Kuoe Kyoto: Old Smith 90-002 Ivory

KUOE Old Smith 90-002 Ivory – Vintage & Compact Field Watch

The KUOE Old Smith 90-002 Ivory is inspired by British military watches from the 1940s-70s, in a compact 35mm case (or Large 38mm version), with clean and authentic lines. Its matte ivory grain-textured dial features generously lumed Arabic numerals and hands with Super-LumiNova Old Radium, for impeccable readability in daylight and in dim light.

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

The polished/brushed 316L stainless steel case has a diameter of 35mm (standard case) or 38mm (Large version), a thickness of 12.35mm, lug-to-lug of 42mm (or 45mm 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 (100m), equipped with a screw-down crown, and comes with two nylon straps (black and khaki). Italian leather or "beads of rice" steel 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 • optional window) automatic, hacking, ~41–42h power reserve, –20/+40s/day

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

• Case: Polished/brushed 316L steel, Ø 35mm (or 38mm Large), thickness 12.35mm (crystal included), lug-to-lug 42mm (45mm Large)

• Crystal: Domed sapphire, internal AR

• Crown: Screw-down

• Water Resistance: 10 ATM / 100m

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

• Included Straps: Black + khaki nylon; optional leather or steel 18mm (20mm lug width in Large version)

• Warranty: 2 years (KUOE reseller)

Why choose this watch?

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

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

About KUOE

Founded in 2020 in Kyoto, KUOE is an independent Japanese brand that reinterprets vintage watchmaking with faithful proportions, Japanese calibers, and local artisanal manufacturing. The Old Smith 90-002 expresses this vision: faithfulness to the past, careful manufacturing, timeless style. It combines vintage visuals with modern reliability/solidity, while respecting the artisanal and local work dear to both eras.