Which is cheaper, the Christopher Ward C60 Lympstone 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 $1,615 for the Christopher Ward C60 Lympstone — a $1,016 gap before any retailer discounting.

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

The Christopher Ward C60 Lympstone 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 Lympstone or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Christopher Ward C60 Lympstone is rated to 600m versus 100m for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Christopher Ward C60 Lympstone 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 Lympstone.

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

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

Side by side

Christopher Ward C60 LympstonevsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Christopher Ward C60 Lympstone

C60-42A3H1-SGKK0-BG

MSRP $1,615

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

os90002nd-bz-br

MSRP $599

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

C60 Lympstone40mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

C60 Lympstone38h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

C60 Lympstone600m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

C60 Lympstone$1,615

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

SLN X1 GL C1

Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

SW200-1

NH38

Beat Rate

4 vph

28,800 vph

Power Reserve

38h

41h

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,615

$599

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C60 Lympstone

The Christopher Ward C60 Lympstone is praised for its unique matt crushed carbon fiber dial, described as meteor-like, and its gunmetal PVD case which resembles brushed stainless steel with a patina. Owners consistently highlight the excellent X1 lume, noting it glows brightly for an extended period. The watch features two large, easy-to-use screw-down crowns and an internal compass bezel. The PVD coating is reported to be intact and in excellent condition. Overall, owners highly rate the Christopher Ward C60 Lympstone for its distinctive dial and robust lume.

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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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