Which is cheaper, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Wren Diver One Aqua?

At MSRP the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze is the cheaper of the two at $599, against $965 for the Wren Diver One Aqua — a $366 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Wren Diver One Aqua?

The Wren Diver One Aqua 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 Wren Diver One Aqua?

The Wren Diver One Aqua 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 Wren Diver One Aqua?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze carries a 41-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Wren Diver One Aqua.

What movement does the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze run compared to the Wren Diver One Aqua?

Both watches run automatic movements — the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the Seiko NH38 and the Wren Diver One Aqua uses the Sellita SW200-1.

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KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

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MSRP $965

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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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Wren Diver One Aqua

The sandwich dial with box crystal delivers a distinct vintage aesthetic that stands out at the price point. The flat-link bracelet completes the classic diver design. Reviewers noted the bezel action as a notable comparison point against competitors.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Diver One Aqua41mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Diver One Aqua38h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

Diver One Aqua200m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Diver One Aqua$965

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Dome

—

AR Coating

Yes

—

Dial Color

Brown

—

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Seiko NH38

Sellita SW200-1

Power Reserve

41h

38h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$965

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