Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor 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 $5,300 for the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor — a $4,701 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor wears larger at 42mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 7mm difference across the dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor 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 Bremont Altitude MB Meteor.

What movement does the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor run compared to the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor uses the BE-92AE and the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38.

Side by side

Bremont Altitude MB MeteorvsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Bremont Altitude MB Meteor

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MSRP $5,300

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude MB Meteor42mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

Altitude MB Meteor40h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

Altitude MB Meteor100m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

Altitude MB Meteor$5,300

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

Black

Brown

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

BE-92AE

NH38

Power Reserve

40h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$5,300

$599

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Bremont Altitude MB Meteor

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor features a 42mm Grade 2 titanium case with black DLC finishing and a refined Trip-Tick construction. Reviewers note its slimmer profile and reduced lug-to-lug distance make it more wearable than previous MB models. The watch has a bi-directional Roto-Click inner bezel, a black dial with Felix the Cat imagery and bright yellow accents, and is powered by the automatic calibre BB14-AH with a 68-hour power reserve. Overall, reviewers highlight the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor's improved wearability and distinctive design elements.

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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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