Which is cheaper, the Bremont Supermarine Chrono 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 $6,850 for the Bremont Supermarine Chrono — a $6,251 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Supermarine Chrono or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Bremont Supermarine Chrono wears larger at 43mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 8mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Supermarine Chrono or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Bremont Supermarine Chrono is rated to 300m versus 100m for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Supermarine Chrono 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 Supermarine Chrono.

What movement does the Bremont Supermarine Chrono run compared to the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Supermarine Chrono uses the BE-50AE and the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38.

Side by side

Bremont Supermarine ChronovsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Bremont Supermarine Chrono

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MSRP $6,850

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Supermarine Chrono43mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

Supermarine Chrono40h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

Supermarine Chrono300m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

Supermarine Chrono$6,850

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Full specifications

Case

7 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-50AE

NH38

Power Reserve

40h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$6,850

$599

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What people say

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Bremont Supermarine Chrono

The Bremont Supermarine Chrono's black dial and understated bezel markings allow it to transition effectively from rugged use to evening events. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Bremont Supermarine Chrono to be a handsome and functional watch, with its versatile dial design being a key strength.

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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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