Which is cheaper, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Spinnaker Croft?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Croft is the cheaper of the two at $219, against $599 for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a $380 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Spinnaker Croft?

The Spinnaker Croft 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 Spinnaker Croft?

The Spinnaker Croft 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 Spinnaker Croft?

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

What movement does the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze run compared to the Spinnaker Croft?

Both watches run automatic movements — the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38 and the Spinnaker Croft uses the SII NH35A.

Side by side

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 BronzevsSpinnaker Croft

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

Spinnaker Croft

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MSRP $219

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Croft40mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Croft40h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

Croft150m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Croft$219

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Dome

Flat

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Brown

Elemental

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

NH38

SII NH35A

Power Reserve

41h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$219

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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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Spinnaker Croft

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Spinnaker Croft for its vibrant dial colors, chunky hands and bezel, and overall value, with one owner noting the Miyota 8218 movement and cyclops as appreciated features. Reviewers flag the bracelet and clasp as budget-friendly limitations, citing friction-fit pins, sharp edges, and a stiff security lock. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Spinnaker Croft highly for its accessible skeletonized dive watch aesthetic and appealing design at its price point.

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