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KUOE OLD SMITH 90-001vsTissot Tradition

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OLD SMITH 90-001
KUOEOLD SMITH 90-001
MSRP $405
Tradition
TissotTradition
MSRP $450

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
OLD SMITH 90-00135mm
Tradition42mm
Power Reserve
OLD SMITH 90-00140h
Tradition40h
Water Resistance
OLD SMITH 90-00150m
Tradition30m
MSRP
OLD SMITH 90-001$405
Tradition$450

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
35mm
42mm
Thickness
10mm
7.47mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Dome
Domed
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Gold
Silver
Indices
Applied
Roman and indexes

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
TMI VD78A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$405
$450

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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.

Tissot Tradition

Owners widely praise the Tissot Tradition for its comfortable wearability, specifically citing its 7.5mm slim case. One owner found the Tissot Tradition served him well after his first watch broke. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Tradition highly for its slim and comfortable case design.

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