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KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-012vsCIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT

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What people say

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KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-012

Owners widely praise the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-012 for its elegant 37mm size and symmetrical bicompax layout, with the silver dial described as "insane" and highly readable. The chronograph pushers are noted for their crisp action and satisfying reset. However, reviewers flag the 14.3mm thickness as chunky for the case size, and one owner finds the date window difficult to read due to its small size and deep setting. The TMI NE86A movement offers a 45-hour power reserve and accuracy between +25 and -15 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-012 highly for its retro charm and attractive dial options at its price point.

CIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT

The CIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT features an onyx case and a unique dial design with a gold snake indicating hours and minutes. Reviewers note the CD-04-S automatic movement has a 41-hour power reserve and the watch is water-resistant to 30 meters. The silver version uses a 925 silver snake and a CD-04-E movement, while the gold version features an 18K gold snake and the CD-04-S movement. On balance, reviewers highlight the LEGEND OF SERPENT's distinctive dial and case design as its primary appeal.

From video reviewers

The unique case design and 18k gold serpent hand are notable features of the CIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT. The watch's movement accuracy is also a strength, as it shares its movement with the award-winning Blue Planet titanium predecessor.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ROYAL SMITH 90-01237mm
LEGEND OF SERPENT46.5mm
Power Reserve
ROYAL SMITH 90-01245h
LEGEND OF SERPENT41h
Water Resistance
ROYAL SMITH 90-01250m
LEGEND OF SERPENT30m
MSRP
ROYAL SMITH 90-012
LEGEND OF SERPENT$2,399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
37mm
46.5mm
Thickness
14.3mm
15.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Gold
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Dome
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Navy
18k

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
TMI NE86A
CD-04-S
Power Reserve
45h
41h
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,399
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