Which is cheaper, the Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2 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 $1,149 for the Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2 — a $550 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2 or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2 wears larger at 40mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2 or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2 is rated to 300m versus 100m for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2 or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze carries a 41-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2.

What movement does the Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2 run compared to the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2 uses the La Joux-Perret G100 and the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38.

Side by side

Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2vsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2

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MSRP $1,149

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Sea Ranger M240mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

Sea Ranger M240h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

Sea Ranger M2300m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

Sea Ranger M2$1,149

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

Dome

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Tobacco

Brown

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

La Joux-Perret G100

NH38

Power Reserve

40h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,149

$599

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2

The Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2 is widely praised for its balanced design, excellent legibility, and strong GADA (go-anywhere, do-anything) capabilities, featuring 300m water resistance and a scratch-resistant coating. Reviewers note its comfortable 40mm case size and good lume, though one source describes it as good but not great. The movement is a Sellita SW200 adjusted by the brand, with accuracy reported around ±8 seconds per day. The pre-order price is $650, with a standard price of $850. On balance, reviewers find the Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2 to be a compelling option due to its functional design and robust specifications.

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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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