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KUOE OLD SMITH 90-007vsVario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)

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OLD SMITH 90-007
KUOEOLD SMITH 90-007
MSRP $640
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)
VarioNAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)
MSRP $596

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
OLD SMITH 90-00735mm
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)38mm
Power Reserve
OLD SMITH 90-00742h
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)40h
Water Resistance
OLD SMITH 90-00750m
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)100m
MSRP
OLD SMITH 90-007$640
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)$596

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
35mm
38mm
Thickness
12.25mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.3mm
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Dome
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Ivory
Red

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$640
$596

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What people say

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KUOE OLD SMITH 90-007

Owners widely praise the KUOE OLD SMITH for its distinctive vintage aesthetic, with specific admiration for the blue hands that pop in sunlight and the satisfying chunky numerals. The watch is considered a discreet dress or office option, with one owner cherishing it despite an initial defective crown. The 38mm size is noted as a perfect fit by one owner, while another finds the 35mm size and 12mm thickness can be problematic on smaller wrists. The $635 price is considered high for the NH38 movement and standard specifications, though some believe the premium is justified by Kuoe's unique design language and microbrand status. Accuracy is reported at -5 seconds per day, but the Super-LumiNova is weak. Overall, owners rate the KUOE OLD SMITH highly for its unique design and cherished vintage aesthetic at the price.

Vario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)

Owners widely praise the Vario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition) for its unique single-hand time display, captivating dial featuring a wave pattern and red tiger eye stone with subtle striations, and Art Deco numerals. The 38mm stainless steel case, double-domed sapphire crystal, and German leather strap contribute to a comfortable and elegant build, with the watch weighing 74g. Some users find the varied font sizes on the dial distracting, while others appreciate the cool style and dial colors. One owner suggests reworking the sub-dial's seconds hand and track for a less sporty look, and another felt the English text and font balance were not ideal. Overall, owners rate the Vario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition) highly for its unique dial and comfortable wear at an affordable price.

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