Which is cheaper, the Farer Lethbridge Gold 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 $1,085 for the Farer Lethbridge Gold — a $486 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Farer Lethbridge Gold or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Farer Lethbridge Gold 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 Farer Lethbridge Gold or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Farer Lethbridge Gold.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Farer Lethbridge Gold or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Farer Lethbridge Gold carries a 45-hour power reserve against 41 hours on the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

Side by side

Farer Lethbridge GoldvsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Farer Lethbridge Gold

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MSRP $1,085

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Lethbridge Gold38.5mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

Lethbridge Gold45h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

Lethbridge Gold50m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

Lethbridge Gold$1,085

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

4 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW216-1

NH38

Type

—

Automatic

Power Reserve

45h

41h

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,085

$599

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What people say

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

Farer Lethbridge Gold

Owners widely praise the Farer Lethbridge Gold's attractive appearance and finishing, with one owner calling its PVD gold finish the best they've seen. The watch runs at +4 seconds per day. Some owners note the gold PVD coating can scratch easily and fades slightly on edges, and the original strap tarnished quickly, leading some to seek strap alternatives like blue or gray leather, or NATO/sailcloth. One owner mentions its manual-wind movement and that it is not real gold, which is acceptable given the price. Overall, owners rate the Farer Lethbridge Gold highly for its striking aesthetics and good value, despite minor concerns about the strap and PVD durability.

From video reviewers

The 24-time-zone display is a key strength. No consensus on weaknesses.

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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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