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Bremont Altitude ChronographvsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-001

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Altitude Chronograph
BremontAltitude Chronograph
MSRP $6,300
OLD SMITH 90-001
KUOEOLD SMITH 90-001
MSRP $405

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Altitude Chronograph42mm
OLD SMITH 90-00135mm
Power Reserve
Altitude Chronograph40h
OLD SMITH 90-00140h
Water Resistance
Altitude Chronograph100m
OLD SMITH 90-00150m
MSRP
Altitude Chronograph$6,300
OLD SMITH 90-001$405

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
35mm
Thickness
14.7mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
Lug Width
14.7mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Silver
Gold

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-50AE
TMI VD78A
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,300
$405

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What people say

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Bremont Altitude Chronograph

Owners note faint marks on the case sides and back, with minor wear and creasing on the strap. Reviewers flag the "DANGER EJECTION SEAT" wordmark on the dial as a divisive design choice that disrupts the MB series' usual stark tone, though they praise the improved smoothness and click precision of the Roto Click rotating bezel. On balance, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph elicits mixed reactions, with design elements like the dial text being a point of contention for reviewers.

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-001

KUOE OLD SMITH is widely praised for its vintage aesthetic and comfortable 35mm wearability, with owners noting its attractive bronze case and dial contrast. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its excellent accuracy. However, the case finishing is considered average for the price, and the lume fades quickly. Some find the small date window difficult to read, and the Seiko NH38 movement is described as noisy. The 18mm lug width and PVD-coated strap hardware are also noted as drawbacks. Overall, owners and reviewers find the KUOE OLD SMITH to be a compelling vintage field watch offering good value, particularly for its aesthetic appeal and accuracy.

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