Which is cheaper, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Boldr Venture Velo?

At MSRP the Boldr Venture Velo is the cheaper of the two at $399, against $599 for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a $200 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Boldr Venture Velo?

The Boldr Venture Velo wears larger at 41mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 6mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Boldr Venture Velo?

The Boldr Venture Velo 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 Boldr Venture Velo?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze carries a 41-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Boldr Venture Velo.

What movement does the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze run compared to the Boldr Venture Velo?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze runs a automatic caliber (NH38), while the Boldr Venture Velo runs a quartz (Seiko VK64).

Side by side

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 BronzevsBoldr Venture Velo

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

Boldr Venture Velo

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MSRP $399

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Venture Velo41mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Venture Velo40h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

Venture Velo200m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Venture Velo$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal Shape

Dome

Flat

Dial Color

Brown

Khaki

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

NH38

Seiko VK64

Type

Automatic

Quartz

Power Reserve

41h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$399

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What people say

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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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Boldr Venture Velo

Owners widely praise the Boldr Venture Velo for its utilitarian design, matte titanium finish, drilled lugs, and bright lume, noting its comfortable wearability and legible dial. Some owners, however, find the case design too angular and the dial too flat, with a preference for applied markers and smoother crown threads. The Boldr Venture Velo is considered well-built for its price, featuring a 38mm titanium case and 200m water resistance, although some note the basic movement and absence of a date complication. Overall, owners rate the Boldr Venture Velo highly for its durable, functional design and value at its price point.

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