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KUOE OLD SMITH 90-001vsStraton Straton Curve Chrono MKII

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OLD SMITH 90-001
KUOEOLD SMITH 90-001
MSRP $405
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
StratonStraton Curve Chrono MKII
MSRP $1,099

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
OLD SMITH 90-00135mm
Straton Curve Chrono MKII42mm
Power Reserve
OLD SMITH 90-00140h
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
Water Resistance
OLD SMITH 90-00150m
Straton Curve Chrono MKII100m
MSRP
OLD SMITH 90-001$405
Straton Curve Chrono MKII$1,099

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
35mm
42mm
Thickness
10mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
47.4mm
Lug Width
18mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Stamped Design with Wheel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Dome
Domed
AR Coating
Yes
Yes
Dial Color
Gold
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
TMI VD78A
NE86
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
25
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$405
$1,099

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What people say

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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.

Straton Curve Chrono MKII

The watch offers a retro motorsport aesthetic with a quality finish and well-chosen movements at an affordable price. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.

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