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Magrette Moana Pacific Professional KaravsKUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008

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Moana Pacific Professional Kara
MagretteMoana Pacific Professional Kara
ROYAL SMITH 90-008
KUOEROYAL SMITH 90-008
MSRP $760

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Moana Pacific Professional Kara44mm
ROYAL SMITH 90-00834mm
Power Reserve
Moana Pacific Professional Kara
ROYAL SMITH 90-00842h
Water Resistance
Moana Pacific Professional Kara500m
ROYAL SMITH 90-00850m
MSRP
Moana Pacific Professional Kara
ROYAL SMITH 90-008$760

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
44mm
34mm
Thickness
15.3mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
53mm
41mm
Lug Width
24mm
18mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
500m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Silver
Lume
SuperLuminova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
STP1-11
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$760

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What people say

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Magrette Moana Pacific Professional Kara

The Magrette Moana Pacific Professional Kara is widely praised for its exceptional value, with reviewers highlighting its premium feel and attention to detail at its $595 price point. Owners and reviewers alike commend the comfortable 44mm brushed steel case, excellent lume, and the technical, tool-like appearance. The inclusion of a Swiss STP caliber STP1-11 automatic movement is noted, though its practical performance difference from previous movements is considered minimal. Some reviewers point out that the design language borrows heavily from other brands, and one owner noted the absence of the signature red-lined leather strap. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Magrette Moana Pacific Professional Kara highly for its impressive finishing and value proposition.

KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008

KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 is widely praised for its authentic vintage aesthetic, featuring a textured dial with applied Breguet numerals and a unique cushion case. Owners highlight its compact 34mm/35mm sizing as refreshing and comfortable, though one user found the 35mm size too small for a 7-inch wrist. The Miyota 9039 movement is standard, rated at -10/+30 seconds per day, with one example running at +8 seconds per day. A minor criticism is the 16mm buckle taper on the leather straps. Overall, owners rate the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 highly for its exceptional fit, finish, presentation, and value under $1,000 USD.

From video reviewers

The watch's value at its price point is a key strength. Lume brightness is a noted weakness. Reviewers disagreed on the ideal case size, with some finding it comfortable and others wishing for a smaller option.

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