Which is cheaper, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Yema Diver?

At MSRP the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze is the cheaper of the two at $599, against $990 for the Yema Diver — a $391 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Yema Diver?

The Yema Diver wears larger at 39.5mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 4.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Yema Diver?

The Yema Diver is rated to 200m 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 Yema Diver?

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

What movement does the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze run compared to the Yema Diver?

Both watches run automatic movements — the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze uses the NH38 and the Yema Diver uses the Sellita SW200.

Side by side

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 BronzevsYema Diver

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

Yema Diver

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MSRP $990

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Diver39.5mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Diver40h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

Diver200m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Diver$990

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Dome

Flat

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Brown

Black

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

NH38

Sellita SW200

Power Reserve

41h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$990

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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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Yema Diver

One owner reported a water ingress issue on their Yema Diver the first time it got wet in a lake, despite rinsing and inspecting the watch and bezel. Another owner notes this manual wind Yema Diver has a cool patina but is unlikely to be waterproof or gain value. Overall, owners view the Yema Diver as a fun second watch rather than an investment.

From video reviewers

The Swiss Sellita movement is a notable feature. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

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