Which is cheaper, the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze 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 $1,025 for the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze — a $426 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze wears larger at 38mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze carries a 80-hour power reserve against 41 hours on the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

What movement does the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze run compared to the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze runs a manual caliber (H-50), while the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze runs a automatic (NH38).

Side by side

Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical BronzevsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze

h69459510

MSRP $1,025

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

os90002nd-bz-br

MSRP $599

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze38mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze80h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze50m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze$1,025

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Diameter

38mm

35mm

Thickness

9.6mm

12.35mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

42mm

Lug Width

20mm

18mm

Material

Titanium

Bronze

Water Resistance

50m

100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

Dome

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

White

Brown

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

H-50

NH38

Type

Manual

Automatic

Power Reserve

80h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,025

$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.

Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze for its attractive bronze case that develops a unique patina, its comfortable 38mm size, and the satisfying winding action of its hand-wound H-50 movement, which provides an 80-hour power reserve. The vintage military design, legible matte black dial with beige lume, and overall value are frequently highlighted as key strengths. Some owners note the lugs appear large, and while earlier models had 50m water resistance, newer versions offer 100m. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze highly for its vintage aesthetic and character-building patina at an accessible price.

From video reviewers

The watch's bronze case develops a unique patina over time, adding to its character. A potential weakness is the watch's bronze reacting with certain skin types or environments, causing discoloration or staining. Reviewers disagree on the lume brightness, with one reviewer finding it lacking and the other not mentioning it.

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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