Which is cheaper, the Geckota Ocean-Scout Dive Watch or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

At MSRP the Geckota Ocean-Scout Dive Watch is the cheaper of the two at $375, against $599 for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a $224 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Geckota Ocean-Scout Dive Watch or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Geckota Ocean-Scout Dive Watch wears larger at 38.5mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 3.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Geckota Ocean-Scout Dive Watch or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Geckota Ocean-Scout Dive Watch is rated to 200m versus 100m for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Geckota Ocean-Scout Dive Watch 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 Geckota Ocean-Scout Dive Watch.

What movement does the Geckota Ocean-Scout Dive Watch run compared to the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Geckota Ocean-Scout Dive Watch uses the Miyota 9039 and the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38.

Side by side

Geckota Ocean-Scout Dive WatchvsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Geckota Ocean-Scout Dive Watch

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MSRP $375

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Ocean-Scout Dive Watch38.5mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

Ocean-Scout Dive Watch40h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

Ocean-Scout Dive Watch200m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

Ocean-Scout Dive Watch$375

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

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9039

NH38

Power Reserve

40h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$375

$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.

Geckota Ocean-Scout Dive Watch

The Geckota Ice White is praised for its elegant design, featuring a hand-polished German lacquer dial with art-deco numerals and a case with a textural contrast between polished and brushed finishes. Reviewers note its 100-meter water resistance, though one would prefer a screw-down crown over the push-pull version, and the ETA-7001 movement is described as reliable but dated. On balance, the Geckota Ice White is well-regarded for its refined aesthetics and finishing at its price point.

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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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