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KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011vsLongines LEGEND DIVER

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SOMBRERO 90-011
KUOESOMBRERO 90-011
MSRP $980
LEGEND DIVER
LonginesLEGEND DIVER
MSRP $3,850

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SOMBRERO 90-01138mm
LEGEND DIVER39mm
Power Reserve
SOMBRERO 90-01142h
LEGEND DIVER72h
Water Resistance
SOMBRERO 90-011200m
LEGEND DIVER300m
MSRP
SOMBRERO 90-011$980
LEGEND DIVER$3,850

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
12.45mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
47mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
300m
Caseback
Solid
Screw-down case back

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Dome
AR Coating
Yes
Both sides
Dial Color
Black
White
Indices
Applied
Painted Arabic numerals and indexes

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
L888.6
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
42h
72h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, seconds

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$980
$3,850

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Longines LEGEND DIVER

Owners widely praise the Longines LEGEND DIVER for its faithful retro design, often calling it one of the best vintage reissues, with the 39mm variant lauded for its perfect size and the 42mm for its versatility. The watch is consistently noted as ISO 6425 compliant and powered by the COSC-certified L888.6 movement with a 72-hour power reserve. Reviewers highlight its sophisticated look, clean no-date dial, and the well-made beads-of-rice bracelet, though some owners find the polished center links or overall polished finish dressier than expected for a diver. Owners are split on the 39mm's bracelet, with one finding it too "blingy" and another praising its comfort. The 42mm version's 50mm lug-to-lug measurement is considered long by some, while others find it comfortable. One owner of the 42mm model reported a scratched hour hand after 15 years, and another noted the original leather strap's poor quality.

From video reviewers

The Longines LEGEND DIVER features a unique blend of vintage design and modern functionality, with 300 meters of water resistance and a 72-hour power reserve. The watch's historical significance and aesthetic appeal are notable strengths. The 7-link bracelet is also a notable feature, although its quality and comfort are not explicitly discussed.

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