Which is cheaper, the Lum-Tec Eclipse 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 $695 for the Lum-Tec Eclipse — a $96 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Lum-Tec Eclipse or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Lum-Tec Eclipse wears larger at 42mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 7mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Lum-Tec Eclipse or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Lum-Tec Eclipse is rated to 101m versus 100m for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Lum-Tec Eclipse 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 Lum-Tec Eclipse.

What movement does the Lum-Tec Eclipse run compared to the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Lum-Tec Eclipse uses the Miyota 9039 and the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38.

Side by side

Lum-Tec EclipsevsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Lum-Tec Eclipse

eclipse-e6

MSRP $695

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Eclipse42mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

Eclipse40h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

Eclipse101m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

Eclipse$695

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

Brown

Lume

None

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Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9039

NH38

Power Reserve

40h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$695

$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.

Lum-Tec Eclipse

Owners widely praise the Lum-Tec Eclipse for its comfortable, slim profile and thin wearability, with specific commendations for its beautiful dial, good readability, and bracelet design. The knurling on the crown is also noted as a positive feature. Some owners express concern over the 42mm case size and find the dial's font and indices unappealing, though others appreciate the deep-dish slant. One owner notes a slight gap where the lugs meet the bracelet. The Lum-Tec Eclipse e3 variant features a Miyota 9039 movement, a solid bracelet, a sunburst dial, and exceptionally bright lume. Overall, owners rate the Lum-Tec Eclipse highly for its slim design and attractive dial 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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