Which is cheaper, the Bremont Broadsword or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002?

At MSRP the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 is the cheaper of the two at $559, against $3,850 for the Bremont Broadsword — a $3,291 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Broadsword or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002?

The Bremont Broadsword wears larger at 40mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 — a 5mm difference across the dial.

What movement does the Bremont Broadsword run compared to the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Broadsword uses the BE-95-2AV and the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 uses the NH38.

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

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Bremont Broadsword

MSRP $3,850

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KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002

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MSRP $559

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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 Broadsword

Owners widely praise the Bremont Broadsword for its versatile GADA (go anywhere, do anything) capability, noting it pairs well with various straps and can be dressed up or down. One owner highlights the impressive build quality and finishing, while another specifically commends the sandwich dial. A few marks from strap changes were noted by one owner. Overall, owners rate the Bremont Broadsword highly for its versatility and build quality.

From video reviewers

The bead-blasted 40mm steel case finishing is a consistent strength. No shared weaknesses were identified. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any points.

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KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002

Owners widely praise the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 for its excellent 35mm size and premium feel for the price, with one owner noting its lume is the best they have experienced. The sand-textured cream dial is described as offering depth and legibility, though one owner rated the dial design 2/5 due to numeral offset referencing classic field watches. The watch utilizes a Seiko NH35 or NH38 automatic movement, with Kuoe adjusting it to a range of -20 to +40 seconds/day, though one example ran within +/- 10 seconds/day. On balance, owners rate the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 highly for its wearability and craftsmanship at its price point.

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