Which is cheaper, the Geckota Classic Chronotimer or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

At MSRP the Geckota Classic Chronotimer is the cheaper of the two at $499, against $599 for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a $100 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Geckota Classic Chronotimer or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Geckota Classic Chronotimer wears larger at 41.5mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 6.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Geckota Classic Chronotimer 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 Geckota Classic Chronotimer.

Side by side

Geckota Classic ChronotimervsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Geckota Classic Chronotimer

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MSRP $499

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Classic Chronotimer41.5mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

Classic Chronotimer40h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

Classic Chronotimer100m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

Classic Chronotimer$499

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

Dome

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Grey

Brown

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

—

NH38

Power Reserve

40h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$499

$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.

Geckota Classic Chronotimer

Owners widely praise the Geckota Classic Chronotimer for its appealing and distinct yet classic design, with many receiving compliments on its unique look. Enthusiasts highlight the hand-wound mechanical movement as a positive feature, noting the movements appear to be solid workhorses. Some owners find the Geckota Classic Chronotimer comfortable and fun to wear, appreciating its funky aesthetic and how well it contrasts with different straps. However, one owner reports the Chronotimer wears large on smaller wrists. Overall, owners rate the Geckota Classic Chronotimer highly for its beautiful and distinct design that garners frequent compliments.

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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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