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Zelos Hammerhead (Tantalum LE)vsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Hammerhead (Tantalum LE)
ZelosHammerhead (Tantalum LE)
MSRP $1,499
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze
KUOEOLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze
MSRP $599
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Zelos Hammerhead (Tantalum LE)

The Zelos Hammerhead (Tantalum LE) features a forged carbon dial and bezel insert with infused lume. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Hammerhead (Tantalum LE) highly for its unique material composition and substantial feel.

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.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hammerhead (Tantalum LE)44mm
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm
Power Reserve
Hammerhead (Tantalum LE)40h
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h
Water Resistance
Hammerhead (Tantalum LE)300m
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m
MSRP
Hammerhead (Tantalum LE)$1,499
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
44mm
35mm
Thickness
13mm
12.35mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
42mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Material
Titanium
Bronze
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Tantalum LE
Brown
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
NH38
Power Reserve
40h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,499
$599
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