Which is cheaper, the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010 or the Tudor Pelagos LHD?

At MSRP the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010 is the cheaper of the two at $1,050, against $6,025 for the Tudor Pelagos LHD — a $4,975 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010 or the Tudor Pelagos LHD?

The Tudor Pelagos LHD wears larger at 40mm versus 35mm for the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010 — a 5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010 or the Tudor Pelagos LHD?

The Tudor Pelagos LHD is rated to 500m versus 50m for the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010.

Which has a longer power reserve, the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010 or the Tudor Pelagos LHD?

The Tudor Pelagos LHD carries a 70-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010.

What movement does the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010 run compared to the Tudor Pelagos LHD?

Both watches run automatic movements — the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010 uses the Miyota 9122 and the Tudor Pelagos LHD uses the MT5612-LHD.

Side by side

KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010vsTudor Pelagos LHD

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

KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010

rs90010-iv-g

MSRP $1,050

Tudor Pelagos LHD

m25610tnl-0001

MSRP $6,025

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

ROYAL SMITH 90-01035mm

Pelagos LHD40mm

Power Reserve

ROYAL SMITH 90-01040h

Pelagos LHD70h

Water Resistance

ROYAL SMITH 90-01050m

Pelagos LHD500m

MSRP

ROYAL SMITH 90-010$1,050

Pelagos LHD$6,025

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

Crystal Shape

Dome

Flat

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Ivory

Black

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9122

MT5612-LHD

Power Reserve

40h

70h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,050

$6,025

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What people say

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KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010

Owners praise the KUOE ROYAL SMITH's elegant 37mm size, symmetrical bicompax layout, and crisp chronograph pushers with a swift reset. The salmon dial is described as copper-toned with highly polished, legible Breguet numerals. Some owners find the 13mm thickness and 43mm lug-to-lug wearable, while others note the 14.3mm thickness detracts from wearability. The TMI NE86A movement has a claimed 45-hour power reserve and accuracy ranging from +25/-15 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the KUOE ROYAL SMITH for its retro charm and enjoyable chronograph operation, despite some reservations about its thickness.

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Tudor Pelagos LHD

The Tudor Pelagos LHD is widely praised for its value and technical specifications, including its titanium case, ceramic bezel, and 500m water resistance. Some owners note that the cream-colored lume and the five lines of text on the dial are potential drawbacks, though the red "Pelagos" text is seen as a positive detail. Overall, the consensus is that the Tudor Pelagos LHD offers significant technical features and value for its price point.

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