Which is cheaper, the Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT 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 $4,840 for the Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT — a $4,241 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT wears larger at 43mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 8mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT is rated to 200m versus 100m for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT carries a 56-hour power reserve against 41 hours on the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

What movement does the Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT run compared to the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT uses the Sellita SW330-2 and the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38.

Side by side

Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMTvsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT

F-43 Triple-GMT

MSRP $4,840

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT43mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT56h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT200m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT$4,840

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

Original

Brown

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW330-2

NH38

Power Reserve

56h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$4,840

$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.

Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT

The Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT is widely praised for its stunning dial execution, COSC-certified Kenissi WERK 13 movement with a 70-hour power reserve, and legible Brixtrack luminous indices. Owners and reviewers highlight the surprisingly wearable 43mm titanium case and bracelet, noting its lightness and comfort despite the size, with one source specifically mentioning a quick-adjustable extension. The watch offers 200m water resistance and features a Synchroline indicator. However, some owners note the titanium scratches easily and the bracelet can be difficult to size. The watch is priced at €4,500. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT highly for its purpose-focused pilot's watch design and innovative movement.

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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