I have now handled and / or reviewed a total of four different Kuoe watches, and while I have adored each one to varying degrees, I think this is - hands down - the best of the best that Kuoe has created thus far.

Kuoe is a Japanese microbrand that started during the peak of Covid-19, and it has become somewhat of a darling among watch enthusiasts in the years since. While you could attribute their success to a myriad of factors, such as their accessible pricing, the “Made in Japan” prestige, and more, none of that would matter if it wasn’t for one simple thing: they make good watches. Not only do they make good watches, they make watches with a distinct, memorable style of design.