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KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 BronzevsNodus Sector II Pilot - DLC

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OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze
KUOEOLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze
MSRP $599
Sector II Pilot - DLC
NodusSector II Pilot - DLC
MSRP $675

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm
Sector II Pilot - DLC38mm
Power Reserve
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h
Sector II Pilot - DLC41h
Water Resistance
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m
Sector II Pilot - DLC100m
MSRP
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599
Sector II Pilot - DLC$675

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Pilot
Diameter
35mm
38mm
Thickness
12.35mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
47mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Bronze
Stainless Steel

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 NH36 (day/date)
Power Reserve
41h
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$599
$675

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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 Pilot - DLC

Owners widely praise the Nodus Sector II Pilot - DLC for its beautiful, comfortable tool watch design, highlighting its thin 11.7mm case, box sapphire crystal, and DLC coating. Its textured dial center and satin sunburst perimeter are noted as complementary, with the neon green lume described as long-lasting. The build quality, weight, movement, and look are consistently commended, and the date display is considered appropriately sized. The bi-directional bezel action is described as perfectly balanced, and the bracelet with its proprietary quick adjust is a significant highlight. Accuracy is reported as great, and the watch is considered excellent value at $625. However, one owner expressed general dissatisfaction, and the red "SECTOR" text on the copper dial is noted to blur and lack contrast. Overall, owners rate the Nodus Sector II Pilot - DLC highly for its exceptional build quality and value, particularly praising its comfortable wearability and well-executed design elements.

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