Which is cheaper, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Spinnaker Croft 39 GMT?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Croft 39 GMT is the cheaper of the two at $445, against $599 for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a $154 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Spinnaker Croft 39 GMT?

The Spinnaker Croft 39 GMT 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 Spinnaker Croft 39 GMT?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze carries a 41-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Spinnaker Croft 39 GMT.

What movement does the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze run compared to the Spinnaker Croft 39 GMT?

Both watches run automatic movements — the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38 and the Spinnaker Croft 39 GMT uses the Seiko NH34A.

Side by side

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 BronzevsSpinnaker Croft 39 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

Spinnaker Croft 39 GMT

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MSRP $445

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Croft 39 GMT39mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Croft 39 GMT40h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

Croft 39 GMT100m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Croft 39 GMT$445

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Dome

Flat

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Brown

Red

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

NH38

Seiko NH34A

Power Reserve

41h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$445

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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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Spinnaker Croft 39 GMT

Owners praise the Spinnaker Croft 39 GMT for its colorful design, NH34 GMT movement, and reasonable price, noting high-standard manufacturing on the case, bezel, and bracelet. One owner finds the 43mm case and 51mm lug-to-lug dimensions too large for the design, preferring a 39-40mm case size. A potential issue with the lume was noted by one user. On balance, owners value the Spinnaker Croft 39 GMT for its attractive design and build quality at its price point, though sizing is a point of contention for some.

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