Which is cheaper, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 or the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011?

At MSRP the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 is the cheaper of the two at $559, against $980 for the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 — a $421 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 or the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011?

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 wears larger at 38mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 or the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011?

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 is rated to 200m versus 100m for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002.

Which has a longer power reserve, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 or the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011?

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 carries a 42-hour power reserve against 41 hours on the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002.

What movement does the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 run compared to the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011?

Both watches run automatic movements — the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 uses the NH38 and the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 uses the Miyota 9039.

Side by side

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002vsKUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

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

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002

os90002-nd-iv

MSRP $559

KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

sm90011-bk

MSRP $980

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-00235mm

SOMBRERO 90-01138mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-00241h

SOMBRERO 90-01142h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002100m

SOMBRERO 90-011200m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002$559

SOMBRERO 90-011$980

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

Ivory

Black

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

NH38

Miyota 9039

Power Reserve

41h

42h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$559

$980

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What people say

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KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002

Owners widely praise the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 for its excellent 35mm size and premium feel for the price, with one owner noting its lume is the best they have experienced. The sand-textured cream dial is described as offering depth and legibility, though one owner rated the dial design 2/5 due to numeral offset referencing classic field watches. The watch utilizes a Seiko NH35 or NH38 automatic movement, with Kuoe adjusting it to a range of -20 to +40 seconds/day, though one example ran within +/- 10 seconds/day. On balance, owners rate the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 highly for its wearability and craftsmanship at its price point.

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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.

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