Which is cheaper, the Baltic Aquascaphe Titanium or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

At MSRP the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze is the cheaper of the two at $599, against $788 for the Baltic Aquascaphe Titanium — a $189 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Baltic Aquascaphe Titanium or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Baltic Aquascaphe Titanium wears larger at 41mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 6mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Baltic Aquascaphe Titanium or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Baltic Aquascaphe Titanium is rated to 300m versus 100m for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Baltic Aquascaphe Titanium or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Baltic Aquascaphe Titanium carries a 42-hour power reserve against 41 hours on the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

What movement does the Baltic Aquascaphe Titanium run compared to the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Baltic Aquascaphe Titanium uses the Miyota 9039 and the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38.

Side by side

Baltic Aquascaphe TitaniumvsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Baltic Aquascaphe Titanium

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MSRP $788

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Aquascaphe Titanium41mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

Aquascaphe Titanium42h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

Aquascaphe Titanium300m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

Aquascaphe Titanium$788

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

Dome

Dial Color

Black

Brown

Lume

SuperLuminova

Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9039

NH38

Power Reserve

42h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$788

$599

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Baltic Aquascaphe Titanium

The Baltic Aquascaphe Titanium is widely praised for its lightweight, brushed grade 5 titanium case, vintage-inspired high-domed sapphire crystal, and visually appealing ceramic bezel. Owners and reviewers highlight its modern, purpose-driven design with squared-off crown guards and a no-date display, noting excellent finishing for its price point. The watch offers 300m water resistance and a fully lumed bezel. Some reviewers find the 41mm bezel less vintage than the original and note potential glare issues, while others welcome the updated design and improved specifications. One owner reported a bezel detachment issue, leading to a repair quote that sparked debate within the community regarding value and quality for the price. The movement is a Miyota 9039 with a 42-hour power reserve. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Baltic Aquascaphe Titanium highly for its contemporary dive watch design and excellent finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's comfortable fit for smaller wrists is a notable strength, with a 41mm case size and 47mm lug-to-lug fit. A potential weakness is the ceramic bezel's potential for wear and tear. Reviewers disagree on the watch's lume, with one reviewer mentioning it's not the brightest and the other not mentioning it at all.

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

Owners widely praise the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze for its vintage military aesthetic and comfortable 35mm wearability, noting the lug design allows it to fit well on wrists around 7 inches. The Seiko NH-35 movement is reported to be reliable, keeping time within +2 to +3 seconds per day. Some owners dislike the 18mm lug width and the PVD coating on the NATO strap hardware, which does not match the bronze case. Overall, owners rate the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze highly for its vintage appeal and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The watch's bronze case finish is a notable strength, with reviewers highlighting its unique patina and subtle aging effect. A weakness is the lume brightness, which may be a drawback for those who prioritize nighttime readability. Reviewers agree on the watch's movement accuracy, citing the reliable and accurate Seiko NH38 caliber.

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