Which is cheaper, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic?

At MSRP the Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic is the cheaper of the two at $579, against $599 for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a $20 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic?

The Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic wears larger at 40mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic?

The Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic 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 Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze carries a 41-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic.

What movement does the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze run compared to the Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic?

Both watches run automatic movements — the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38 and the Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic uses the Miyota 9015.

Side by side

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 BronzevsWolbrook Skindiver II Automatic

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

os90002nd-bz-br

MSRP $599

Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic

23-S2A-001-RB1-BLK-LE1

MSRP $579

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Skindiver II Automatic40mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Skindiver II Automatic40h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

Skindiver II Automatic200m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Skindiver II Automatic$579

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal

Sapphire

Domed Sapphire

Crystal Shape

Dome

Flat

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Brown

Black

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

NH38

Miyota 9015

Power Reserve

41h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$579

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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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Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic for its retro aesthetic, comfortable 40mm wearability, and legible dial with faux patina, with the brushed finish, drilled lugs, and included Beads of Rice bracelet and tropic strap being highlighted. The watch features a Citizen/Miyota 8315 movement, adjusted in France to ±15 seconds per day, offering a 60-hour power reserve and 200m water resistance with a box sapphire crystal. Some owners note the 20mm strap size as potentially problematic, and Wolbrook's policy of not honoring the warranty on resold watches is a significant criticism. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic highly for its compelling retro design and solid build at its price point.

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