Which is cheaper, the Fortis Marinemaster M-40 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 $3,520 for the Fortis Marinemaster M-40 — a $2,921 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Fortis Marinemaster M-40 or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Fortis Marinemaster M-40 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 Fortis Marinemaster M-40 or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Fortis Marinemaster M-40 is rated to 300m versus 100m for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Fortis Marinemaster M-40 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 Fortis Marinemaster M-40.

What movement does the Fortis Marinemaster M-40 run compared to the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Fortis Marinemaster M-40 uses the Sellita SW220-1 and the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38.

Side by side

Fortis Marinemaster M-40vsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Fortis Marinemaster M-40

M-40

MSRP $3,520

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Marinemaster M-4040mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

Marinemaster M-4038h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

Marinemaster M-40300m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

Marinemaster M-40$3,520

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

Orange

Brown

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW220-1

NH38

Power Reserve

38h

41h

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$3,520

$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.

Fortis Marinemaster M-40

Owners praise the Fortis Amber Orange for its gorgeous appearance and strong wrist presence, noting its crazy lume and 70-hour power reserve. The Doxa SUB 300T, described as having a superb, eccentric design with a highly legible dial and functional no-decompression bezel, uses an ETA 2824-2 movement. However, the SUB 300T's 42.5mm case wears large and its 14mm thickness is not ideal for dress shirts, though it boasts 1,200m water resistance. On balance, owners appreciate the Fortis Amber Orange for its striking aesthetics and impressive 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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