Lorier ZephyrvsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-007
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Measurements
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Zephyr
OLD SMITH 90-007
Diameter
36mm
35mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
42.3mm
Thickness
n/a
12.3mm
Water Resistance
n/a
50m
Power Reserve
n/a
42h
MSRP
$549
lowest
$640
Movement
Automatic
Miyota 82S5
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Lorier Zephyr for its refined, uniquely shaped 36mm case and comfortable wearability, with many highlighting the stunning guilloche-style dial. Some owners note the Miyota automatic movement's rotor can be audibly noisy. On balance, owners rate the Lorier Zephyr highly for its unique case design and dial finishing at the price.
The watch's vintage aesthetic and value for money are praised. The bracelet's refinement and perceived rattle are noted as a drawback.
Owners widely praise the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-007 for its vintage aesthetic, with particular admiration for its blue hands that shine in sunlight and its grainy textured dial with satisfying chunky numerals. The 35mm case size is noted as a potential issue for smaller wrists, and one owner found the crown difficult to operate, while another experienced an initial defect. The Super-LumiNova is described as weak, and the $635 price is considered high for the Miyota 82S5 movement and standard specifications, though some feel the premium is justified by Kuoe's distinctive design and microbrand status. On balance, owners cherish the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-007 for its unique design language and discreet dress/office appeal.
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