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KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-006

Owners widely praise the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-006 for its visual appeal and sapphire crystal with AR coating. The watch functions correctly and keeps time at approximately +5 seconds per day on the wrist, powered by a Miyota 9039 movement. On balance, owners value the watch's aesthetics and specifications, though some question its overall value proposition.

From video reviewers

The watch's unique blend of modern and retro elements is a notable strength, with a textured ivory waffle dial and Breguet numerals giving it the look of a vintage watch from the 1950s and 1960s. A potential drawback is the ~$770 USD price point, which is significant for a microbrand. Reviewers disagree on the movement's accuracy, with one reviewer noting it is noisy and another describing it as a "Japanese-manufactured high beat premium automatic movement".

Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series Sharp Edged Series Kabuki-inspired Limited Edition

The Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series Sharp Edged Series Kabuki-inspired Limited Edition is widely praised for its spectacular, Kabuki-inspired gradient dials featuring a hemp leaf motif and gold-toned accents, with some owners finding the dial and finishing exquisite and superior to watches at higher price points. The bracelet is also noted as being better than entry-level offerings. However, the lume fades quickly, and movement accuracy can vary, with reported figures ranging from +20 seconds per day to losing 5-8 seconds per day. Some reviewers and owners find the price steep for the 6R35 movement, and the Hardlex crystal is considered a potential scratch risk compared to sapphire. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the striking dial and good finishing of the Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series Sharp Edged Series Kabuki-inspired Limited Edition, despite some concerns regarding movement accuracy and crystal durability.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ROYAL SMITH 90-00635mm
Presage Sharp Edged Series Sharp Edged Series Kabuki-inspired Limited Edition39.3mm
Power Reserve
ROYAL SMITH 90-00642h
Presage Sharp Edged Series Sharp Edged Series Kabuki-inspired Limited Edition70h
Water Resistance
ROYAL SMITH 90-006100m
Presage Sharp Edged Series Sharp Edged Series Kabuki-inspired Limited Edition100m
MSRP
ROYAL SMITH 90-006$795
Presage Sharp Edged Series Sharp Edged Series Kabuki-inspired Limited Edition$1,050

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
35mm
39.3mm
Thickness
10.4mm
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
47.2mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Dome
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Ivory
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko 6R35
Power Reserve
42h
70h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$795
$1,050
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