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Hitori HabukavsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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Hitori Habuka

Owners widely praise the Hitori Habuka for its Grand Seiko-inspired dial and design, with one owner highlighting its bracelet as exceptional for the price. The watch features a mix of brushed and polished finishes, and owners appreciate the solid, screwed links contributing to a satisfying heft. However, the Hitori Habuka lacks lume on the dial and hands, and some find the dial design unconvincing compared to its high-end inspiration, with criticism also directed at the minute markers. Overall, owners rate the Hitori Habuka highly for its impressive bracelet and finishing efforts at an affordable price point.

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.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Habuka39mm
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm
Power Reserve
Habuka41h
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h
Water Resistance
Habuka100m
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m
MSRP
Habuka$438
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
39mm
35mm
Thickness
11.5mm
12.35mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.0mm
42mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Dome
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Green
Brown
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Seiko NH38

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$438
$599
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