Which is cheaper, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Yema Urban Traveller?

At MSRP the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze is the cheaper of the two at $599, against $1,090 for the Yema Urban Traveller — a $491 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Yema Urban Traveller?

The Yema Urban Traveller wears larger at 39mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 4mm difference across the dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Yema Urban Traveller?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze carries a 41-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Yema Urban Traveller.

What movement does the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze run compared to the Yema Urban Traveller?

Both watches run automatic movements — the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38 and the Yema Urban Traveller uses the Sellita SW200.

Side by side

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 BronzevsYema Urban Traveller

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

Yema Urban Traveller

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MSRP $1,090

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Urban Traveller39mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Urban Traveller40h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

Urban Traveller100m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Urban Traveller$1,090

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Diameter

35mm

39mm

Thickness

12.35mm

10.8mm

Lug-to-Lug

42mm

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Lug Width

18mm

24mm

Material

Bronze

316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Dome

Flat

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Brown

Green

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

NH38

Sellita SW200

Power Reserve

41h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$1,090

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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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Yema Urban Traveller

The Yema Urban Traveller is praised for its balanced 39mm proportions and distinctive Gallic flair, offering solid build quality at $890 USD. Owners note the in-house YEMA2000 movement provides a smooth sweep, though its 42-hour power reserve and accuracy of +10 seconds per day are considered average. Some find the stamped dial texture shallow and the case/bracelet finishing simpler than comparable watches. On balance, owners and reviewers consider the Yema Urban Traveller a well-built, compelling challenger in the integrated bracelet sports watch category.

From video reviewers

The case finishing and integrated bracelet design are strong points. Durability against scratches and daily wear is a potential weakness. Reviewers disagreed on the value proposition compared to alternatives.

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