Kuoe Kyoto, Japanese Microbrand.
I have been looking to add a Japanese Microbrand to my collection and There are not many choices out there.
In my search I found Kuoe Kyoto.
I love the the Vintage Design, Cushion case, The classic Breguet numerals on the dial are individually hand-applied and the textured dial surface.
Powered by CITIZEN MIYOTA Cal.9039, a Japanese–manufactured high beat movement.
This high beat movement oscillates 28,800 times per hour.
I Find they are also very well priced for Build quality and what you get.
What do you think ?
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I am just a Simple man Trying to make my way in this Watch collecting world. I love watch brands Like Seiko, Grand Seiko, Orient, Casio and Citizen. My collection focuses more on the Japanese Market.
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I also discovered it and I am liking their military watch a lot.
One detail keeps me away from now however : the dial font.
It’s a poor font choice for roman letters that is common in Asian cultures (I know Japan quite well and it’s frequant there). It’s understandable of course, because it’s precisely not their culture.
But IMHO, it’s not good on a watch, it looks cheap and out of place. I would not wear it because of that.
On this dressy watch, it’s still acceptable, but on the military watch, it’s ridiculous.
I've had my Kuoe for a couple years now. Great looking watches.
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I also discovered it and I am liking their military watch a lot.
One detail keeps me away from now however : the dial font.
It’s a poor font choice for roman letters that is common in Asian cultures (I know Japan quite well and it’s frequant there). It’s understandable of course, because it’s precisely not their culture.
But IMHO, it’s not good on a watch, it looks cheap and out of place. I would not wear it because of that.
On this dressy watch, it’s still acceptable, but on the military watch, it’s ridiculous.
I’m not much for field watches but compared to looking at Hamilton and Seiko. I can see your point but I don’t think it looks too bad.
This my idea of a field watch
Can’t miss with these!! I love mine.
I like Kuoe a lot and expect to pick one up in 2024. It's a great new Japanese brand and gives some great field/dress watches options to the established options in the sub-$1k range. Big fan of this brand so far, but need to see it in the metal.
I am often confused by how the beat rate of the Miyota is described. Isn’t it more accurate to call it a “higher” beat movement when compared against a 3hz? 28,800 bph/4hz movements are common place now. It seems to me that high beat labeling should refer to 5hz movements.
I am often confused by how the beat rate of the Miyota is described. Isn’t it more accurate to call it a “higher” beat movement when compared against a 3hz? 28,800 bph/4hz movements are common place now. It seems to me that high beat labeling should refer to 5hz movements.
I have only owned Seiko 4R/6R and Orient Movements with 21600bhp anything higher than that to me is good lol.
I’m not much for field watches but compared to looking at Hamilton and Seiko. I can see your point but I don’t think it looks too bad.
This my idea of a field watch
Yes, if you discount any watch before 1965, that would be what a basic field watch looks like.
If you want something a bit more vintage-inspired, like this sort of thing:
the Old Smith 002 they offer is pretty bang on. It’s hand-wound though, and 35mm, which seems to scare people nowadays.
I think I want one right now. Stunner!!
I personally am a big fan of theirs. They announced today that there will be a new Royal Smith model unveiled tomorrow the 27th so keep you eyes peeled for that announcement.
Oh ya , I've look up into this brand before , very nice collection from KUOE but the price gv me nightmares 😃
I have one myself. Will eventually get their other pieces.
I have been drooling over the Royal Smith since I saw it. Do it.
Here’s my Royal Smith in silver/silver. Had it for half a year now and don’t regret buying it one bit. I also got to visit the store in Kyoto and tried on the other models. Safe to say this up and coming microbrand delivers premium products! Go for it!
Here’s my Royal Smith in silver/silver. Had it for half a year now and don’t regret buying it one bit. I also got to visit the store in Kyoto and tried on the other models. Safe to say this up and coming microbrand delivers premium products! Go for it!
It looks good on your wrist. What size is your wrist ?
Here’s my Royal Smith in silver/silver. Had it for half a year now and don’t regret buying it one bit. I also got to visit the store in Kyoto and tried on the other models. Safe to say this up and coming microbrand delivers premium products! Go for it!
You need to post that on what’s on your wrist ^_^
It looks good on your wrist. What size is your wrist ?
Thanks! It’s 6 inches
You need to post that on what’s on your wrist ^_^
Hahaha, will do soon! 😁
I have an old smith and love it. Kind of looks like a Patek.