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KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008vsKUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

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

ROYAL SMITH 90-008
KUOEROYAL SMITH 90-008
MSRP $760
SOMBRERO 90-011
KUOESOMBRERO 90-011
MSRP $980

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ROYAL SMITH 90-00834mm
SOMBRERO 90-01138mm
Power Reserve
ROYAL SMITH 90-00842h
SOMBRERO 90-01142h
Water Resistance
ROYAL SMITH 90-00850m
SOMBRERO 90-011200m
MSRP
ROYAL SMITH 90-008$760
SOMBRERO 90-011$980

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
34mm
38mm
Thickness
11mm
12.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
41mm
45.5mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$760
$980

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008

KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 is widely praised for its authentic vintage aesthetic, featuring a textured dial with applied Breguet numerals and a unique cushion case. Owners highlight its compact 34mm/35mm sizing as refreshing and comfortable, though one user found the 35mm size too small for a 7-inch wrist. The Miyota 9039 movement is standard, rated at -10/+30 seconds per day, with one example running at +8 seconds per day. A minor criticism is the 16mm buckle taper on the leather straps. Overall, owners rate the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 highly for its exceptional fit, finish, presentation, and value under $1,000 USD.

From video reviewers

The watch's value at its price point is a key strength. Lume brightness is a noted weakness. Reviewers disagreed on the ideal case size, with some finding it comfortable and others wishing for a smaller option.

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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