Which is bigger, the Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze?

The Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical wears larger at 40mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 5mm difference across the dial.

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Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanicalvsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

Q: Which is cheaper, the Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical 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 $750 for the Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical — a $151 gap before any retailer discounting.

Q: Which has a longer power reserve, the Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical 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 Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical.

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

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

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MSRP $750

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Power Reserve

A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Water Resistance

A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical—

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

MSRP

A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750

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

40mm

Brown

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

—

NH38

Power Reserve

40h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$750

$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.

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical is widely praised for its creative and original design, making it a fun conversation starter and a well-made watch for its price point. Owners appreciate the vibrant colors and quality packaging, with one reviewer noting the 40mm case dimensions and elegant lugs. The Swiss STP1-11 movement is reported to have acceptable accuracy. Some owners, however, find the Milanese bracelet too shiny, while the nylon strap may be small in diameter for some wearers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical highly for its unique design and good value.

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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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