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Baltic MR RoulettevsKUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-012

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MR Roulette
BalticMR Roulette
MSRP $545
ROYAL SMITH 90-012
KUOEROYAL SMITH 90-012
What people say

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

Baltic MR Roulette

The Baltic MR Roulette is praised for its vintage-inspired roulette dial with multi-sector, multi-layer, and asymmetrical design, and faceted dauphine hands. Reviewers highlight the dial's depth created by contrasting textures like circular brushing and glossy or grained sectors, and the 36mm case's vertical bezel brushing and polished lugs. The watch uses a Hangzhou micro-rotor movement. However, reviewers note the micro-rotor movement can feel rattly and loose, producing a jangly sound when tapped. On balance, reviewers appreciate the Baltic MR Roulette's distinctive dial design and vintage aesthetic, despite the noted movement characteristics.

From video reviewers

The MR Roulette's excellent finishing, particularly on the case and the bezel, is a notable strength. The bracelet's noise when moved around is a shared weakness. Reviewers do not explicitly disagree on any specific point.

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.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MR Roulette36mm
ROYAL SMITH 90-01237mm
Power Reserve
MR Roulette42h
ROYAL SMITH 90-01245h
Water Resistance
MR Roulette30m
ROYAL SMITH 90-01250m
MSRP
MR Roulette$545
ROYAL SMITH 90-012

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
36mm
37mm
Thickness
9mm
14.3mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Hesalite
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Navy

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Hangzhou CAL5000a Micro-rotor
TMI NE86A
Power Reserve
42h
45h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$545
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