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KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-012vsSpinnaker Croft

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ROYAL SMITH 90-012
KUOEROYAL SMITH 90-012
Croft
SpinnakerCroft
MSRP $219

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ROYAL SMITH 90-01237mm
Croft40mm
Power Reserve
ROYAL SMITH 90-01245h
Croft40h
Water Resistance
ROYAL SMITH 90-01250m
Croft150m
MSRP
ROYAL SMITH 90-012
Croft$219

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
37mm
40mm
Thickness
14.3mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
47mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
TMI NE86A
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
45h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$219

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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.

Spinnaker Croft

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Spinnaker Croft for its vibrant dial colors, chunky hands and bezel, and overall value, with one owner noting the Miyota 8218 movement and cyclops as appreciated features. Reviewers flag the bracelet and clasp as budget-friendly limitations, citing friction-fit pins, sharp edges, and a stiff security lock. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Spinnaker Croft highly for its accessible skeletonized dive watch aesthetic and appealing design at its price point.

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