Which is cheaper, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Phoibos Reef Master?

At MSRP the Phoibos Reef Master is the cheaper of the two at $335, against $599 for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a $264 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Phoibos Reef Master?

The Phoibos Reef Master 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 KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Phoibos Reef Master?

The Phoibos Reef Master is rated to 200m versus 100m for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Phoibos Reef Master?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze carries a 41-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Phoibos Reef Master.

What movement does the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze run compared to the Phoibos Reef Master?

Both watches run automatic movements — the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38 and the Phoibos Reef Master uses the SII NH38.

Side by side

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 BronzevsPhoibos Reef Master

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

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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MSRP $599

Phoibos Reef Master

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MSRP $335

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Reef Master42mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Reef Master40h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

Reef Master200m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Reef Master$335

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal Shape

Dome

Flat

Dial Color

Brown

Green

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

NH38

SII NH38

Power Reserve

41h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$335

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What people say

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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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Phoibos Reef Master

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Reef Master for its exceptional value, highlighting its sapphire crystal, DLC coating, and extensive BGW9 lume. The watch is noted for its cool lume, with one owner finding it not bulky despite its robust build. The Shamrock Green dial and texture are highly praised, as is the comfortable bracelet with solid end links. However, the bezel action is described as rough, and the basic folding clasp is a disappointment. Accuracy is reported as excellent, with one owner seeing +-2 sec/day. Some find the 42mm size almost too big for their wrists, and the date window is considered too small. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Reef Master highly for its impressive feature set and value at its price point.

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