Which is cheaper, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench?

At MSRP the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench is the cheaper of the two at $499, against $599 for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a $100 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench?

The VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench wears larger at 37mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze carries a 41-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench.

What movement does the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze run compared to the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench?

Both watches run automatic movements — the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38 and the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench uses the Miyota 82s5.

Side by side

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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

Vario VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

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MSRP $499

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench37mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench40h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench100m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench$499

Full specifications

Case

4 specs

Diameter

35mm

37mm

Thickness

12.35mm

10mm

Lug-to-Lug

42mm

45mm

Material

Bronze

UltraHex Titanium

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal

Sapphire

Domed Sapphire

Crystal Shape

Dome

Flat

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Brown

Yellow

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

NH38

Miyota 82s5

Power Reserve

41h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$499

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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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VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

Owners praise the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench for its price point and the dial's color-shifting effects, with one owner noting it as a great limited edition. A reviewer highlights its lightweight titanium case and sand-textured pink dial. Some with larger wrists may find its 36mm size compact. One owner dislikes the strap and notes the movement can occasionally be loud. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench highly for its unique dial and value at the price.

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