Which is cheaper, the Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red) or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red) is the cheaper of the two at $375, against $599 for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a $224 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red) or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red) wears larger at 42mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 7mm difference across the dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red) 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 Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red).

What movement does the Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red) run compared to the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red) uses the SII NH35A and the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38.

Side by side

Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)vsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)

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MSRP $375

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)42mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)40h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)100m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)$375

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

Dome

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Olive Oyl Red

Brown

Lume

None

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Movement

2 specs

Caliber

SII NH35A

NH38

Power Reserve

40h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$375

$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.

Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)'s polished case finish and textured dial, with one owner finding its jubilee bracelet superior to Seiko's. Some find the 24-hour subdial functionally illogical and visually unappealing, while others prefer a smoother dial texture over the current finish. On balance, owners value the Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red) for its striking dial and high-quality bracelet at its price point.

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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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