Which is cheaper, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Tornek-Rayville CISO M38 Field?

At MSRP the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze is the cheaper of the two at $599, against $695 for the Tornek-Rayville CISO M38 Field — a $96 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Tornek-Rayville CISO M38 Field?

The Tornek-Rayville CISO M38 Field wears larger at 38mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Tornek-Rayville CISO M38 Field?

The Tornek-Rayville CISO M38 Field 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 Tornek-Rayville CISO M38 Field?

Both watches run automatic movements — the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38 and the Tornek-Rayville CISO M38 Field uses the TMI NH36.

Side by side

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 BronzevsTornek-Rayville CISO M38 Field

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

Tornek-Rayville CISO M38 Field

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MSRP $695

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

CISO M38 Field38mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

CISO M38 Field42h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

CISO M38 Field100m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

CISO M38 Field$695

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

Crystal Shape

Dome

Flat

Dial Color

Brown

Black

Lume

Super-LumiNova

Superluminova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

NH38

TMI NH36

Power Reserve

41h

42h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$695

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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.

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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Tornek-Rayville CISO M38 Field

Owners widely report the Tornek-Rayville CISO M38 Field offers high overall quality with a comfortable bracelet featuring single-sided screw links. The watch exhibits minimal wear, with only hairline scratches and a faint, difficult-to-photograph bezel mark. On balance, owners value the Tornek-Rayville CISO M38 Field for its robust build and comfortable wearability.

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