Which is cheaper, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Tudor Ranger?

At MSRP the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze is the cheaper of the two at $599, against $3,900 for the Tudor Ranger — a $3,301 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Tudor Ranger?

The Tudor Ranger wears larger at 36mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 1mm difference across the dial.

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

The Tudor Ranger carries a 70-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 Tudor Ranger?

Both watches run automatic movements — the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38 and the Tudor Ranger uses the MT5400.

Side by side

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 BronzevsTudor Ranger

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

Tudor Ranger

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MSRP $3,900

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Ranger36mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Ranger70h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

Ranger100m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Ranger$3,900

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Diameter

35mm

36mm

Thickness

12.35mm

11mm

Lug-to-Lug

42mm

46mm

Lug Width

18mm

19mm

Material

Bronze

Stainless Steel

Finish

Brushed and polished

Satin

Caseback

Solid

Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

Dome

—

AR Coating

Yes

—

Dial Color

Brown

Black

Indices

Applied

—

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

6 specs

Caliber

NH38

MT5400

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

0 vph

Power Reserve

41h

70h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$3,900

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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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Tudor Ranger

The Tudor Ranger is highly regarded by owners for its balanced dial, legible markers, and traditional 36mm sizing, with some rating it above other Tudor models. The watch is powered by a COSC-certified MT5405 movement offering a 70-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers praise the Tudor Ranger for its excellent value and classic design.

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