Which is cheaper, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Nodus Sector II Dive GMT?

At MSRP the Nodus Sector II Dive GMT is the cheaper of the two at $575, against $599 for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a $24 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Nodus Sector II Dive GMT?

The Nodus Sector II Dive GMT wears larger at 38mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Nodus Sector II Dive GMT?

The Nodus Sector II Dive GMT carries a 41-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 Nodus Sector II Dive GMT?

Both watches run automatic movements — the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38 and the Nodus Sector II Dive GMT uses the TMI NH34 (GMT).

Side by side

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 BronzevsNodus Sector II Dive GMT

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

Nodus Sector II Dive GMT

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MSRP $575

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Sector II Dive GMT38mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Sector II Dive GMT41h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

Sector II Dive GMT100m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Sector II Dive GMT$575

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

Crystal Shape

Dome

Box

Dial Color

Brown

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Lume

Super-LumiNova

Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

NH38

TMI NH34 (GMT)

Power Reserve

41h

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$575

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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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Nodus Sector II Dive GMT

Owners widely praise the Nodus Sector II Dive GMT for its solid build, bracelet, and fit and finish for the price, with reviewers noting its well-executed finishing featuring alternating brushed and polished surfaces. The regulated Seiko NH34 movement is reported to run at +5 seconds per day. Some owners desire a Miyota 9075 movement and lume on the GMT hand, and a reviewer finds the 120-click dive bezel less ideal for GMT functions than a bi-directional 48-click GMT bezel, while the dial's dense Arabic numerals can be overwhelming for some despite good legibility. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Sector II Dive GMT highly for its attractive design and build quality at its price point.

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