Which is cheaper, the Maen Manhattan 37 Worn & Wound Edition 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 $849 for the Maen Manhattan 37 Worn & Wound Edition — a $250 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Maen Manhattan 37 Worn & Wound Edition or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Maen Manhattan 37 Worn & Wound Edition wears larger at 37mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Maen Manhattan 37 Worn & Wound Edition or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Maen Manhattan 37 Worn & Wound Edition.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Maen Manhattan 37 Worn & Wound Edition 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 Maen Manhattan 37 Worn & Wound Edition.

What movement does the Maen Manhattan 37 Worn & Wound Edition run compared to the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Maen Manhattan 37 Worn & Wound Edition uses the Sellita SW200-1 and the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38.

Side by side

Maen Manhattan 37 Worn & Wound EditionvsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Maen Manhattan 37 Worn & Wound Edition

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MSRP $849

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Manhattan 37 Worn & Wound Edition37mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

Manhattan 37 Worn & Wound Edition40h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

Manhattan 37 Worn & Wound Edition50m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

Manhattan 37 Worn & Wound Edition$849

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

Burgundy

Brown

Lume

None

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Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW200-1

NH38

Power Reserve

40h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$849

$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.

Maen Manhattan 37 Worn & Wound Edition

Owners widely report the Maen Manhattan 37 Worn & Wound Edition offers exceptional build quality for its price point, often seen as a step above other microbrands in the $500 range. Reviewers highlight its pared-down, dressy design with fumé dials and stripped-down indices, noting the bracelet finishing appears strong for its $899 cost. The use of a Sellita SW 200-1 movement is considered a fine compromise for affordability, and its 9.3mm thickness is a notable wearability feature. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Maen Manhattan 37 Worn & Wound Edition highly for its superior finishing and design at its price.

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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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