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KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 BronzevsNodus Sector II Field Titanium

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OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze
KUOEOLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze
MSRP $599
Sector II Field Titanium
NodusSector II Field Titanium
MSRP $550

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm
Sector II Field Titanium38mm
Power Reserve
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h
Sector II Field Titanium41h
Water Resistance
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m
Sector II Field Titanium100m
MSRP
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599
Sector II Field Titanium$550

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
35mm
38mm
Thickness
12.35mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
47mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Bronze
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Dome
Box
Dial Color
Brown
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
NH38
TMI NH38
Power Reserve
41h
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$599
$550

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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.

Nodus Sector II Field Titanium

The Nodus Sector II Field Titanium is lauded for its comfortable, thinner 38mm titanium case with a matte, media-blasted finish and scratch-resistant coating, a standout layered dial design, and a comfortable TecTuff rubber strap. Reviewers note its tough, affordable tool watch nature, featuring olive green Ceracote on the titanium case and a tropical dial with Super-LumiNova BGW9 lume. The TMI NH38 movement provides a 41-hour power reserve, and accuracy is regulated to +/-10 seconds per day. The all-matte finishing lacks the visual refinement of polished elements found on other Nodus models. Overall, reviewers praise the Nodus Sector II Field Titanium for its durable construction and distinctive design at an accessible price point.

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