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

At MSRP the Spinnaker Hull Riviera is the cheaper of the two at $169, against $599 for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a $430 gap before any retailer discounting.

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

The Spinnaker Hull Riviera 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 Riviera?

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

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

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

Side by side

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 BronzevsSpinnaker Hull Riviera

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 Riviera

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MSRP $169

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Hull Riviera42mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Hull Riviera40h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

Hull Riviera100m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Hull Riviera$169

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Dome

Flat

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Brown

Blue

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

NH38

SII NH35A

Power Reserve

41h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$169

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

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Spinnaker Hull Riviera

Owners praise the Spinnaker Hull Riviera's build quality, highlighting its milled clasp, solid links, and effective anti-reflective coating on the sapphire crystal. The watch features a sandwich dial with Superluminova, measures 42mm in diameter, 12mm thick with a 48mm lug-to-lug span, and uses a Seiko NH35 movement. Accuracy is reported as excellent, with one owner noting a gain of only +2 seconds over seven days. The crystal is noted as being fused to the case, leading to a repair quote of $198 for a cracked crystal, a cost considered excessive by some owners relative to the watch's price. Lume is considered mediocre, and some would have preferred a 4Hz movement. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Hull Riviera highly for its robust build and impressive accuracy at its price point.

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