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Citizen Promaster Skyhawk U830vsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-001

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Promaster Skyhawk U830
CitizenPromaster Skyhawk U830
MSRP $596
OLD SMITH 90-001
KUOEOLD SMITH 90-001
MSRP $405

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Promaster Skyhawk U83043mm
OLD SMITH 90-00135mm
Power Reserve
Promaster Skyhawk U83040h
OLD SMITH 90-00140h
Water Resistance
Promaster Skyhawk U830200m
OLD SMITH 90-00150m
MSRP
Promaster Skyhawk U830$596
OLD SMITH 90-001$405

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Dress
Diameter
43mm
35mm
Thickness
12mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
42mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Gold

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
U830
TMI VD78A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$596
$405

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What people say

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Citizen Promaster Skyhawk U830

The Citizen Promaster Skyhawk U830 is praised for its updated 43mm titanium case, legible memory-in-pixel display, and cleaner, less cluttered design compared to previous versions. Reviewers highlight its versatile contemporary look and enhanced functionality from the caliber U830, while owners appreciate the MIP display and screw-down caseback. Some users find the interface clunky and the face busy, particularly noting the "calendar" label and the lack of radio or GPS time synchronization, with one owner finding the 45mm size and busy subdials less useful for non-pilots. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Promaster Skyhawk U830 highly for its impressive technology and improved legibility in a contemporary package.

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-001

KUOE OLD SMITH is widely praised for its vintage aesthetic and comfortable 35mm wearability, with owners noting its attractive bronze case and dial contrast. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its excellent accuracy. However, the case finishing is considered average for the price, and the lume fades quickly. Some find the small date window difficult to read, and the Seiko NH38 movement is described as noisy. The 18mm lug width and PVD-coated strap hardware are also noted as drawbacks. Overall, owners and reviewers find the KUOE OLD SMITH to be a compelling vintage field watch offering good value, particularly for its aesthetic appeal and accuracy.

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