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Mr Jones Watches The AccuratevsKUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008

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

The Accurate
Mr Jones WatchesThe Accurate
MSRP $195
ROYAL SMITH 90-008
KUOEROYAL SMITH 90-008
MSRP $760

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Accurate
ROYAL SMITH 90-00834mm
Power Reserve
The Accurate40h
ROYAL SMITH 90-00842h
Water Resistance
The Accurate
ROYAL SMITH 90-00850m
MSRP
The Accurate$195
ROYAL SMITH 90-008$760

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Casual
Dress
Diameter
34mm
Thickness
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
41mm
Lug Width
18mm
Water Resistance
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Standard
Silver

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$195
$760

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What people say

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Mr Jones Watches The Accurate

Mr Jones Watches The Accurate is noted for its unique dial featuring the "Remember you will die" message, which some find legible but prone to showing dust specs. The 45mm case size is considered suitable for modern wearers, though the watch's message may be polarizing. On balance, reviewers acknowledge the watch's distinctive artistic approach and the Miyota 9015 movement, but its legibility and polarizing message are points of consideration.

From video reviewers

The watch's enduring popularity and its status as a consistent top seller are frequently mentioned. The lack of lume is a notable drawback, especially considering the price.

KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008

KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 is widely praised for its authentic vintage aesthetic, featuring a textured dial with applied Breguet numerals and a unique cushion case. Owners highlight its compact 34mm/35mm sizing as refreshing and comfortable, though one user found the 35mm size too small for a 7-inch wrist. The Miyota 9039 movement is standard, rated at -10/+30 seconds per day, with one example running at +8 seconds per day. A minor criticism is the 16mm buckle taper on the leather straps. Overall, owners rate the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 highly for its exceptional fit, finish, presentation, and value under $1,000 USD.

From video reviewers

The watch's value at its price point is a key strength. Lume brightness is a noted weakness. Reviewers disagreed on the ideal case size, with some finding it comfortable and others wishing for a smaller option.

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