Kuoe Kyoto Watch: Old Smith 90-002 Bronze

KUOE Old Smith 90‑002 Bronze – Vintage & compact field watch

The KUOE Old Smith 90-002 Bronze Brown is inspired by British military watches from the 1940s–70s, housed in a compact 35 mm (or 38 mm Large version) CuSn8 bronze case, with understated and authentic lines. Its matte, grained-texture brown dial features Arabic numerals and bronze PVD hands generously lumed with Old Radium Super‑LumiNova, ensuring impeccable readability in both daylight and low-light conditions.

It is powered by a TMI NH38 (no‑date) movement, a reliable Japanese caliber, automatic with manual winding and hacking seconds, offering a 41–42 hour power reserve and precision within a range of –20/+40 s/day.

The CuSn8 bronze case features a diameter of 35 mm (standard case) or 38 mm (Large version), a thickness of 12.95 mm, a lug-to-lug of 42 mm (or 45 mm for the Large version), and is protected by a domed sapphire crystal with internal anti-reflective coating. Bronze develops a very distinct, relatively quick-forming patina, which will make your 90-002 unique over time.

The Old Smith 90-002 is water-resistant to 10 ATM (100 m), equipped with a screw-down crown, and mounted on a nylon strap with a central stripe. You can choose the color: Khaki/beige stripe, khaki/red stripe, or red/beige stripe.

Technical specifications:

• Brand: KUOE

• Model: Old Smith 90-002 Bronze Brown

• Movement: TMI NH38 (no-date), hacking, ~41–42 h reserve, –20/+40 s/day

• Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds

• Case: CuSn8 Bronze, Ø 35 mm (or 38 mm Large), thickness 12.95 mm (crystal included), lug-to-lug 42 mm (45 mm Large)

• Crystal: Domed sapphire, internal AR

• Crown: Screw-down

• Water resistance: 10 ATM / 100 m

• Dial: Grained brown, Arabic numerals, minute track, Super‑LumiNova® Old Radium

• Included straps (choice of): Nylon khaki/beige or khaki/red or red/beige

• Warranty: 2 years (via KUOE retailer)

Why choose this watch?

The Old Smith 90-002 Bronze is the benchmark for fans of classic, compact field watches. Its reliable movement, durable lume, discreet size, and versatile straps make it an ideal companion for a vintage and functional style.

For fans of vintage, small diameters, and versatility, this Old Smith 90-002 is a fabulous piece.

About KUOE

Founded in 2020 in Kyoto, KUOE is an independent Japanese brand that revisits vintage watchmaking with faithful proportions, Japanese calibers, and local craftsmanship. The Old Smith 90-002 Bronze expresses this vision: faithfulness to the past, careful construction, and timeless style. It combines vintage visuals with modern reliability and robustness, while respecting the local artisanal work cherished by both eras.