Which is cheaper, the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 or the Tissot Desir?

At MSRP the Tissot Desir is the cheaper of the two at $550, against $980 for the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 — a $430 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 or the Tissot Desir?

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 wears larger at 38mm versus 28mm for the Tissot Desir — a 10mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 or the Tissot Desir?

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 is rated to 200m versus 50m for the Tissot Desir.

Which has a longer power reserve, the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 or the Tissot Desir?

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 carries a 42-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Tissot Desir.

What movement does the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 run compared to the Tissot Desir?

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 runs a automatic caliber (Miyota 9039), while the Tissot Desir runs a quartz.

Side by side

KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011vsTissot Desir

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

KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

sm90011-bk

MSRP $980

Tissot Desir

t1520101111600

MSRP $550

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

SOMBRERO 90-01138mm

Desir28mm

Power Reserve

SOMBRERO 90-01142h

Desir40h

Water Resistance

SOMBRERO 90-011200m

Desir50m

MSRP

SOMBRERO 90-011$980

Desir$550

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

Dome

Domed

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Black

White mother-of-pearl

Indices

Applied

Diamonds

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9039

—

Type

Automatic

Quartz

Power Reserve

42h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$980

$550

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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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Tissot Desir

The Tissot Desir is praised for its slim profile, mother of pearl dial, and understated design, making it an elegant and versatile dress watch. One owner finds the Tissot Desir a lovely watch. However, the border of the face is a glitter strip, not pavé stones as some might assume. On balance, owners rate the Tissot Desir highly for its elegant and versatile dress watch qualities.

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