Which is cheaper, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Zelos Nova 37?

At MSRP the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze is the cheaper of the two at $599, against $899 for the Zelos Nova 37 — a $300 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Zelos Nova 37?

The Zelos Nova 37 wears larger at 37mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Zelos Nova 37?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Zelos Nova 37.

Which has a longer power reserve, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Zelos Nova 37?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze carries a 41-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Zelos Nova 37.

What movement does the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze run compared to the Zelos Nova 37?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze runs a automatic caliber (NH38), while the Zelos Nova 37 runs a manual (ETA 7001).

Side by side

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 BronzevsZelos Nova 37

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

Zelos Nova 37

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MSRP $899

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Nova 3737mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Nova 3740h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

Nova 3750m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Nova 37$899

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal

Sapphire

Domed Sapphire

Crystal Shape

Dome

Flat

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Brown

Salmon

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

NH38

ETA 7001

Type

Automatic

Manual

Power Reserve

41h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$899

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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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Zelos Nova 37

Owners widely praise the Zelos Nova 37's spectacular 37mm dimensions and extremely light, thin wearability. The meteorite dial is frequently highlighted as a captivating feature, though some reviewers suggest simpler indices would improve legibility over the Arabic numerals. The watch is considered a considerable value at $1,999. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Nova 37 highly for its excellent dimensions and dial execution at the price.

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