Which is cheaper, the Boldr Odyssey Freediver 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 $649 for the Boldr Odyssey Freediver — a $50 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Boldr Odyssey Freediver or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Boldr Odyssey Freediver 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 Boldr Odyssey Freediver or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Boldr Odyssey Freediver is rated to 300m versus 100m for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Boldr Odyssey Freediver 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 Boldr Odyssey Freediver.

What movement does the Boldr Odyssey Freediver run compared to the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Boldr Odyssey Freediver uses the Cal and the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38.

Side by side

Boldr Odyssey FreedivervsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Boldr Odyssey Freediver

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MSRP $649

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Odyssey Freediver40mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

Odyssey Freediver40h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

Odyssey Freediver300m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

Odyssey Freediver$649

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

Dome

Dial Color

202

Brown

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Cal

NH38

Power Reserve

40h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$649

$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.

Boldr Odyssey Freediver

The Boldr Odyssey Freediver is praised for its bead-blasted steel case with polished bevels and a custom steel bracelet designed for wrist curvature. Reviewers note its strong legibility, applied details, and vintage-inspired date window on fresh dial colors. The 44mm case is surgical-grade steel with a brushed finish and angular lugs, water-resistant to 300 meters. It houses a Miyota 9075 movement with a jumping local hour function. On balance, reviewers highlight the Boldr Odyssey Freediver's thoughtful case finishing and functional movement with a local hour complication.

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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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