Which is cheaper, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Tornek-Rayville Blakjak 12-hr GMT?

At MSRP the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze is the cheaper of the two at $599, against $895 for the Tornek-Rayville Blakjak 12-hr GMT — a $296 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Tornek-Rayville Blakjak 12-hr GMT?

The Tornek-Rayville Blakjak 12-hr GMT wears larger at 42.5mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 7.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Tornek-Rayville Blakjak 12-hr GMT?

The Tornek-Rayville Blakjak 12-hr GMT is rated to 200m versus 100m for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Tornek-Rayville Blakjak 12-hr GMT?

The Tornek-Rayville Blakjak 12-hr GMT carries a 42-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 Tornek-Rayville Blakjak 12-hr GMT?

Both watches run automatic movements — the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38 and the Tornek-Rayville Blakjak 12-hr GMT uses the SII NH36.

Side by side

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 BronzevsTornek-Rayville Blakjak 12-hr 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

Tornek-Rayville Blakjak 12-hr GMT

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MSRP $895

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Blakjak 12-hr GMT42.5mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Blakjak 12-hr GMT42h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

Blakjak 12-hr GMT200m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Blakjak 12-hr GMT$895

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

Crystal Shape

Dome

Flat

Dial Color

Brown

Black

Lume

Super-LumiNova

Superluminova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

NH38

SII NH36

Power Reserve

41h

42h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$895

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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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Tornek-Rayville Blakjak 12-hr GMT

The Tornek-Rayville Blakjak 12-hr GMT is a 42.5mm stainless steel watch featuring a DLC-coated bezel, sapphire crystal, and a matte black dial with 12- and 24-hour scales. It is powered by a Seiko SII NH36 automatic movement, offering a 41-hour power reserve, and boasts 200 meters of water resistance. The dial includes a day/date complication and Super-LumiNova BGW9 lume. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight its robust build and functional military-inspired design as key strengths.

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