted as a drawback.

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

Owners widely praise the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze for its vintage military aesthetic and comfortable 35mm wearability, noting the lug design allows it to fit well on wrists around 7 inches. The Seiko NH-35 movement is reported to be reliable, keeping time within +2 to +3 seconds per day. Some owners dislike the 18mm lug width and the PVD coating on the NATO strap hardware, which does not match the bronze case. Overall, owners rate the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze highly for its vintage appeal and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The watch's bronze case finish is a notable strength, with reviewers highlighting its unique patina and subtle aging effect. A weakness is the lume brightness, which may be a drawback for those who prioritize nighttime readability. Reviewers agree on the watch's movement accuracy, citing the reliable and accurate Seiko NH38 caliber.

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