KUOE KYOTO: OLD SMITH 90-002 IVORY

KUOE Old Smith 90‑002 Ivory – Vintage & compact field watch

The KUOE Old Smith 90-002 Ivory draws inspiration from British military watches of the 1940s–70s, housed in a compact 35mm case (or a 38mm Large version) with clean, authentic lines. Its matte ivory-white dial with a grained texture features Arabic numerals and hands generously luminized with Super-LumiNova Old Radium for impeccable legibility in bright daylight and low light.

It is powered by a TMI NH38 (no-date) or NH35 (date) movement, a reliable Japanese automatic caliber with winding and stop-seconds, offering a power reserve of 41–42 hours and accuracy in a range of –20/+40 s/day .

The polished-brushed 316L steel case has a diameter of 35 mm (standard case) or 38 mm (Large version), a thickness of 12 mm , lug to lug of 42 mm (or 45 mm in the large version), and is protected by a domed sapphire crystal with internal anti-reflective coating.

The Old Smith 90-002 is water-resistant to 10 ATM (100 m) , features a screw-down crown , and comes with two nylon straps (black and khaki). Italian leather or "rice grain" steel strap options are also available.

Technical specifications:

• Brand: KUOE

• Model: Old Smith 90-002 Ivory (No-Date / Date)

• Movement: TMI NH38 (no-date) or NH35 (date with optional window) automatic, hacking, ~41–42 h power reserve, -20/+40 s/day

• Function: Hours, minutes, seconds (+ date depending on version)

• Case: Polished/brushed 316L steel, Ø 35 mm (or 38 mm Wide), thickness 12 mm (including glass), lug-to-lug 42 mm (45 mm Wide)

• Glass: Domed sapphire, internal AR

• Crown: Screwed

• Water resistance: 10 ATM / 100 m

• Dial: Grained ivory, Arabic numerals, minute track, Super-LumiNova® Old Radium

• Included bracelets: Black nylon + khaki; leather or steel options 18 mm (increasing to 20 mm in the Large version)

• Warranty: 2 years (KUOE dealer)

Why choose this watch?

The Old Smith 90-002 is the benchmark for lovers of classic, compact field watches. Its reliable NH movement, long-lasting lume, discreet size, and versatile straps make it an ideal companion for a vintage and functional style.

For lovers of vintage, small diameters and versatility, this Old Smith 90-002 is a fabulous piece.

About KUOE

Founded in Kyoto in 2020, KUOE is an independent Japanese brand that reinterprets vintage watchmaking with faithful proportions, Japanese calibers, and local craftsmanship. The Old Smith 90-002 embodies this vision: fidelity to the past, meticulous craftsmanship, and timeless style. It combines vintage aesthetics with modern reliability and robustness, while respecting the artisanal and local work so valued by both eras.