Which is cheaper, the CWC Cabot Sea Falcon Watch 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 $749 for the CWC Cabot Sea Falcon Watch — a $150 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the CWC Cabot Sea Falcon Watch or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The CWC Cabot Sea Falcon Watch 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 CWC Cabot Sea Falcon Watch or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The CWC Cabot Sea Falcon Watch is rated to 200m versus 100m for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the CWC Cabot Sea Falcon Watch 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 CWC Cabot Sea Falcon Watch.

What movement does the CWC Cabot Sea Falcon Watch run compared to the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The CWC Cabot Sea Falcon Watch runs a quartz caliber (Ronda 5030), while the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze runs a automatic (NH38).

Side by side

CWC Cabot Sea Falcon WatchvsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

CWC Cabot Sea Falcon Watch

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MSRP $749

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Cabot Sea Falcon Watch41mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

Cabot Sea Falcon Watch40h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

Cabot Sea Falcon Watch200m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

Cabot Sea Falcon Watch$749

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

Dome

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Cabot Sea Falcon Watch

Brown

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Ronda 5030

NH38

Type

Quartz

Automatic

Power Reserve

40h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$749

$599

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What people say

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CWC Cabot Sea Falcon Watch

The CWC Cabot Sea Falcon Watch is praised for its vintage appeal, enhanced by a domed sapphire crystal and a brushed/satin case finish. Owners find the 41mm size and thinness contribute to good wearability, even on a 7-inch wrist. Some debate exists regarding its value proposition at over $800 for a quartz movement, though others defend it as a low-production, collectible Swiss-made item. Overall, owners value the CWC Cabot Sea Falcon Watch for its refined finishing and wearability, with some appreciating its collectible status beyond its price point.

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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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