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Lorier ZephyrvsKUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-012

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Zephyr
LorierZephyr
MSRP $549
ROYAL SMITH 90-012
KUOEROYAL SMITH 90-012

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Zephyr36mm
ROYAL SMITH 90-01237mm
Power Reserve
Zephyr40h
ROYAL SMITH 90-01245h
Water Resistance
Zephyr
ROYAL SMITH 90-01250m
MSRP
Zephyr$549
ROYAL SMITH 90-012

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
36mm
37mm
Thickness
14.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
Navy

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
TMI NE86A
Power Reserve
40h
45h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$549

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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 ROYAL SMITH 90-012

Owners widely praise the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-012 for its elegant 37mm size and symmetrical bicompax layout, with the silver dial described as "insane" and highly readable. The chronograph pushers are noted for their crisp action and satisfying reset. However, reviewers flag the 14.3mm thickness as chunky for the case size, and one owner finds the date window difficult to read due to its small size and deep setting. The TMI NE86A movement offers a 45-hour power reserve and accuracy between +25 and -15 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-012 highly for its retro charm and attractive dial options at its price point.

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