Which is cheaper, the Henry Archer Vesterhav 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 $4,599 for the Henry Archer Vesterhav — a $4,000 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Henry Archer Vesterhav or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Henry Archer Vesterhav wears larger at 40mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 5mm difference across the dial.

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

The Henry Archer Vesterhav is rated to 200m versus 100m for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Henry Archer Vesterhav 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 Henry Archer Vesterhav.

What movement does the Henry Archer Vesterhav run compared to the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Henry Archer Vesterhav uses the Miyota 9015 and the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38.

Side by side

Henry Archer VesterhavvsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Henry Archer Vesterhav

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MSRP $4,599

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Vesterhav40mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

Vesterhav40h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

Vesterhav200m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

Vesterhav$4,599

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

White

Brown

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9015

NH38

Power Reserve

40h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$4,599

$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.

Henry Archer Vesterhav

Owners widely praise the Henry Archer Vesterhav for its superb thinness, refined finishing, and gorgeous dials, offering significant value. One owner specifically highlighted the stunning pink dial and its attractive appearance on both steel and leather straps. On balance, owners rate the Henry Archer Vesterhav highly for its thin profile and refined aesthetics.

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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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