Which is cheaper, the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-006 or the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

At MSRP the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic is the cheaper of the two at $498, against $795 for the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-006 — a $297 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-006 or the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

The Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic wears larger at 40mm versus 35mm for the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-006 — a 5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-006 or the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

The Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic is rated to 150m versus 100m for the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-006.

Which has a longer power reserve, the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-006 or the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

The KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-006 carries a 42-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic.

What movement does the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-006 run compared to the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

Both watches run automatic movements — the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-006 uses the Miyota 9039 and the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic uses the Miyota 8315.

Side by side

KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-006vsWolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic

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

KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-006

rs90006c-sv-iv-it

MSRP $795

Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic

22-SWA-003-LR3-CAM

MSRP $498

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

ROYAL SMITH 90-00635mm

Skindiver WT Automatic40mm

Power Reserve

ROYAL SMITH 90-00642h

Skindiver WT Automatic40h

Water Resistance

ROYAL SMITH 90-006100m

Skindiver WT Automatic150m

MSRP

ROYAL SMITH 90-006$795

Skindiver WT Automatic$498

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal

Sapphire

Domed Sapphire

Crystal Shape

Dome

Flat

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Ivory

Steel

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9039

Miyota 8315

Power Reserve

42h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$795

$498

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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".

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Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic for its attractive retro aesthetic, comfortable wearability, and good value, with many highlighting its striking green dial, box sapphire crystal, and well-executed Beads of Rice bracelet. Some reviewers note the Miyota 8315 movement is adjusted to ±15 seconds per day, and one owner found the steel bracelet's finishing did not match the watch as well as the rubber straps. A minority of owners express disappointment with the lume, bezel wobble, and a perceived lack of finishing refinement, with one reviewer ultimately not recommending the watch. Overall, owners rate the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic highly for its vintage charm and comfortable bracelet at the price point.

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