Which is cheaper, the Pinion Pure Bronze or the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011?

At MSRP the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 is the cheaper of the two at $980, against $1,715 for the Pinion Pure Bronze — a $735 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Pinion Pure Bronze or the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011?

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 wears larger at 38mm versus 38mm for the Pinion Pure Bronze — a 0mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Pinion Pure Bronze or the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011?

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Pinion Pure Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Pinion Pure Bronze or the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011?

The Pinion Pure Bronze carries a 45-hour power reserve against 42 hours on the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011.

What movement does the Pinion Pure Bronze run compared to the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011?

The Pinion Pure Bronze runs a manual caliber (Sellita SW261-1), while the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 runs a automatic (Miyota 9039).

Side by side

Pinion Pure BronzevsKUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Pinion Pure Bronze

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MSRP $1,715

KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

sm90011-bk

MSRP $980

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Pure Bronze38mm

SOMBRERO 90-01138mm

Power Reserve

Pure Bronze45h

SOMBRERO 90-01142h

Water Resistance

Pure Bronze100m

SOMBRERO 90-011200m

MSRP

Pure Bronze$1,715

SOMBRERO 90-011$980

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

Dome

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW261-1

Miyota 9039

Type

Manual

Automatic

Power Reserve

45h

42h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,715

$980

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Pinion Pure Bronze

The Pinion Pure Bronze is lauded for its refreshing design, featuring a beautiful layered dial with applied numerals and luminous indexes. Reviewers praise its satisfying manual-winding action from the Unitas 6498 movement, which offers a 45-hour power reserve. One reviewer suggested a satin finish for the crown to match the case back and buckle. Overall, reviewers rate the Pinion Pure Bronze highly for its unique bronze case that patinates over time and its clear, subtly finished dial.

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KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

Owners widely praise the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 for its stunning dials, blued hands, and quality finishing, with many highlighting its great value and vintage-inspired aesthetic. The comfortable jubilee bracelet and excellent lume are frequently mentioned positives. One owner notes the watch is "pretty thick in regards to height," and another points out minor criticism regarding the handset finish and crown edges, with indices and handset sharing a similar color that can obscure visibility. The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 utilizes a Miyota 9039 movement, with reported accuracy ranging from -10 to +30 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 highly for its attractive design and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011's vintage-inspired dial and hands are a strong point, with reviewers noting their aesthetic appeal. The watch's design is also praised for its uniqueness, with one reviewer calling it "design perfection." However, the relatively short 40-hour power reserve of the MIYOTA Cal.9039 automatic movement is a notable weakness.

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