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

At MSRP the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze is the cheaper of the two at $599, against $1,199 for the Yema Flygraf Navigator — a $600 gap before any retailer discounting.

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

The Yema Flygraf Navigator wears larger at 40mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze — a 5mm difference across the dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze or the Yema Flygraf Navigator?

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

Side by side

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 BronzevsYema Flygraf Navigator

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 Flygraf Navigator

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MSRP $1,199

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm

Flygraf Navigator40mm

Power Reserve

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h

Flygraf Navigator40h

Water Resistance

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m

Flygraf Navigator100m

MSRP

OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Flygraf Navigator$1,199

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Dome

Flat

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Brown

Steel

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

NH38

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Power Reserve

41h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$599

$1,199

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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 Flygraf Navigator

Owners widely praise the Yema Flygraf Navigator's value and attractive design. However, community members express concerns regarding quality control and customer service, with one owner advising against purchase due to these issues. The in-house MBP1000 movement is noted as a mix of components, and one owner doubts its long-term reliability. On balance, owners find the Yema Flygraf Navigator a nice-looking watch with good value, but significant concerns exist around quality control and customer service.

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