Which is cheaper, the Maen Manhattan 40 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 $799 for the Maen Manhattan 40 — a $200 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Maen Manhattan 40 or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Maen Manhattan 40 wears larger at 40mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 5mm difference across the dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Maen Manhattan 40 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 40.

Side by side

Maen Manhattan 40vsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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

Maen Manhattan 40

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MSRP $799

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Manhattan 4040mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

Manhattan 4040h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

Manhattan 40100m

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

Manhattan 40$799

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

Dome

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

M3.1.1

Brown

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

—

NH38

Power Reserve

40h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$799

$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 40

Owners appreciate the Maen Manhattan 40's thin case and unique dial, with some finding its proportions too large for smaller wrists. One owner noted a snagging crown and difficult winding action. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +18s/d to +24s/d on the 37mm version, while another owner of the 40mm model did not specify accuracy. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Maen Manhattan 40 to be a good value, with its thinness and dial finishing being key strengths.

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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