Which is cheaper, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Yema Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde/?

At MSRP the Yema Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde/ 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 Yema Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde/?

The Yema Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde/ wears larger at 38.5mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 3.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Yema Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde/?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Yema Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde/.

Which has a longer power reserve, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Yema Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde/?

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

What movement does the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze run compared to the Yema Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde/?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze runs a automatic caliber (NH38), while the Yema Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde/ runs a quartz.

Side by side

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 BronzevsYema Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde/

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 Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde/

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MSRP $499

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde/38.5mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde/40h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde/50m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde/$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Dome

Flat

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Brown

Standard

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

NH38

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Type

Automatic

Quartz

Power Reserve

41h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$499

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What people say

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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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Yema Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde/

The Yema Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde/ is a collaboration watch featuring a hand-painted graffiti-style dial with wet paint drips and spray can pushers, powered by a Seiko VK63 meca-quartz movement. One owner noted slight marks on the lugs, bezel, and case of a pre-owned example, rating its condition at 88%. On balance, reviewers highlight the artistic and humorous blend of design elements as the watch's primary appeal.

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