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KUOE OLD SMITH 90-001vsSpinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

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OLD SMITH 90-001
KUOEOLD SMITH 90-001
MSRP $405
Fleuss 40 Automatic
SpinnakerFleuss 40 Automatic
MSRP $450

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
OLD SMITH 90-00135mm
Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
OLD SMITH 90-00140h
Fleuss 40 Automatic40h
Water Resistance
OLD SMITH 90-00150m
Fleuss 40 Automatic150m
MSRP
OLD SMITH 90-001$405
Fleuss 40 Automatic$450

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
35mm
40mm
Thickness
10mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
47mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Dome
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Gold
Coral

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
TMI VD78A
SII NH35A
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$405
$450

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What people say

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KUOE OLD SMITH 90-001

KUOE OLD SMITH is widely praised for its vintage aesthetic and comfortable 35mm wearability, with owners noting its attractive bronze case and dial contrast. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its excellent accuracy. However, the case finishing is considered average for the price, and the lume fades quickly. Some find the small date window difficult to read, and the Seiko NH38 movement is described as noisy. The 18mm lug width and PVD-coated strap hardware are also noted as drawbacks. Overall, owners and reviewers find the KUOE OLD SMITH to be a compelling vintage field watch offering good value, particularly for its aesthetic appeal and accuracy.

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

Owners find the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic a good size for smaller wrists, though one owner notes the lume is too diffuse for easy nighttime reading. The pilot-style crown is an unusual feature for a dive watch. Overall, owners value the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic for its wearability on smaller wrists.

From video reviewers

The coral red dial is a unique aesthetic. The watch is a strong contender for best-in-class under $300.

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