Watch Old Smith 90-002 Automatic Black os90002-nd-bk-large

The Watch

Young watchmaking brand Kuoe has made a name for itself in record time, driven by a unique identity and vision it pours into every elegant, vintage-inspired, and thoroughly modern creation. For lovers of "Made in Japan" timepieces, it delivers minimalist models rooted in archival designs with a traditional Kyoto spirit and outstanding value. From the Old Smith 90-002 collection, this captivating os90002-nd-bk-large watch is the ideal choice for anyone who appreciates vintage elegance and timeless sophistication. It draws on the authentic codes of British military watches from the 1940s-1970s, reinterpreted with a modern touch that speaks to today's tastes and trends. Whether dressed up or down, this watch adds a layer of refinement to every look - chic from morning to night. This model comes in a larger size than its predecessors, answering customer demand. Its finely crafted round case is made from 316L stainless steel with a polished finish for a bright, clean look. Perfectly suited to men's wrists, it wears comfortably in any setting. Dimensions: 38 mm in diameter, 45 mm lug-to-lug, and 12 mm thick. Hours and minutes are set via the screw-down crown at 3 o'clock, featuring a knurled design for easy grip. A domed sapphire crystal sits over the dial with an anti-reflective coating on the inner surface, offering a gorgeous vintage touch, solid scratch and shock protection, and optimal readability at all times. The screw-down caseback provides water resistance to 10 ATM.

The Dial

This watch is fitted with a round, semi-matte black dial that delivers smooth, effortless timekeeping while lending your wrist a refined, understated elegance. Two silver sword-style hands sweep fluidly to display hours and minutes, joined by a delicate "Lollipop" seconds hand featuring a round counterweight tip. All three are coated with orange SuperLuminova, ensuring excellent nighttime legibility. A classic-style minute track runs along the periphery, signed "Japan Made" and punctuated by SuperLuminova rectangles and dots as hour markers. White Arabic numeral indexes add a subtly modern note while making the hours easy to read. Kuoe places its signature just below 12 o'clock, and notes "Mechanical" at 6 o'clock.

The Movement

The brand equips this model with a Japanese-made automatic movement renowned for its precision, efficiency, and consistent performance. Manufactured by TMI, the NH38 caliber drives the hands of this model with smooth reliability. It is fitted with 24 jewels and a hacking seconds mechanism with the Diashock anti-shock system, oscillating at 3 Hz, or 21,600 vibrations per hour. With a 42-hour power reserve, it delivers precise, dependable readings of hours, minutes, and seconds around the clock.

The Strap

This timepiece ships in a beautiful presentation box with two NATO straps. Made from nylon, they're the perfect way to give your look a dynamic, vintage-meets-sport edge. They'll hug the curves of your wrist with comfort and flexibility for all-day wear. The first strap features a woven design in black, while the second is draped in a khaki tone - making it easy to match your watch to any outfit and experiment with multiple looks. At 21 cm in length, adjustable down to 14 cm, these easily interchangeable straps have a lug width of 20 mm, each fitted with two brown cowhide leather loops and a 316L stainless steel pin buckle for easy, secure wear.

Water Resistance

With water resistance to 100 meters - or 10 ATM in watchmaking speak - this boldly styled timepiece is equally at home at a gala or in the water. Wear it in the shower, the bath, or during a serious swim session without worry. That said, our team of watch experts wants to be clear: this model is not designed for scuba diving, freediving, or use with high-pressure washers. Remember - showers, baths, and swimming only, and never operate the pushers or crown while submerged!