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KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-012vsVario Futurist

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ROYAL SMITH 90-012
KUOEROYAL SMITH 90-012
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ROYAL SMITH 90-01237mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
ROYAL SMITH 90-01245h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
ROYAL SMITH 90-01250m
Futurist100m
MSRP
ROYAL SMITH 90-012
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
37mm
39mm
Thickness
14.3mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Crystal Shape
Dome
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Navy
Purple

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
TMI NE86A
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
45h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$648

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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.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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