Which is cheaper, the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 or the Zelos Thresher 44?

At MSRP the Zelos Thresher 44 is the cheaper of the two at $549, against $760 for the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 — a $211 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 or the Zelos Thresher 44?

The Zelos Thresher 44 wears larger at 44mm versus 34mm for the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 — a 10mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 or the Zelos Thresher 44?

The Zelos Thresher 44 is rated to 500m versus 50m for the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008.

Which has a longer power reserve, the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 or the Zelos Thresher 44?

The KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 carries a 42-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Zelos Thresher 44.

What movement does the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 run compared to the Zelos Thresher 44?

Both watches run automatic movements — the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 uses the Miyota 9039 and the Zelos Thresher 44 uses the Miyota 9015.

Side by side

KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008vsZelos Thresher 44

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

KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008

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MSRP $760

Zelos Thresher 44

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MSRP $549

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

ROYAL SMITH 90-00834mm

Thresher 4444mm

Power Reserve

ROYAL SMITH 90-00842h

Thresher 4440h

Water Resistance

ROYAL SMITH 90-00850m

Thresher 44500m

MSRP

ROYAL SMITH 90-008$760

Thresher 44$549

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal

Sapphire

Domed Sapphire

Crystal Shape

Dome

Flat

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Silver

Grey

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9039

Miyota 9015

Power Reserve

42h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$760

$549

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What people say

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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.

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Zelos Thresher 44

Owners widely praise the Zelos Thresher 44, with one owner noting its finish has proven remarkably scratch-resistant. However, one owner found the finishing on their hammered grey variant not as well done as expected. The Zelos Thresher 44 with an agate dial sold out in 90 seconds, with one owner receiving theirs and noting the bracelet was fully wrapped. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Thresher 44 highly for its desirability and scratch-resistant finish.

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