Which is cheaper, the Farer Discovery II 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 $925 for the Farer Discovery II — a $326 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Farer Discovery II or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Farer Discovery II wears larger at 39.5mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 4.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Farer Discovery II or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Farer Discovery II.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Farer Discovery II or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Farer Discovery II carries a 68-hour power reserve against 41 hours on the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

Side by side

Farer Discovery IIvsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Farer Discovery II

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MSRP $925

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Discovery II39.5mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

Discovery II68h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

Discovery II50m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

Discovery II$925

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

Purple

Brown

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

La Joux-Perret G101

NH38

Type

—

Automatic

Power Reserve

68h

41h

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$925

$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.

Farer Discovery II

The Farer Discovery II is widely praised for its comfortable 39.5mm wearability, suiting all wrist sizes and occasions, and its bold plum sunburst dial, which exhibits varied color interpretations. Owners also highlight the excellent case and bracelet design, with one noting it is a "dream to wear." The La Joux Perret G101 automatic movement provides a 68-hour power reserve. On balance, owners rate the Farer Discovery II highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive dial at the price.

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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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