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

At MSRP the Spinnaker Hull is the cheaper of the two at $159, against $599 for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a $440 gap before any retailer discounting.

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

The Spinnaker Hull wears larger at 42mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 7mm difference across the dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Spinnaker Hull?

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

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

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

Side by side

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 BronzevsSpinnaker Hull

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 Hull

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MSRP $159

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Hull42mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Hull40h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

Hull100m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Hull$159

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Dome

Flat

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Brown

Volcanic Black

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

NH38

SII NH35A

Power Reserve

41h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$159

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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 Hull

The Spinnaker Hull is widely praised by owners for its textured or deep sandwich dials, bold cushion case design, and vintage charm, with one owner finding its jubilee bracelet superior to Seiko's. The meca-quartz movement is a common feature, and the watch offers 100m water resistance. However, the 24-hour subdial is considered functionally illogical and visually unappealing by one owner, and the mineral crystal is noted as a drawback compared to sapphire. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Hull highly for its significant style and value at its budget price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's lume is a strong point. Reviewers noted the absence of a sapphire crystal as a drawback.

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