Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude 39 Date or the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008?

At MSRP the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 is the cheaper of the two at $760, against $4,250 for the Bremont Altitude 39 Date — a $3,490 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Altitude 39 Date or the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008?

The Bremont Altitude 39 Date wears larger at 39mm versus 34mm for the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 — a 5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Altitude 39 Date or the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008?

The Bremont Altitude 39 Date is rated to 100m versus 50m for the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Altitude 39 Date or the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008?

The KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 carries a 42-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Bremont Altitude 39 Date.

What movement does the Bremont Altitude 39 Date run compared to the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Altitude 39 Date uses the BE-92AE and the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 uses the Miyota 9039.

Side by side

Bremont Altitude 39 DatevsKUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008

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

Bremont Altitude 39 Date

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MSRP $4,250

KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008

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MSRP $760

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude 39 Date39mm

ROYAL SMITH 90-00834mm

Power Reserve

Altitude 39 Date40h

ROYAL SMITH 90-00842h

Water Resistance

Altitude 39 Date100m

ROYAL SMITH 90-00850m

MSRP

Altitude 39 Date$4,250

ROYAL SMITH 90-008$760

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

Dome

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

BE-92AE

Miyota 9039

Power Reserve

40h

42h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$4,250

$760

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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.

Bremont Altitude 39 Date

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Bremont Altitude 39 Date as a sleek, legible, and everyday-suited pilot's watch, noting its comfortable 39mm 904L steel case and clean dial design. The La Joux-Perret G100 movement is recognized for its 68-hour power reserve and smooth winding feel. Some owners note the bracelet lacks micro-adjustments. On balance, the consensus is that the Bremont Altitude 39 Date is highly regarded for its refined finishing and wearability at 39mm.

KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008

KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 is widely praised for its authentic vintage aesthetic, featuring a textured dial with applied Breguet numerals and a unique cushion case. Owners highlight its compact 34mm/35mm sizing as refreshing and comfortable, though one user found the 35mm size too small for a 7-inch wrist. The Miyota 9039 movement is standard, rated at -10/+30 seconds per day, with one example running at +8 seconds per day. A minor criticism is the 16mm buckle taper on the leather straps. Overall, owners rate the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-008 highly for its exceptional fit, finish, presentation, and value under $1,000 USD.

From video reviewers

The watch's value at its price point is a key strength. Lume brightness is a noted weakness. Reviewers disagreed on the ideal case size, with some finding it comfortable and others wishing for a smaller option.

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