Which is cheaper, the Dan Henry 1937 or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

At MSRP the Dan Henry 1937 is the cheaper of the two at $290, against $599 for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a $309 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Dan Henry 1937 or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Dan Henry 1937 wears larger at 38mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Dan Henry 1937 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 Dan Henry 1937.

What movement does the Dan Henry 1937 run compared to the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Dan Henry 1937 runs a quartz caliber, while the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze runs a automatic (NH38).

Side by side

Dan Henry 1937vsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Dan Henry 1937

DH37-38M-A1

MSRP $290

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

os90002nd-bz-br

MSRP $599

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

193738mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

193740h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

1937—

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

1937$290

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

Gold

Brown

Lume

None

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Movement

3 specs

Caliber

—

NH38

Type

Quartz

Automatic

Power Reserve

40h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$290

$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.

Dan Henry 1937

On balance, owners have mixed feelings about the Dan Henry 1937, with some finding its dial less appealing than expected while others praise its understated military aesthetic.

From video reviewers

The Dan Henry Gold 1962 Racing Chronograph features a mecha-quartz movement, specifically the Seiko VK63, which is appreciated by reviewers. The watch's two-tone steel and yellow gold finish may be a "hit or miss" from Dan Henry, suggesting it may not be universally well-received. Reviewers disagree on whether the mecha-quartz movement is a drawback, with one reviewer noting it may not appeal to those seeking a purely mechanical movement, while others may not have mentioned this as a concern.

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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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