Which is cheaper, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Sternglas Sedius?

At MSRP the Sternglas Sedius is the cheaper of the two at $301, against $599 for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a $298 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Sternglas Sedius?

The Sternglas Sedius 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 KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Sternglas Sedius?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Sternglas Sedius.

What movement does the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze run compared to the Sternglas Sedius?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze runs a automatic caliber (NH38), while the Sternglas Sedius runs a quartz (TMI VH31).

Side by side

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 BronzevsSternglas Sedius

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

Sternglas Sedius

sedius-schwarz

MSRP $301

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Sedius40mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Sedius—

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

Sedius50m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Sedius$301

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Dome

Flat

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Brown

—

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

NH38

TMI VH31

Type

Automatic

Quartz

Power Reserve

41h

—

Jewels

—

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$301

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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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Sternglas Sedius

The Sternglas Sedius is widely praised for its harmonious blend of Bauhaus minimalism and Art Deco elegance, featuring a well-balanced sector dial and a smooth-sweeping seconds hand from its Seiko VH31 meca-quartz movement. Owners and reviewers note its pleasing wearability due to the case shape and slender lugs, and it is considered an affordable option with a good price-performance ratio. One reviewer flags legibility issues on the black dial variant, while the blue-on-white offers crispness. The Sternglas Sedius lacks a date complication and features a double-domed sapphire crystal. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Sternglas Sedius highly for its classy Art Deco aesthetic and value.

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