Which is cheaper, the Dan Henry 1975 or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

At MSRP the Dan Henry 1975 is the cheaper of the two at $310, against $599 for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a $289 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Dan Henry 1975 or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Dan Henry 1975 wears larger at 39mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 4mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Dan Henry 1975 or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Dan Henry 1975 is rated to 150m versus 100m for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Dan Henry 1975 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 Dan Henry 1975.

Side by side

Dan Henry 1975vsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Dan Henry 1975

DH75-39M-QT-B1

MSRP $310

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

os90002nd-bz-br

MSRP $599

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

197539mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

197540h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

1975150m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

1975$310

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

Dome

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

White

Brown

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

—

NH38

Power Reserve

40h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$310

$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.

Dan Henry 1975

Owners and reviewers praise the Dan Henry 1975 for its excellent value, retro styling, attractive dial with orange accents, and thin, wearable case. The bubble crystal is a highlight, though some find the lume weak. The Miyota 9015 movement offers hacking seconds and a 42-hour power reserve, with accuracy reported between -10/+30 seconds per day. The push-pull crown means it is not a true diver, and the black sapphire bezel can wash out in certain light. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Dan Henry 1975 highly for its retro charm and superb value.

Monochrome

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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