Which is bigger, the Lorier Hyperion SII Skyward or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Lorier Hyperion SII Skyward wears larger at 39mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 4mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Lorier Hyperion SII Skyward or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Lorier Hyperion SII Skyward is rated to 200m versus 100m for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Lorier Hyperion SII Skyward 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 Lorier Hyperion SII Skyward.

Side by side

Lorier Hyperion SII SkywardvsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Lorier Hyperion SII Skyward

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MSRP $599

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Hyperion SII Skyward39mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

Hyperion SII Skyward40h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

Hyperion SII Skyward200m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

Hyperion SII Skyward$599

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

Skyward

Brown

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

—

NH38

Power Reserve

40h

41h

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Lorier Hyperion SII Skyward

Owners widely praise the Lorier Hyperion SII Skyward for its comfortable, thin, and light wearability, with one owner noting a perfect case width and another highlighting its 10.7mm thickness. The bi-directional GMT bezel is described as decent for its price, and the movement is considered fine and accurate, making it a low-key travel watch. The bracelet is also noted as well-made and finished for the price. On balance, owners rate the Lorier Hyperion SII Skyward highly for its comfortable wearability and value as a mechanical GMT.

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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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