Which is cheaper, the Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

At MSRP the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze is the cheaper of the two at $599, against $2,500 for the Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic — a $1,901 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic wears larger at 46mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 11mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic is rated to 300m versus 100m for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze carries a 41-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic.

What movement does the Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic run compared to the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic uses the Sellita SW220-1 and the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38.

Side by side

Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm AutomaticvsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic

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MSRP $2,500

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic46mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic40h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic300m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic$2,500

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

Dome

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

White

Brown

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW220-1

NH38

Power Reserve

40h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,500

$599

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What people say

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Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic

Owners widely praise the Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic for its overbuilt toughness and industrial, instrument-like aesthetic, with some preferring the Arctic dial for legibility. One owner notes the automatic movement may be unnecessary for rough use compared to a quartz option. Reviewers mention the MaraGlo luminous paint and a Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement. Some owners question its rising price and luxury positioning, with one reporting poor lume and movement performance. Overall, owners value the Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic for its robust build and utilitarian design.

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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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