Which is cheaper, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Traska Seafarer Charcoal?

At MSRP the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze is the cheaper of the two at $599, against $665 for the Traska Seafarer Charcoal — a $66 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Traska Seafarer Charcoal?

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

Which has better water resistance, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Traska Seafarer Charcoal?

The Traska Seafarer Charcoal is rated to 150m 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 Traska Seafarer Charcoal?

The Traska Seafarer Charcoal carries a 42-hour power reserve against 41 hours on the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze.

What movement does the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze run compared to the Traska Seafarer Charcoal?

Both watches run automatic movements — the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38 and the Traska Seafarer Charcoal uses the 9039.

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KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 BronzevsTraska Seafarer Charcoal

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

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

os90002nd-bz-br

MSRP $599

Traska Seafarer Charcoal

SEA-BLK-V3

MSRP $665

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Seafarer Charcoal40mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Seafarer Charcoal42h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

Seafarer Charcoal150m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Seafarer Charcoal$665

Full specifications

Case

8 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Dome

Flat

AR Coating

Yes

Underside

Dial Color

Brown

White

Lume

Super-LumiNova

Super-LumiNova BGW9

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

NH38

9039

Power Reserve

41h

42h

Jewels

Complications

None

Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$665

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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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Traska Seafarer Charcoal

The Traska Seafarer Charcoal's notable strength is its refined finishing, which elevates it from a field watch to a luxury-like piece. A shared weakness is the dim lume, which may be a drawback for those who value nighttime visibility. Reviewers disagree on the watch's build, with one reviewer noting a more substantial build and larger case size, while the other does not mention this feature.

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