Which is cheaper, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Tissot Bellissima?

At MSRP the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze is the cheaper of the two at $599, against $875 for the Tissot Bellissima — a $276 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Tissot Bellissima?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze wears larger at 35mm versus 29mm for the Tissot Bellissima — a 6mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Tissot Bellissima?

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

Which has a longer power reserve, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Tissot Bellissima?

The Tissot Bellissima carries a 48-hour power reserve against 41 hours on the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

Side by side

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 BronzevsTissot Bellissima

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

Tissot Bellissima

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MSRP $875

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Bellissima29mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Bellissima48h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

Bellissima50m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Bellissima$875

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Dome

Domed

Dial Color

Brown

White

Indices

Applied

Roman

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

NH38

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Power Reserve

41h

48h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$875

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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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Tissot Bellissima

Owners widely praise the Tissot Bellissima for its beautiful dial and rose gold tone, with many finding it a keeper for everyday wear. One owner appreciates the automatic movement and open case back, noting it is a beautiful choice. The 29mm size is described as appearing large on very small wrists. On balance, owners rate the Tissot Bellissima highly for its aesthetic appeal and suitability for daily wear.

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