Which is cheaper, the Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSAR 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 $1,650 for the Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSAR — a $1,051 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSAR or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSAR wears larger at 41mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 6mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSAR or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSAR is rated to 300m versus 100m for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSAR 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 Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSAR.

What movement does the Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSAR run compared to the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSAR uses the Swiss High-Torque Quartz and the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38.

Side by side

Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSARvsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSAR

WW194007SS-4101-KIT

MSRP $1,650

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Jeep Rubicon TSAR41mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

Jeep Rubicon TSAR40h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

Jeep Rubicon TSAR300m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

Jeep Rubicon TSAR$1,650

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

Green

Brown

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Swiss High-Torque Quartz

NH38

Power Reserve

40h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,650

$599

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSAR

Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSAR owners praise its toughness and 41mm size for a 7" wrist, noting the sapphire crystal remains nearly flawless after a decade of near-daily wear and abuse. Tritium lume is still acceptable in darkness, and the bezel, though missing its 0-mark triangle, remains tight and clicks solidly. The watch features a steel case water-resistant to 300 meters, a Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement, and dual branding that de-emphasizes Marathon. Overall, owners rate the Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSAR highly for its exceptional durability and practical size.

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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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