Which is cheaper, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Gruppo Gamma Peacemaker Bronze Manual?

At MSRP the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze is the cheaper of the two at $599, against $1,120 for the Gruppo Gamma Peacemaker Bronze Manual — a $521 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Gruppo Gamma Peacemaker Bronze Manual?

The Gruppo Gamma Peacemaker Bronze Manual wears larger at 43mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 8mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Gruppo Gamma Peacemaker Bronze Manual?

The Gruppo Gamma Peacemaker Bronze Manual is rated to 200m versus 100m for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Gruppo Gamma Peacemaker Bronze Manual?

The Gruppo Gamma Peacemaker Bronze Manual carries a 45-hour power reserve against 41 hours on the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

What movement does the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze run compared to the Gruppo Gamma Peacemaker Bronze Manual?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze runs a automatic caliber (NH38), while the Gruppo Gamma Peacemaker Bronze Manual runs a manual (Sellita SW219-1).

Side by side

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

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

Gruppo Gamma Peacemaker Bronze Manual

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MSRP $1,120

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Peacemaker Bronze Manual43mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Peacemaker Bronze Manual45h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

Peacemaker Bronze Manual200m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Peacemaker Bronze Manual$1,120

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal Shape

Dome

Flat

Dial Color

Brown

Fume Green

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

NH38

Sellita SW219-1

Type

Automatic

Manual

Power Reserve

41h

45h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$1,120

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What people say

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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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Gruppo Gamma Peacemaker Bronze Manual

Owners praise the Gruppo Gamma Peacemaker Bronze Manual for its character, with specific mentions of the dégradé green sandwich dial, matte black sandwich dial, and box-shaped sapphire crystal. The hand-wound ETA 6497-1 movement is described as a "dream" to wind, and one owner notes the Miyota 8N33 movement keeps outstanding time. The watch offers 200m water resistance and comes on a rubber or custom rally strap. Accuracy figures range from outstanding to +/-12 seconds per day with Sellita SW219-1 or ETA 6497-1 movements. On balance, owners rate the Gruppo Gamma Peacemaker Bronze Manual highly for its unique dial designs and the satisfying winding experience of its manual-wind movements.

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