Which is cheaper, the Tudor 1926 36mm Automatic 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 $2,525 for the Tudor 1926 36mm Automatic — a $1,926 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Tudor 1926 36mm Automatic or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Tudor 1926 36mm Automatic wears larger at 36mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Tudor 1926 36mm Automatic or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze carries a 41-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Tudor 1926 36mm Automatic.

What movement does the Tudor 1926 36mm Automatic run compared to the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Tudor 1926 36mm Automatic uses the T601 and the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38.

Side by side

Tudor 1926 36mm AutomaticvsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Tudor 1926 36mm Automatic

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MSRP $2,525

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

1926 36mm Automatic36mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

1926 36mm Automatic38h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

1926 36mm Automatic100m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

1926 36mm Automatic$2,525

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Full specifications

Case

8 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

Dome

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Silver

Brown

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

T601

NH38

Power Reserve

38h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,525

$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.

Tudor 1926 36mm Automatic

Owners widely praise the Tudor 1926 36mm Automatic for its classy, simple aesthetics and excellent fit and finish. Its thin profile, noted at 9.5mm by one owner, makes it comfortable and suitable for wearing under shirt cuffs, while its versatility lends itself well to business-casual settings. The Sellita movement is reported to run accurately, with one owner observing +2 seconds per day. Some owners consider it an ideal first luxury watch or a personal grail. One owner expressed dissatisfaction with the white date wheel. Overall, owners rate the Tudor 1926 36mm Automatic highly for its wearability and refined finishing 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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