Which is cheaper, the Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) 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 $3,545 for the Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) — a $2,946 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) 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 Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze is rated to 100m versus 15m for the Fears Brunswick 40 (Black).

Which has a longer power reserve, the Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) 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 Fears Brunswick 40 (Black).

What movement does the Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) run compared to the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) uses the La Joux-Perret G100 and the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38.

Side by side

Fears Brunswick 40 (Black)vsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Fears Brunswick 40 (Black)

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MSRP $3,545

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Brunswick 40 (Black)40mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

Brunswick 40 (Black)40h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

Brunswick 40 (Black)15m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

Brunswick 40 (Black)$3,545

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal

Domed Sapphire

Sapphire

Crystal Shape

Flat

Dome

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Black

Brown

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

La Joux-Perret G100

NH38

Power Reserve

40h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$3,545

$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.

Fears Brunswick 40 (Black)

The Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) is praised for its shirt-cuff-sleek 11.06mm thin case and a bespoke five-link bracelet with a butterfly clasp, noted for its wrist-hugging comfort and muscular appearance on the cushion case. Its brushed finish effectively hides hairlines. The ETA 2824-2 automatic movement powers the watch. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) highly for its British, bespoke take on the classic sports watch design and comfortable wearability.

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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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