Which is cheaper, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Praesidus Type H-75?

At MSRP the Praesidus Type H-75 is the cheaper of the two at $245, against $599 for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a $354 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Praesidus Type H-75?

The Praesidus Type H-75 wears larger at 39mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 4mm difference across the dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Praesidus Type H-75?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze carries a 41-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Praesidus Type H-75.

What movement does the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze run compared to the Praesidus Type H-75?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze runs a automatic caliber (NH38), while the Praesidus Type H-75 runs a quartz (Seiko VK63 Meca-Quartz).

Side by side

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 BronzevsPraesidus Type H-75

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

Praesidus Type H-75

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MSRP $245

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Type H-7539mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Type H-7540h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

Type H-75100m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Type H-75$245

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Dome

Flat

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Brown

Black

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

NH38

Seiko VK63 Meca-Quartz

Type

Automatic

Quartz

Power Reserve

41h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$245

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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.

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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Praesidus Type H-75

The Praesidus Type H-75 is praised for its mid-century pilot chronograph style and approachable $245 price point, featuring a utilitarian 38mm stainless steel case with a gear-toothed bezel and an attractive aged dial texture with raised Arabic numerals. However, the "sapphire coated" mineral crystal and divisive mustard-yellow lume on brushed hands are noted drawbacks. One reviewer found the oversized crown made daily winding a tactile pleasure. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Praesidus Type H-75 highly for its successful capture of vintage pilot chronograph aesthetics at an accessible price.

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