Which is cheaper, the Christopher Ward C60 Atoll 300 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 $1,320 for the Christopher Ward C60 Atoll 300 — a $721 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Christopher Ward C60 Atoll 300 or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Christopher Ward C60 Atoll 300 wears larger at 40mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Christopher Ward C60 Atoll 300 or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Christopher Ward C60 Atoll 300 is rated to 300m versus 100m for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Christopher Ward C60 Atoll 300 or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze carries a 41-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Christopher Ward C60 Atoll 300.

What movement does the Christopher Ward C60 Atoll 300 run compared to the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Christopher Ward C60 Atoll 300 uses the SW200-1 and the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38.

Side by side

Christopher Ward C60 Atoll 300vsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Christopher Ward C60 Atoll 300

C60-40ADA31S00W1-B0

MSRP $1,320

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

C60 Atoll 30040mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

C60 Atoll 30038h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

C60 Atoll 300300m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

C60 Atoll 300$1,320

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

White

Brown

Lume

SLN X1 BL C1

Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs

Caliber

SW200-1

NH38

Beat Rate

4 vph

28,800 vph

Power Reserve

38h

41h

Jewels

Complications

Day-date, Date

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,320

$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.

Christopher Ward C60 Atoll 300

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C60 Atoll 300 for its superb fit and finish, which reviewers note exceeds its price point, and its comfortable 40mm wearability. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is reported to run close to COSC standards, and the "light catcher" case is frequently highlighted for its jewelry-like quality and beautiful dial that is better appreciated in person. One owner desires a larger 42mm size option, and some users flag a weak or missing anti-reflective coating on the crystal. Overall, owners rate the Christopher Ward C60 Atoll 300 highly for its exceptional case finishing and value.

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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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